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G-251Light,surgical,ceiling

Defense Medical Standardization Board · NSN 6530-01-180-0456 · FSC 6530 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6530-01-180-0456 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6530-01-180-0456. Primary manufacturer part number: G-251.
Features
  • Light,surgical,ceiling — FSC 6530
  • Lamp Type Accommodated and Quantity: 2 INCANDESCENT
  • Voltage Rating in Volts: 120.0 AC NOMINAL OR 230.0 AC NOMINAL
  • Lens Type and Quantity: 2 CIRCULAR
  • Furnished Items and Quantity: 1 WALL MOUNTED POWER SWITCH AND 1 ADJUSTABLE INTENSITY CONTROLLER AND 2 SEPERATE ON/OFF SWITCH AND 1 CONTAINER AND 1 HANDLE AND 1 STERILIZABLE HANDLE
  • 1 verified cross-reference
  • Primary manufacturer: Defense Medical Standardization Board
Applications
  • Area illumination
  • Indicator and warning display
  • Navigation and signal lighting
General Description

The Light,surgical,ceiling, cataloged under National Stock Number 6530-01-180-0456, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6530 (No Item Name Available) of the Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Defense Medical Standardization Board. Government technical data includes 4 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. Unit of issue: EA.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6530-01-180-0456
Primary Part NumberG-251
Item NameLight,surgical,ceiling
FSC / FSG6530 / 65 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerDefense Medical Standardization Board
StatusACTIVE
Lamp Type Accommodated and Quantity2 INCANDESCENT
Voltage Rating in Volts120.0 AC NOMINAL OR 230.0 AC NOMINAL
Lens Type and Quantity2 CIRCULAR
Furnished Items and Quantity1 WALL MOUNTED POWER SWITCH AND 1 ADJUSTABLE INTENSITY CONTROLLER AND 2 SEPERATE ON/OFF SWITCH AND 1 CONTAINER AND 1 HANDLE AND 1 STERILIZABLE HANDLE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Unit of IssueEA
Verified Substitutes 3
3040-00-228-9875G2-51 INTERCHANGEABLE
Shaft,straight
Designatronics Incorporated Div Sterling Instruments Div
4530-00-394-8524 INTERCHANGEABLE
Air Door Scoop Gage Assembly
5962-00-455-3634 INTERCHANGEABLE
Microcircuit,digital
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
G-251 PRIMARY Defense Medical Standardization Board (USA)
Related Parts
3040-00-228-9875INTERCHANGEABLE
SHAFT,STRAIGHT
G2-51
4530-00-394-8524INTERCHANGEABLE
AIR DOOR SCOOP GAGE ASSEMBLY
5962-00-455-3634INTERCHANGEABLE
MICROCIRCUIT,DIGITAL

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6530-01-180-0456?

NSN 6530-01-180-0456 is a Light,surgical,ceiling, manufactured by Defense Medical Standardization Board, classified under FSC 6530 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6530-01-180-0456?

NSN 6530-01-180-0456 has 1 cross-referenced part number: G-251 (Defense Medical Standardization Board).

What NSN replaces 6530-01-180-0456?

There are 3 known substitutes for 6530-01-180-0456: 3040-00-228-9875, 4530-00-394-8524, 5962-00-455-3634. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of G-251?

Key specifications for G-251: Lamp Type Accommodated and Quantity: 2 INCANDESCENT; Part Name Assigned by Controlling Agency: LIGHT SURGICAL CEILING 81/86"H INCANDESCENT 120/230V 50/60 HZ V; Voltage Rating in Volts: 120.0 AC NOMINAL OR 230.0 AC NOMINAL; Special Features: CEILING MOUNTED; FLOOR TO CEILING HEIGHT 81 IN. TO 86 IN.; ARTICULATING ARMS 4-1/2 FT LAMPHEADS COUNTER-BALANCED; 150 WATTS; 50/60 HZ; HIGHLY FUNGUS,MILDEW CORROSION AND SALT-SPRAY RESISTANT; FOR USE WITHIN HARDWALL SHELTERS IN MILITARY FIELD MEDICAL FACILITIES; 150 WATT HALOGEN LAMP HAVING RATED AVERAGE LIFE OF AT LEAST 1000 HOURS; PROVIDE MINIMUM 4000 FOOTCANDLES OF ILLUMINATION AT 36 INCHES AT APPROXIMATELY 4800 DEGREES KELVIN; LENS AREA CIRCULAR IN SHAPE, MINIMALLY 103 SQUARE INCHES IN. 6 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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