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231591Sensitivity Discs,diagnostic

Becton-Dickinson and Co Microbiology Systems Div · NSN 6550-01-560-2441 · FSC 6550 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6550-01-560-2441 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6550-01-560-2441. Primary manufacturer part number: 231591.
Features
  • Sensitivity Discs,diagnostic — FSC 6550
  • Supplementary Features: PACKAGING 10/SP; PRODUCT HAS NO NATURAL RUBBER/LATEX
  • Material: PAPER
  • Usage Design: TESTING OF BACTERIAL PATHOGENS
  • Test Capability Quantity: 1
  • Protective Storage Feature: REQUIRES REFRIGERATION STORAGE BETWEEN 2 TO 8 DEG CELSIUS
  • 1 verified cross-reference
  • Primary manufacturer: Becton-Dickinson and Co Microbiology Systems Div
Applications
  • Applications requiring Paper construction
General Description

The Sensitivity Discs,diagnostic, cataloged under National Stock Number 6550-01-560-2441, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6550 (No Item Name Available) of the Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Becton-Dickinson and Co Microbiology Systems Div. Government technical data includes 5 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. 5 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6550-01-560-2441
Primary Part Number231591
Item NameSensitivity Discs,diagnostic
FSC / FSG6550 / 65 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerBecton-Dickinson and Co Microbiology Systems Div
StatusACTIVE
Supplementary FeaturesPACKAGING 10/SP; PRODUCT HAS NO NATURAL RUBBER/LATEX
MaterialPAPER
Usage DesignTESTING OF BACTERIAL PATHOGENS
Test Capability Quantity1
Protective Storage FeatureREQUIRES REFRIGERATION STORAGE BETWEEN 2 TO 8 DEG CELSIUS
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 5
4820-00-375-779523159-1 INTERCHANGEABLE
Seat,valve
Grove Valve Operations
5940-00-935-8350 INTERCHANGEABLE
Terminal,stud
5950-01-107-0353 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transformer,power
6550-01-178-7909231591 INTERCHANGEABLE
Sensitivity Discs,diagnostic
Becton, Dickinson and Company Dba Becton Dickinson & Co
5330-01-274-3265231591 INTERCHANGEABLE
Gasket
Dana Off Highway Products, Llc
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
231591 Becton-Dickinson and Co Microbiology Systems Div (USA)
Related Parts
4820-00-375-7795INTERCHANGEABLE
SEAT,VALVE
23159-1
5940-00-935-8350INTERCHANGEABLE
TERMINAL,STUD
5950-01-107-0353INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSFORMER,POWER
6550-01-178-7909INTERCHANGEABLE
SENSITIVITY DISCS,DIAGNOSTIC
231591
5330-01-274-3265INTERCHANGEABLE
GASKET
231591

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6550-01-560-2441?

NSN 6550-01-560-2441 is a Sensitivity Discs,diagnostic, manufactured by Becton-Dickinson and Co Microbiology Systems Div, classified under FSC 6550 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6550-01-560-2441?

NSN 6550-01-560-2441 has 1 cross-referenced part number: 231591 (Becton-Dickinson and Co Microbiology Systems Div).

What NSN replaces 6550-01-560-2441?

There are 5 known substitutes for 6550-01-560-2441: 4820-00-375-7795, 5940-00-935-8350, 5950-01-107-0353 and 2 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 231591?

Key specifications for 231591: Part Name Assigned by Controlling Agency: SENSI-DISC SUSCEPTIBILITY TEST DISC CEFOXTIN 20, FOX-30, 30MCG (10/SP); Supplementary Features: PACKAGING 10/SP; PRODUCT HAS NO NATURAL RUBBER/LATEX; Material: PAPER; Usage Design: TESTING OF BACTERIAL PATHOGENS. 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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