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5618-41Suture,absorbable,surgical

American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept · NSN 6515-01-222-4493 · FSC 6515 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6515-01-222-4493 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6515-01-222-4493. Primary manufacturer part number: 5618-41.
Features
  • Suture,absorbable,surgical — FSC 6515
  • Sterility: STERILE
  • Size Designator: 3-0
  • Needle Nominal Length: 37.0 MILLIMETERS MM
  • Armed Suture Needle Point Style: REVERSE CUTTING EDGE
  • Immediate Container Type: ENVELOPE, PLASTIC
  • Armed Suture Needle Style: 3/8 CIRCLE
  • End Type: SINGLE ARMED
Applications
  • Applications requiring Steel Needle construction
General Description

The Suture,absorbable,surgical, cataloged under National Stock Number 6515-01-222-4493, 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 14 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. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6515-01-222-4493
Primary Part Number5618-41
Item NameSuture,absorbable,surgical
FSC / FSG6515 / 65 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerAmerican Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept
StatusACTIVE
SterilitySTERILE
Size Designator3-0
Needle Nominal Length37.0 MILLIMETERS MM
Armed Suture Needle Point StyleREVERSE CUTTING EDGE
Immediate Container TypeENVELOPE, PLASTIC
Armed Suture Needle Style3/8 CIRCLE
End TypeSINGLE ARMED
ColorBEIGE
Length27.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Quantity Within Each Immediate Container1
Needle Design DesignationCUTICULAR
Immediate Container Quantity36
MaterialSTEEL NEEDLE
Unit Package Quantity36
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 2
4710-00-137-1905561841 INTERCHANGEABLE
Tube,bent,metallic
Dana Off Highway Products, Llc
5950-00-795-2937 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transformer Assembly
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
5618-41 American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept (USA)
Related Parts
4710-00-137-1905INTERCHANGEABLE
TUBE,BENT,METALLIC
561841
5950-00-795-2937INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSFORMER ASSEMBLY

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6515-01-222-4493?

NSN 6515-01-222-4493 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 6515-01-222-4493?

NSN 6515-01-222-4493 has 1 cross-referenced part number: 5618-41 (American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept).

What NSN replaces 6515-01-222-4493?

There are 2 known substitutes for 6515-01-222-4493: 4710-00-137-1905, 5950-00-795-2937. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 5618-41?

Key specifications for 5618-41: Sterility: STERILE; Size Designator: 3-0; Needle Nominal Length: 37.0 MILLIMETERS MM; Armed Suture Needle Point Style: REVERSE CUTTING EDGE. 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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