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C242Spring,helical,compression

Apd Cryogenics Inc · NSN 5360-00-600-8647 · FSC 5360 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5360-00-600-8647 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5360-00-600-8647. Primary manufacturer part number: C242.
Features
  • Spring,helical,compression — FSC 5360
  • Material: STEEL OVERALL
  • Inside Diameter: 0.132 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Coil Quantity: 8
  • Spring Free Outside Diameter: 0.205 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Spring Solid Length: 0.270 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Bore Diameter: 0.210 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Spring Free Length: 0.530 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Applications
  • Mechanical energy storage
  • Vibration dampening
  • Return mechanism operation
  • Applications requiring Steel Overall construction
General Description

The Spring,helical,compression, cataloged under National Stock Number 5360-00-600-8647, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5360 (No Item Name Available) of the Hardware and Abrasives group. The primary manufacturer of record is Apd Cryogenics Inc. Government technical data includes 13 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 1 manufacturer, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 8 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5360-00-600-8647
Primary Part NumberC242
Item NameSpring,helical,compression
FSC / FSG5360 / 53 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerApd Cryogenics Inc
StatusCANCELLED
MaterialSTEEL OVERALL
Inside Diameter0.132 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Coil Quantity8
Spring Free Outside Diameter0.205 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Spring Solid Length0.270 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Bore Diameter0.210 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Spring Free Length0.530 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Style DesignatorCYLINDRICAL
Surface TreatmentCADMIUM OVERALL
End StyleSPRING END,GROUND BOTH ENDS
Spring Solid Outside Diameter0.208 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Accommodated Rod Diameter0.125 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Coil Helix DirectionRIGHT-HAND OR LEFT-HAND
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 8
6105-00-107-3227 INTERCHANGEABLE
Motor,alternating Current
5975-00-296-0096S152-2464 INTERCHANGEABLE
Conduit,metal,flexible
Vse Aviation, Inc.
1650-00-723-1796C316 INTERCHANGEABLE
Parts Kit,valve
Moog Military Aircraft Llc
5210-00-827-0707C316R-24 INTERCHANGEABLE
Rule,machinist's
L.s. Starrett Company (the) Div Tool Division
6105-01-165-8912 INTERCHANGEABLE
Motor,alternating Current
6140-01-203-4909 INTERCHANGEABLE
Battery,storage
2920-01-406-8900C316 INTERCHANGEABLE
Cap,ignition Distribution
General Motors Llc Dba General Motors Llc
5935-01-674-4041C242 INTERCHANGEABLE
Clamp,cable,electrical Connector
Naval Air Systems Command Managed Original Design Activity Not Material/parts Supplier
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
C242 PRIMARY Apd Cryogenics Inc (USA)
239-2-350014 Apd Cryogenics Inc (USA)
C316 PRIMARY Apd Cryogenics Inc (USA)
Related Parts
6105-00-107-3227INTERCHANGEABLE
MOTOR,ALTERNATING CURRENT
5975-00-296-0096INTERCHANGEABLE
CONDUIT,METAL,FLEXIBLE
S152-2464
1650-00-723-1796INTERCHANGEABLE
PARTS KIT,VALVE
C316
5210-00-827-0707INTERCHANGEABLE
RULE,MACHINIST'S
C316R-24
6105-01-165-8912INTERCHANGEABLE
MOTOR,ALTERNATING CURRENT
6140-01-203-4909INTERCHANGEABLE
BATTERY,STORAGE
2920-01-406-8900INTERCHANGEABLE
CAP,IGNITION DISTRIBUTION
C316
5935-01-674-4041INTERCHANGEABLE
CLAMP,CABLE,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
C242

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5360-00-600-8647?

NSN 5360-00-600-8647 is a Spring,helical,compression, manufactured by Apd Cryogenics Inc, classified under FSC 5360 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5360-00-600-8647?

NSN 5360-00-600-8647 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: C242 (Apd Cryogenics Inc), 239-2-350014 (Apd Cryogenics Inc), C316 (Apd Cryogenics Inc).

What NSN replaces 5360-00-600-8647?

There are 8 known substitutes for 5360-00-600-8647: 6105-00-107-3227, 5975-00-296-0096, 1650-00-723-1796 and 5 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of C242?

Key specifications for C242: Material: STEEL OVERALL; Inside Diameter: 0.132 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Coil Quantity: 8; Spring Free Outside Diameter: 0.205 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 13 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5360-00-600-8647 still in active supply?

NSN 5360-00-600-8647 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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