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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

C5LCompass,magnetic,mounted

Ametek, Inc. Div Aerospace & Defense · NSN 6605-01-116-4009 · FSC 6605 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6605-01-116-4009 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6605-01-116-4009. Primary manufacturer part number: C5L.
Features
  • Compass,magnetic,mounted — FSC 6605
  • Design Type: SIDE READING
  • Compensating Feature: NOT INCLUDED
  • Illuminated Location: OVER
  • Bowl Element Type: TOP
  • Illuminated Feature: INCLUDED
  • Bowl Shape: SPHERICAL
  • Instrument Type: DRY
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Compass,magnetic,mounted, cataloged under National Stock Number 6605-01-116-4009, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6605 (No Item Name Available) of the Instruments and Laboratory Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Ametek, Inc. Div Aerospace & Defense. Government technical data includes 10 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references 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
NSN6605-01-116-4009
Primary Part NumberC5L
Item NameCompass,magnetic,mounted
FSC / FSG6605 / 66 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerAmetek, Inc. Div Aerospace & Defense
StatusACTIVE
Design TypeSIDE READING
Compensating FeatureNOT INCLUDED
Illuminated LocationOVER
Bowl Element TypeTOP
Illuminated FeatureINCLUDED
Bowl ShapeSPHERICAL
Instrument TypeDRY
Dial Size1.750 INCHES IN
Mounting MethodHOLE
Smallest Increment in Deg5.0 DIAL
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 5
3455-00-268-9691 INTERCHANGEABLE
File,rotary
6610-00-514-616817100-1A1A1 INTERCHANGEABLE
Indicator,heading,gyroscopic
Honeywell Intl Inc Defense Avionics Systems
6610-00-515-6458674090 INTERCHANGEABLE
Indicator,heading,gyroscopic
Lockheed Martin Corporation Div Rms - Mitchel Field
5340-00-961-7424C5L INTERCHANGEABLE
Cam,cabinet Lock
Eastern Co the Ccl Security Products
6720-01-095-6006C-5C INTERCHANGEABLE
Camera,still Picture
Tektronix, Inc.
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
C5C Ametek, Inc. Div Aerospace & Defense (USA)
C5L PRIMARY Ametek, Inc. Div Aerospace & Defense (USA)
Related Parts
3455-00-268-9691INTERCHANGEABLE
FILE,ROTARY
6610-00-514-6168INTERCHANGEABLE
INDICATOR,HEADING,GYROSCOPIC
17100-1A1A1
6610-00-515-6458INTERCHANGEABLE
INDICATOR,HEADING,GYROSCOPIC
674090
5340-00-961-7424INTERCHANGEABLE
CAM,CABINET LOCK
C5L
6720-01-095-6006INTERCHANGEABLE
CAMERA,STILL PICTURE
C-5C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6605-01-116-4009?

NSN 6605-01-116-4009 is a Compass,magnetic,mounted, manufactured by Ametek, Inc. Div Aerospace & Defense, classified under FSC 6605 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6605-01-116-4009?

NSN 6605-01-116-4009 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: C5C (Ametek, Inc. Div Aerospace & Defense), C5L (Ametek, Inc. Div Aerospace & Defense).

What NSN replaces 6605-01-116-4009?

There are 5 known substitutes for 6605-01-116-4009: 3455-00-268-9691, 6610-00-514-6168, 6610-00-515-6458 and 2 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of C5L?

Key specifications for C5L: Design Type: SIDE READING; Compensating Feature: NOT INCLUDED; Illuminated Location: OVER; Overall Length: 3.125 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 13 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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