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224716Suture,absorbable,surgical

Defense Logistics Agency Directorate of Medical Materiel Defense Supply Center Philadelphia · NSN 6515-01-609-8739 · FSC 6515 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6515-01-609-8739 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6515-01-609-8739. Primary manufacturer part number: 224716.
Features
  • Suture,absorbable,surgical — FSC 6515
  • End Type: SINGLE ARMED
  • Sterility: STERILE
  • Length: 36.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Size Designator: 1
  • Armed Suture Needle Point Style: ROUND TAPER
  • Needle Design Designation: OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
  • Unit Package Quantity: 36
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Suture,absorbable,surgical, cataloged under National Stock Number 6515-01-609-8739, 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 Defense Logistics Agency Directorate of Medical Materiel Defense Supply Center Philadelphia. Government technical data includes 9 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 4 commercial cross-references from 4 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled. Unit of issue: BX.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6515-01-609-8739
Primary Part Number224716
Item NameSuture,absorbable,surgical
FSC / FSG6515 / 65 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerDefense Logistics Agency Directorate of Medical Materiel Defense Supply Center Philadelphia
StatusCANCELLED
End TypeSINGLE ARMED
SterilitySTERILE
Length36.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Size Designator1
Armed Suture Needle Point StyleROUND TAPER
Needle Design DesignationOBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
Unit Package Quantity36
Armed Suture Needle Style1/2 CIRCLE
ColorVIOLET
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Unit of IssueBX
Verified Substitutes 2
No Item Name Available
5999-00-379-3960 INTERCHANGEABLE
Contact,electrical
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
224716 Defense Logistics Agency Directorate of Medical Materiel Defense Supply Center Philadelphia (USA)
6515NCM128043 Defense Medical Standardization Board (USA)
J359H Johnson & Johnson Medical Pty Ltd (AUS)
J359H Ethicon, Inc (USA)
Related Parts
6515-01-179-0082SUCCESSOR
NO ITEM NAME AVAILABLE
5999-00-379-3960INTERCHANGEABLE
CONTACT,ELECTRICAL

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6515-01-609-8739?

NSN 6515-01-609-8739 is a Suture,absorbable,surgical, manufactured by Defense Logistics Agency Directorate of Medical Materiel Defense Supply Center Philadelphia, classified under FSC 6515 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6515-01-609-8739?

NSN 6515-01-609-8739 has 4 cross-referenced part numbers: 224716 (Defense Logistics Agency Directorate of Medical Materiel Defense Supply Center Philadelphia), 6515NCM128043 (Defense Medical Standardization Board), J359H (Johnson & Johnson Medical Pty Ltd), J359H (Ethicon, Inc).

What NSN replaces 6515-01-609-8739?

There are 2 known substitutes for 6515-01-609-8739: 6515-01-179-0082, 5999-00-379-3960. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 224716?

Key specifications for 224716: Special Features: UTURE DEXON/VICRYL/POLYSORB/POLYSYN J359 CT/GS-24/T-25/HR40S SZ 1 36IN VIOLET 36S. REPLACEMENT FOR NSN 6515-01-179-0082. IN; End Type: SINGLE ARMED; Sterility: STERILE; Length: 36.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 11 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 6515-01-609-8739 still in active supply?

NSN 6515-01-609-8739 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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