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FFS85Screw,cap,hexagon Head

Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC · NSN 5305-00-720-7997 · FSC 5305 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5305-00-720-7997 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5305-00-720-7997. Primary manufacturer part number: FFS85.
Features
  • Screw,cap,hexagon Head — FSC 5305
  • Surface Treatment: CADMIUM AND CHROMATE OR ZINC AND CHROMATE OVERALL
  • Head Style: HEXAGON
  • Width Between Flats: 0.428 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.437 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Thread Quantity Per Inch: 20
  • Thread Series Designator: UNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC)
  • Minimum Tensile Strength: 69000 POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH LBS
  • Nominal Thread Diameter: 0.250 INCHES IN
Applications
  • Structural fastening and assembly
  • Equipment mounting
  • Panel and housing attachment
  • Applications requiring Steel Overall construction
General Description

The Screw,cap,hexagon Head, cataloged under National Stock Number 5305-00-720-7997, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5305 (No Item Name Available) of the Hardware and Abrasives group. The primary manufacturer of record is Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC. Government technical data includes 14 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 3 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 1 verified substitute exists in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5305-00-720-7997
Primary Part NumberFFS85
Item NameScrew,cap,hexagon Head
FSC / FSG5305 / 53 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerFederal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC
StatusCANCELLED
Surface TreatmentCADMIUM AND CHROMATE OR ZINC AND CHROMATE OVERALL
Head StyleHEXAGON
Width Between Flats0.428 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.437 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Thread Quantity Per Inch20
Thread Series DesignatorUNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC)
Minimum Tensile Strength69000 POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH LBS
Nominal Thread Diameter0.250 INCHES IN
Thread DirectionRIGHT-HAND
MaterialSTEEL OVERALL
Fastener Length2.906 INCHES MINIMUM AND 3.000 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Head Height0.150 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.163 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Thread Length0.750 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Thread Class2A A
Hardness Rating100.0 ROCKWELL B MAXIMUM OVERALL
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
5940-00-259-90921151134 INTERCHANGEABLE
Terminal Board
Lockheed Martin Corporation Div Rms - Mitchel Field
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
FFS85 Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC (USA)
121979 General Motors Corp (USA)
MS35291-18 Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
Related Parts
5940-00-259-9092INTERCHANGEABLE
TERMINAL BOARD
1151134

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5305-00-720-7997?

NSN 5305-00-720-7997 is a Screw,cap,hexagon Head, manufactured by Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC, classified under FSC 5305 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5305-00-720-7997?

NSN 5305-00-720-7997 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: FFS85 (Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC), 121979 (General Motors Corp), MS35291-18 (Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M).

What NSN replaces 5305-00-720-7997?

There is 1 known substitute for 5305-00-720-7997: 5940-00-259-9092. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of FFS85?

Key specifications for FFS85: Surface Treatment: CADMIUM AND CHROMATE OR ZINC AND CHROMATE OVERALL; Head Style: HEXAGON; Width Between Flats: 0.428 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.437 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Thread Quantity Per Inch: 20. 14 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5305-00-720-7997 still in active supply?

NSN 5305-00-720-7997 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

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