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7233-51Suture,absorbable,surgical

American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept · NSN 6515-01-153-5527 · FSC 6515 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6515-01-153-5527 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6515-01-153-5527. Primary manufacturer part number: 7233-51.
Features
  • Suture,absorbable,surgical — FSC 6515
  • Immediate Container Quantity: 36
  • Unit Package Quantity: 36
  • Sterility: STERILE
  • Size Designator: 2-0
  • Material: STEEL CORROSION RESISTING NEEDLE
  • Quantity Within Each Immediate Container: 1
  • Material: POLYGLYCOLIC ACID SUTURE
Applications
  • Applications requiring Steel Corrosion Resisting Needle construction
General Description

The Suture,absorbable,surgical, cataloged under National Stock Number 6515-01-153-5527, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6515 (No Item Name Available) of the Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept. Government technical data includes 15 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references from 1 manufacturer, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active. Unit of issue: PG.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6515-01-153-5527
Primary Part Number7233-51
Item NameSuture,absorbable,surgical
FSC / FSG6515 / 65 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerAmerican Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept
StatusACTIVE
Immediate Container Quantity36
Unit Package Quantity36
SterilitySTERILE
Size Designator2-0
MaterialSTEEL CORROSION RESISTING NEEDLE
Quantity Within Each Immediate Container1
MaterialPOLYGLYCOLIC ACID SUTURE
Length27.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Armed Suture Needle Point StyleROUND TAPER
ColorGREEN
Unit of Issue Cube0.001 CUBIC FEET
Armed Suture Needle Style1/2 CIRCLE
End TypeSINGLE ARMED
Needle Design DesignationGASTRO-INTESTINAL
Immediate Container TypePACKET, FOIL, HEAT SEALED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Unit of IssuePG
Verified Substitutes 2
6515-00-280-9190452A INTERCHANGEABLE
Suture,absorbable,surgical
Clinical Pharmacies Inc Dba C P Medical
6515-00-455-63427232-41 INTERCHANGEABLE
Suture,absorbable,surgical
American Cyanamid Co Davis and Geck Div
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
7233-51 American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept (USA)
DEXON "S" American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept (USA)
Related Parts
6515-00-280-9190INTERCHANGEABLE
SUTURE,ABSORBABLE,SURGICAL
452A
6515-00-455-6342INTERCHANGEABLE
SUTURE,ABSORBABLE,SURGICAL
7232-41

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6515-01-153-5527?

NSN 6515-01-153-5527 is a Suture,absorbable,surgical, manufactured by American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept, classified under FSC 6515 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6515-01-153-5527?

NSN 6515-01-153-5527 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: 7233-51 (American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept), DEXON "S" (American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept).

What NSN replaces 6515-01-153-5527?

There are 2 known substitutes for 6515-01-153-5527: 6515-00-280-9190, 6515-00-455-6342. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 7233-51?

Key specifications for 7233-51: Immediate Container Quantity: 36; Unit Package Quantity: 36; Sterility: STERILE; Size Designator: 2-0. 17 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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