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MS16997-63Screw,cap,socket Head

Usi Inc · NSN 5305-00-978-9381 · FSC 5305 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5305-00-978-9381 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5305-00-978-9381. Primary manufacturer part number: MS16997-63.
Features
  • Screw,cap,socket Head — FSC 5305
  • Thread Class: 3A A
  • Head Height: 0.244 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.250 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Width Across Flats: 0.187 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.190 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Thread Direction: RIGHT-HAND
  • Surface Treatment Document and Classification: QQ-P-416,TY 2,CL 3 FED SPEC ALL TREATMENT RESPONSES OVERALL
  • Minimum Yield Strength: 130000 POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH LBS
  • Hardness Rating: 36.0 ROCKWELL C MINIMUM AND 45.0 ROCKWELL C MAXIMUM OVERALL
Applications
  • Structural fastening and assembly
  • Equipment mounting
  • Panel and housing attachment
  • Applications requiring Steel Overall construction
General Description

The Screw,cap,socket Head, cataloged under National Stock Number 5305-00-978-9381, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5305 (No Item Name Available) of the Hardware and Abrasives group. The primary manufacturer of record is Usi Inc. Government technical data includes 18 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 9 commercial cross-references from 9 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
NSN5305-00-978-9381
Primary Part NumberMS16997-63
Item NameScrew,cap,socket Head
FSC / FSG5305 / 53 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerUsi Inc
StatusCANCELLED
Thread Class3A A
Head Height0.244 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.250 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Width Across Flats0.187 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.190 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Thread DirectionRIGHT-HAND
Surface Treatment Document and ClassificationQQ-P-416,TY 2,CL 3 FED SPEC ALL TREATMENT RESPONSES OVERALL
Minimum Yield Strength130000 POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH LBS
Hardness Rating36.0 ROCKWELL C MINIMUM AND 45.0 ROCKWELL C MAXIMUM OVERALL
Surface TreatmentCADMIUM AND CHROMATE OVERALL
MaterialSTEEL OVERALL
Thread Series DesignatorUNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC)
Fastener Length1.210 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.250 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Head StyleFLAT CHAMFER
Internal Drive StyleHEXAGON
Thread Quantity Per Inch20
Head Diameter0.365 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.375 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Nominal Thread Diameter0.250 INCHES IN
Minimum Tensile Strength160000 POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH LBS
Thread Length1.101 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.150 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
5130-00-137-5132 INTERCHANGEABLE
Bit,wire Wrapping Tool
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
MS16997-63 Usi Inc (USA)
4912852-04 Lockheed Martin Corp Dba Lockheed Martin Div Mst - Eagan (USA)
5305PL0652610 Jednolity Indeks Materialowy - Uniform Material Index (POL)
5305009789381 E.c.a Etablissement Centrald'approvisionnement Des Forces Armee
58-12180 Allen Mfg Co Sub of Chicago Pneumatic Tool Co (USA)
517156 Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp (USA)
MS16997-63 Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
10560246 General Dynamics Land Systems Canadacorp (CAN)
70072-508 Sypris Electronics, Llc (USA)
Related Parts
5130-00-137-5132INTERCHANGEABLE
BIT,WIRE WRAPPING TOOL

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5305-00-978-9381?

NSN 5305-00-978-9381 is a Screw,cap,socket Head, manufactured by Usi Inc, classified under FSC 5305 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5305-00-978-9381?

NSN 5305-00-978-9381 has 9 cross-referenced part numbers: MS16997-63 (Usi Inc), 4912852-04 (Lockheed Martin Corp Dba Lockheed Martin Div Mst - Eagan), 5305PL0652610 (Jednolity Indeks Materialowy - Uniform Material Index), 5305009789381 (E.c.a Etablissement Centrald'approvisionnement Des Forces Armee), 58-12180 (Allen Mfg Co Sub of Chicago Pneumatic Tool Co) and 4 more.

What NSN replaces 5305-00-978-9381?

There is 1 known substitute for 5305-00-978-9381: 5130-00-137-5132. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of MS16997-63?

Key specifications for MS16997-63: Thread Class: 3A A; Head Height: 0.244 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.250 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Width Across Flats: 0.187 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.190 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Thread Direction: RIGHT-HAND. 18 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5305-00-978-9381 still in active supply?

NSN 5305-00-978-9381 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

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