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MIL-L-18937Lantern,electric

Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M · NSN 6230-00-270-5419 · FSC 6230 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6230-00-270-5419 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6230-00-270-5419. Primary manufacturer part number: MIL-L-18937.
Features
  • Lantern,electric — FSC 6230
  • Lens Transparency: TRANSPARENT
  • Material: PLASTIC LENS
  • Furnished Items and Quantity: 1 HANDLE AND 4 LAMP
  • Departure From Cited Designator: AS MODIFIED BY LAMP INDUSTRY NUMBER
  • Lens Surface Condition: CONCENTRIC RINGS BACK
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 1 SIZE AND 1 STYLE AND 3 STYLE AND 1 TYPE
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 2 SOCKET
Applications
  • Applications requiring Plastic Lens construction
General Description

The Lantern,electric, cataloged under National Stock Number 6230-00-270-5419, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6230 (No Item Name Available) of the Lighting Fixtures and Lamps group. The primary manufacturer of record is Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M. Government technical data includes 22 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 5 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6230-00-270-5419
Primary Part NumberMIL-L-18937
Item NameLantern,electric
FSC / FSG6230 / 62 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerMilitary Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
StatusACTIVE
Lens TransparencyTRANSPARENT
MaterialPLASTIC LENS
Furnished Items and Quantity1 HANDLE AND 4 LAMP
Departure From Cited DesignatorAS MODIFIED BY LAMP INDUSTRY NUMBER
Lens Surface ConditionCONCENTRIC RINGS BACK
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data1 SIZE AND 1 STYLE AND 3 STYLE AND 1 TYPE
Terminal Type and Quantity2 SOCKET
Lens Surface ConditionSMOOTH FACE
Features ProvidedSWITCH AND REPLACEABLE BATTERY
Voltage Rating in Volts6.0 DC NOMINAL
Lens Type and Quantity1 DOME, SMALL
Lens ColorCOLORLESS
Lamp Base Type AccommodatedMINIATURE SCREW
ShapeROUND
Mounting MethodBASE
Hazardous Locations/environmental ProtectionEXPLOSION PROOF
Overall Diameter3.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Mounting Base Diameter5.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Battery Type and Quantity Required1 DRY
Light Beam MotionFIXED
Lamp Type Accommodated and Quantity2 INCANDESCENT
Mounting Base Height5.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 5
5935-00-135-418442W INTERCHANGEABLE
Connector,plug,electrical
Andrew Llc
6230-00-264-8267 INTERCHANGEABLE
Lantern,electric
6230-00-511-6707 INTERCHANGEABLE
Lantern,electric
5905-00-518-793001036791 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,variable,wire Wound,pre
Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc.
5120-01-429-8153 INTERCHANGEABLE
Pliers,wire Twister
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
MIL-L-18937 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
PT2144SB Justrite Mfg Co (USA)
42W Justrite Mfg Co (USA)
Related Parts
5935-00-135-4184INTERCHANGEABLE
CONNECTOR,PLUG,ELECTRICAL
42W
6230-00-264-8267INTERCHANGEABLE
LANTERN,ELECTRIC
6230-00-511-6707INTERCHANGEABLE
LANTERN,ELECTRIC
5905-00-518-7930INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,VARIABLE,WIRE WOUND,PRE
01036791
5120-01-429-8153INTERCHANGEABLE
PLIERS,WIRE TWISTER

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6230-00-270-5419?

NSN 6230-00-270-5419 is a Lantern,electric, manufactured by Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M, classified under FSC 6230 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6230-00-270-5419?

NSN 6230-00-270-5419 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: MIL-L-18937 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), PT2144SB (Justrite Mfg Co), 42W (Justrite Mfg Co).

What NSN replaces 6230-00-270-5419?

There are 5 known substitutes for 6230-00-270-5419: 5935-00-135-4184, 6230-00-264-8267, 6230-00-511-6707 and 2 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of MIL-L-18937?

Key specifications for MIL-L-18937: Lens Transparency: TRANSPARENT; Material: PLASTIC LENS; Special Features: DETACHED MAIN LAMP HOUSING MTD ON THE LONGITUDINAL SIDE OF BATTERY COMPARTMENT W/4.250 IN. DIA CLEAR LENS IN; Furnished Items and Quantity: 1 HANDLE AND 4 LAMP. 24 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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