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1806-23Suture,nonabsorbable,surgical

American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept · NSN 6515-01-284-2938 · FSC 6515 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6515-01-284-2938 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6515-01-284-2938. Primary manufacturer part number: 1806-23.
Features
  • Suture,nonabsorbable,surgical — FSC 6515
  • Length: 18.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Diameter: 13.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM
  • Size Designator: 5-0
  • Sterility: STERILE
  • Armed Suture Needle Style: 3/8 CIRCLE
  • Strand Fiber Arrangement: MONOFILAMENT
  • Needle Design Designation: PLASTIC SURGERY
Applications
  • Applications requiring Plastic Polyamide Nylon Suture construction
General Description

The Suture,nonabsorbable,surgical, cataloged under National Stock Number 6515-01-284-2938, 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 16 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 1 verified substitute exists in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active. Unit of issue: PG.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6515-01-284-2938
Primary Part Number1806-23
Item NameSuture,nonabsorbable,surgical
FSC / FSG6515 / 65 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerAmerican Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept
StatusACTIVE
Length18.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Diameter13.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM
Size Designator5-0
SterilitySTERILE
Armed Suture Needle Style3/8 CIRCLE
Strand Fiber ArrangementMONOFILAMENT
Needle Design DesignationPLASTIC SURGERY
MaterialPLASTIC POLYAMIDE NYLON SUTURE
MaterialSTEEL CORROSION RESISTING NEEDLE
Quantity Within Each Immediate Container1
ColorCLEAR
End TypeSINGLE ARMED
Immediate Container TypePACKET, FOIL
Armed Suture Needle Point StyleREVERSE CUTTING EDGE
Immediate Container Quantity12
Unit Package Quantity12
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Unit of IssuePG
Verified Substitutes 1
3020-01-104-5219 INTERCHANGEABLE
Gear,spur
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
1806-23 American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept (USA)
88-7-7-37 AH Air Force Medical Logistics Office (USA)
Related Parts
3020-01-104-5219INTERCHANGEABLE
GEAR,SPUR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6515-01-284-2938?

NSN 6515-01-284-2938 is a Suture,nonabsorbable,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 6515-01-284-2938?

NSN 6515-01-284-2938 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: 1806-23 (American Cyanamid Co Lederle Laboratories Div Davis and Geck Dept), 88-7-7-37 AH (Air Force Medical Logistics Office).

What NSN replaces 6515-01-284-2938?

There is 1 known substitute for 6515-01-284-2938: 3020-01-104-5219. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 1806-23?

Key specifications for 1806-23: Length: 18.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Diameter: 13.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM; Size Designator: 5-0; Sterility: STERILE. 18 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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