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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

71-16Elbow,tube to Boss

Formrite Tube Co · NSN 4730-00-554-8878 · FSC 4730 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 4730-00-554-8878 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 4730-00-554-8878. Primary manufacturer part number: 71-16.
Features
  • Elbow,tube to Boss — FSC 4730
  • Thread Quantity Per Inch: 12 ALL ENDS
  • Leg Length: 2.000 INCHES NOMINAL SECOND END IN
  • Thread Class: 2A FIRST END A
  • Connection Style: FLARED (TUBE) FIRST END
  • Connection Type: THREADED INTERNAL BOSS SECOND END
  • Connection Style: GASKET SEAL (BOSS) SECOND END
  • Media for Which Designed: WATER-OIL-GAS SINGLE RESPONSE
Applications
  • Fluid conveyance
  • Hydraulic system plumbing
  • Pneumatic line routing
  • Applications requiring Steel Overall construction
General Description

The Elbow,tube to Boss, cataloged under National Stock Number 4730-00-554-8878, is classified within Federal Supply Class 4730 (No Item Name Available) of the Pipe, Tubing, Hose, and Fittings group. The primary manufacturer of record is Formrite Tube Co. Government technical data includes 18 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN4730-00-554-8878
Primary Part Number71-16
Item NameElbow,tube to Boss
FSC / FSG4730 / 47 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerFormrite Tube Co
StatusACTIVE
Thread Quantity Per Inch12 ALL ENDS
Leg Length2.000 INCHES NOMINAL SECOND END IN
Thread Class2A FIRST END A
Connection StyleFLARED (TUBE) FIRST END
Connection TypeTHREADED INTERNAL BOSS SECOND END
Connection StyleGASKET SEAL (BOSS) SECOND END
Media for Which DesignedWATER-OIL-GAS SINGLE RESPONSE
Surface TreatmentCADMIUM OVERALL
Nominal Thread Size1.312 INCHES ALL ENDS IN
Thread Series DesignatorUN ALL ENDS
Seat Angle37.0 DEGREES FIRST END
Flow Angle90.0 DEGREES
Operating Pressure3000.0 POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH (PSI) MAXIMUM SINGLE RESPONSE LBS
MaterialSTEEL OVERALL
Nominal Outside Diameter Tube Accommodated1.000 INCHES FIRST END IN
Thread Class2B SECOND END
Leg Length1.812 INCHES NOMINAL FIRST END IN
Connection TypeTHREADED EXTERNAL TUBE FIRST END
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 12
5330-00-171-72157116 INTERCHANGEABLE
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The American Society of Mechanical Engineers
4820-00-464-4496 INTERCHANGEABLE
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
71-16 Formrite Tube Co (USA)
16SW6 Jm Fittings, Llc Dba L & L Fittings Mfg (USA)
Related Parts
5330-00-171-7215INTERCHANGEABLE
GASKET
7116
5315-00-198-5967INTERCHANGEABLE
PIN,TAPERED,PLAIN
103574
5306-00-226-4826INTERCHANGEABLE
BOLT,MACHINE
AEB02C312875AW9A91
4820-00-464-4496INTERCHANGEABLE
SEAT,VALVE
5995-00-683-5363INTERCHANGEABLE
CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPECIAL PURPOSE,E
7116
4520-00-812-8594INTERCHANGEABLE
CONTROL,WATER HEATE
4135
4820-01-162-4215INTERCHANGEABLE
STEM,FLUID VALVE
477-02
5935-01-239-6205INTERCHANGEABLE
CONNECTOR,RECEPTACLE,ELECTRICAL
7-116
6220-01-251-0340INTERCHANGEABLE
LIGHT,MARKER,CLEARANCE
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CLEANING COMPOUND,TOILET BOWL
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HAMMER,HAND
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FIXTURE,CONNECTING,SURGICAL HEAD

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 4730-00-554-8878?

NSN 4730-00-554-8878 is a Elbow,tube to Boss, manufactured by Formrite Tube Co, classified under FSC 4730 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 4730-00-554-8878?

NSN 4730-00-554-8878 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: 71-16 (Formrite Tube Co), 16SW6 (Jm Fittings, Llc Dba L & L Fittings Mfg).

What NSN replaces 4730-00-554-8878?

There are 12 known substitutes for 4730-00-554-8878: 5330-00-171-7215, 5315-00-198-5967, 5306-00-226-4826 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 71-16?

Key specifications for 71-16: Thread Quantity Per Inch: 12 ALL ENDS; Leg Length: 2.000 INCHES NOMINAL SECOND END IN; Thread Class: 2A FIRST END A; Connection Style: FLARED (TUBE) FIRST END. 18 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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