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MS51957-77BScrew,machine

Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M · NSN 5305-01-398-8785 · FSC 5305 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5305-01-398-8785 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5305-01-398-8785. Primary manufacturer part number: MS51957-77B.
Features
  • Screw,machine — FSC 5305
  • Internal Drive Style: CROSS RECESS TYPE 1
  • Thread Quantity Per Inch: 20
  • Head Height: 0.162 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.175 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Nominal Thread Diameter: 0.250 INCHES IN
  • Thread Direction: RIGHT-HAND
  • Screw Material: STEEL COMP 302 OR STEEL COMP 303 OR STEEL COMP 304 OR STEEL COMP 305 OR STEEL COMP 316
  • Thread Class: 2A A
Applications
  • Structural fastening and assembly
  • Equipment mounting
  • Panel and housing attachment
General Description

The Screw,machine, cataloged under National Stock Number 5305-01-398-8785, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5305 (No Item Name Available) of the Hardware and Abrasives group. The primary manufacturer of record is Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M. Government technical data includes 15 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 1 commercial cross-reference from 1 manufacturer, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 1 verified substitute exists in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5305-01-398-8785
Primary Part NumberMS51957-77B
Item NameScrew,machine
FSC / FSG5305 / 53 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerMilitary Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
StatusACTIVE
Internal Drive StyleCROSS RECESS TYPE 1
Thread Quantity Per Inch20
Head Height0.162 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.175 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Nominal Thread Diameter0.250 INCHES IN
Thread DirectionRIGHT-HAND
Screw MaterialSTEEL COMP 302 OR STEEL COMP 303 OR STEEL COMP 304 OR STEEL COMP 305 OR STEEL COMP 316
Thread Class2A A
Head StylePAN
Thread Series DesignatorUNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC)
Head Diameter0.473 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.492 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Screw Surface TreatmentOXIDE
Screw Surface Treatment Document and ClassificationMIL-C-13924 CL4 MIL SPEC SINGLE TREATMENT RESPONSE
Thread Length0.375 INCHES NOMINAL IN
ColorBLACK
Fastener Length0.375 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
5305-00-071-1313 INTERCHANGEABLE
Screw,machine
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
MS51957-77B Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
Related Parts
5305-00-071-1313INTERCHANGEABLE
SCREW,MACHINE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5305-01-398-8785?

NSN 5305-01-398-8785 is a Screw,machine, manufactured by Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M, classified under FSC 5305 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5305-01-398-8785?

NSN 5305-01-398-8785 has 1 cross-referenced part number: MS51957-77B (Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M).

What NSN replaces 5305-01-398-8785?

There is 1 known substitute for 5305-01-398-8785: 5305-00-071-1313. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of MS51957-77B?

Key specifications for MS51957-77B: Internal Drive Style: CROSS RECESS TYPE 1; Thread Quantity Per Inch: 20; Head Height: 0.162 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.175 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Nominal Thread Diameter: 0.250 INCHES IN. 15 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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