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40-8025Knife,sternum

Codman & Shurtleff Inc · NSN 6515-01-478-7688 · FSC 6515 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6515-01-478-7688 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6515-01-478-7688. Primary manufacturer part number: 40-8025.
Features
  • Knife,sternum — FSC 6515
  • Usage Design: STERNAL
  • Handle Type: CONTOURED
  • Shank Type: STRAIGHT
  • Design Designation: LEBSCHE
  • Blade Length: 32.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM
  • Blade Quantity: 1
  • 1 verified cross-reference
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Knife,sternum, cataloged under National Stock Number 6515-01-478-7688, 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 Codman & Shurtleff Inc. Government technical data includes 6 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. 3 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6515-01-478-7688
Primary Part Number40-8025
Item NameKnife,sternum
FSC / FSG6515 / 65 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerCodman & Shurtleff Inc
StatusACTIVE
Usage DesignSTERNAL
Handle TypeCONTOURED
Shank TypeSTRAIGHT
Design DesignationLEBSCHE
Blade Length32.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM
Blade Quantity1
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
2530-00-176-7760 INTERCHANGEABLE
Shaft and Yoke
2520-00-481-9450828-408025 INTERCHANGEABLE
Propeller Shaft,vehicular
Wheeler Fleet Solutions, Co.
5360-01-158-1356 INTERCHANGEABLE
Spring,shaft
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
40-8025 PRIMARY Codman & Shurtleff Inc (USA)
Related Parts
2530-00-176-7760INTERCHANGEABLE
SHAFT AND YOKE
2520-00-481-9450INTERCHANGEABLE
PROPELLER SHAFT,VEHICULAR
828-408025
5360-01-158-1356INTERCHANGEABLE
SPRING,SHAFT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6515-01-478-7688?

NSN 6515-01-478-7688 is a Knife,sternum, manufactured by Codman & Shurtleff Inc, classified under FSC 6515 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6515-01-478-7688?

NSN 6515-01-478-7688 has 1 cross-referenced part number: 40-8025 (Codman & Shurtleff Inc).

What NSN replaces 6515-01-478-7688?

There are 3 known substitutes for 6515-01-478-7688: 2530-00-176-7760, 2520-00-481-9450, 5360-01-158-1356. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 40-8025?

Key specifications for 40-8025: Usage Design: STERNAL; Handle Type: CONTOURED; Shank Type: STRAIGHT; Design Designation: LEBSCHE. 7 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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