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99Blocking Unit,ophthalmic Lens

Gerber Coburn Optical Industries Inc · NSN 6540-00-494-1852 · FSC 6540 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6540-00-494-1852 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6540-00-494-1852. Primary manufacturer part number: 99.
Features
  • Blocking Unit,ophthalmic Lens — FSC 6540
  • Frequency Rating: 50.0 HERTZ NOMINAL
  • Design Type: LOW MELTING POINT ALLOY BLOCKING
  • Accessory Components and Quantity: ADAPTER,WATER RING,FOR COLORED LENSES 1; ALLOY BLOCKING,FOR GLASS LENSES 100 LB; BLOCK,6 DIOPTER BASE CURVE 75; BLOCK,8 DIOPTER BASE CURVE 25; BLOCK,12 DIOPTER BASE CURVE 4;CENTER HARD STEEL 100; DEBLOCKER,REGULAR 2; GAGE,PRISM 2 SETS; PRE-COAT SPRAY 24 CANS; RING,LENS POSITION 22; RING,NESTING,NEOPRENE 6 LBS
  • Preheating Unit Thermostatic Control: NOT INCLUDED
  • Supplementary Features: REQUISITION SHOULD STATE FREQUENCY OF ELECTRICAL CURRENT,NUMBER OF WIRES IN DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM,WHETHER SINGLE PHASE OR THREE PHASE,AND VOLTAGE
  • Lens Chuck Type: MECHANICAL
  • Blocking Table Protractor: NOT INCLUDED
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Blocking Unit,ophthalmic Lens, cataloged under National Stock Number 6540-00-494-1852, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6540 (No Item Name Available) of the Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Gerber Coburn Optical Industries Inc. Government technical data includes 17 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
NSN6540-00-494-1852
Primary Part Number99
Item NameBlocking Unit,ophthalmic Lens
FSC / FSG6540 / 65 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerGerber Coburn Optical Industries Inc
StatusACTIVE
Frequency Rating50.0 HERTZ NOMINAL
Design TypeLOW MELTING POINT ALLOY BLOCKING
Accessory Components and QuantityADAPTER,WATER RING,FOR COLORED LENSES 1; ALLOY BLOCKING,FOR GLASS LENSES 100 LB; BLOCK,6 DIOPTER BASE CURVE 75; BLOCK,8 DIOPTER BASE CURVE 25; BLOCK,12 DIOPTER BASE CURVE 4;CENTER HARD STEEL 100; DEBLOCKER,REGULAR 2; GAGE,PRISM 2 SETS; PRE-COAT SPRAY 24 CANS; RING,LENS POSITION 22; RING,NESTING,NEOPRENE 6 LBS
Preheating Unit Thermostatic ControlNOT INCLUDED
Supplementary FeaturesREQUISITION SHOULD STATE FREQUENCY OF ELECTRICAL CURRENT,NUMBER OF WIRES IN DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM,WHETHER SINGLE PHASE OR THREE PHASE,AND VOLTAGE
Lens Chuck TypeMECHANICAL
Blocking Table ProtractorNOT INCLUDED
Blocking Table Quantity1
Current TypeAC
Frequency Rating60.0 HERTZ NOMINAL
Thermostatic ControlINCLUDED
Voltage Rating115.0 VOLTS NOMINAL
Blocking Table TypeNONTILTING
Audible Timing DeviceNOT INCLUDED
Voltage Rating220.0 VOLTS NOMINAL
Accessory ComponentsINTEGRAL MELTING POT
Preheating Unit TypeRECLAIM TANK
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
Successor5340-00-473-5957
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 2
Key Blank
6130-01-034-405999 SUCCESSOR
Power Supply
Honeywell International Inc. Dba Honeywell Div Aerospace -Olathe Hums Div
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
99 Gerber Coburn Optical Industries Inc (USA)
Related Parts
SUCCESSOR 5340-00-473-5957 Key Blank
6130-01-034-4059SUCCESSOR
POWER SUPPLY
99

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6540-00-494-1852?

NSN 6540-00-494-1852 is a Blocking Unit,ophthalmic Lens, manufactured by Gerber Coburn Optical Industries Inc, classified under FSC 6540 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6540-00-494-1852?

NSN 6540-00-494-1852 has 1 cross-referenced part number: 99 (Gerber Coburn Optical Industries Inc).

What NSN replaces 6540-00-494-1852?

There are 2 known substitutes for 6540-00-494-1852: 5340-00-473-5957, 6130-01-034-4059. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 99?

Key specifications for 99: Frequency Rating: 50.0 HERTZ NOMINAL; Design Type: LOW MELTING POINT ALLOY BLOCKING; Accessory Components and Quantity: ADAPTER,WATER RING,FOR COLORED LENSES 1; ALLOY BLOCKING,FOR GLASS LENSES 100 LB; BLOCK,6 DIOPTER BASE CURVE 75; BLOCK,8 DIOPTER BASE CURVE 25; BLOCK,12 DIOPTER BASE CURVE 4;CENTER HARD STEEL 100; DEBLOCKER,REGULAR 2; GAGE,PRISM 2 SETS; PRE-COAT SPRAY 24 CANS; RING,LENS POSITION 22; RING,NESTING,NEOPRENE 6 LBS; Preheating Unit Thermostatic Control: NOT INCLUDED. 17 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

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