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5M8690Retainer,battery

Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense · NSN 6160-00-449-7370 · FSC 6160 · Battery Box
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NSN 6160-00-449-7370 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6160-00-449-7370. Primary manufacturer part number: 5M8690.
Features
  • Retainer,battery — FSC 6160
  • 2 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense
Applications
  • Electrical power distribution
  • Generator and power systems
  • Industrial motor installations
General Description

The Retainer,battery, cataloged under National Stock Number 6160-00-449-7370, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6160 (Battery Box) of the Electric Wire, Power, and Distribution Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense. This item has 2 commercial cross-references from 1 manufacturer, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 3 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6160-00-449-7370
Primary Part Number5M8690
Item NameRetainer,battery
FSC / FSG6160 / 61 — Battery Box
ManufacturerCaterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense
StatusCANCELLED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
9390-00-839-1864801077 INTERCHANGEABLE
Bellows,protection
Borgwarner Pds (anderson), L.l.c.
3020-01-020-8716GH16-54 INTERCHANGEABLE
Gear,spur
Secs Inc
1560-01-608-9691S225-4 INTERCHANGEABLE
Cover,access,aircraft
Textron Aviation Inc
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
5M8690 PRIMARY Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense (USA)
S2254 PRIMARY Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense (USA)
Related Parts
9390-00-839-1864INTERCHANGEABLE
BELLOWS,PROTECTION
801077
3020-01-020-8716INTERCHANGEABLE
GEAR,SPUR
GH16-54
1560-01-608-9691INTERCHANGEABLE
COVER,ACCESS,AIRCRAFT
S225-4

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6160-00-449-7370?

NSN 6160-00-449-7370 is a Retainer,battery, manufactured by Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense, classified under FSC 6160 (Battery Box). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6160-00-449-7370?

NSN 6160-00-449-7370 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: 5M8690 (Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense), S2254 (Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense).

What NSN replaces 6160-00-449-7370?

There are 3 known substitutes for 6160-00-449-7370: 9390-00-839-1864, 3020-01-020-8716, 1560-01-608-9691. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 5M8690?

Key specifications for 5M8690: Part Name Assigned by Controlling Agency: CLAMP, ASSY.. 1 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 6160-00-449-7370 still in active supply?

NSN 6160-00-449-7370 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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