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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

85-T8478K-54E-000-0350-400/1200Thermometer,indicating,capillary

Ashcroft Inc Dba Heise · NSN 6685-00-483-8605 · FSC 6685 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6685-00-483-8605 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6685-00-483-8605. Primary manufacturer part number: 85-T8478K-54E-000-0350-400/1200.
Features
  • Thermometer,indicating,capillary — FSC 6685
  • Actuating Medium: GAS
  • Scale Smallest Increment: 5.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT5.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT
  • Material: PLASTIC METER CASE
  • Style Designator: BULB W/O SOCKETBULB W/O SOCKET
  • Material: STEEL CORROSION RESISTING BULB
  • Scale Inscription/background Color: BLACK MARKING ON YELLOW BACKGROUND
  • Pointer/pen Type and Quantity: 1 INDICATING SINGLE AND 1 REFERENCE SINGLE
Applications
  • Applications requiring Plastic Meter Case construction
General Description

The Thermometer,indicating,capillary, cataloged under National Stock Number 6685-00-483-8605, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6685 (No Item Name Available) of the Instruments and Laboratory Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Ashcroft Inc Dba Heise. Government technical data includes 22 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6685-00-483-8605
Primary Part Number85-T8478K-54E-000-0350-400/1200
Item NameThermometer,indicating,capillary
FSC / FSG6685 / 66 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerAshcroft Inc Dba Heise
StatusACTIVE
Actuating MediumGAS
Scale Smallest Increment5.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT5.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT
MaterialPLASTIC METER CASE
Style DesignatorBULB W/O SOCKETBULB W/O SOCKET
MaterialSTEEL CORROSION RESISTING BULB
Scale Inscription/background ColorBLACK MARKING ON YELLOW BACKGROUND
Pointer/pen Type and Quantity1 INDICATING SINGLE AND 1 REFERENCE SINGLE
Bulb Connection TypeUNIONUNION
Scale TypeCONCENTRIC DIALCONCENTRIC DIAL
Case Diameter10.250 INCHES NOMINAL10.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Bulb Overall Length6.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Bulb StylePLAIN BULB
Bulb TypePLAIN RIGID
Flexible Tube Length420.000 INCHES NOMINAL420.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Bulb Tip Length3.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Bulb Quantity11
Extension Neck Length2.500 INCHES NOMINAL2.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Active Portion Length3.500 INCHES NOMINAL3.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Dial Diameter8.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Indicator Connection MethodFLEXIBLE TUBE
Scale Measurement Range+400.000 TO 1200.000 DEG FAHRENHEIT+400.000 TO 1200.000 DEG FAHRENHEIT
Active Portion Diameter0.935 INCHES NOMINAL0.935 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 12
6685-00-115-920681GJ-Y00R-W40Y INTERCHANGEABLE
Thermometer,indicating,capillary
Ashcroft Inc Dba Heise
6685-00-453-587241GJ-Y00L-W25Y INTERCHANGEABLE
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Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp
6685-00-453-587781GK-Y00R-W63Y INTERCHANGEABLE
Thermometer,indicating,capillary
Ashcroft Inc Dba Heise
6685-00-453-587841GK-Y00L-R10Y INTERCHANGEABLE
Thermometer,indicating,capillary
Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp
6685-00-453-588041GJ-Y00R-W40Y INTERCHANGEABLE
Thermometer,indicating,capillary
Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp
6685-00-453-588181GJ-Y00R-W25Y INTERCHANGEABLE
Thermometer,indicating,capillary
Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp
6685-00-483-860381GK-Y00R-W50Y INTERCHANGEABLE
Thermometer,indicating,capillary
Ashcroft Inc Dba Heise
6685-00-483-860481GK-Y00R-W45Y INTERCHANGEABLE
Thermometer,indicating,capillary
Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp
6685-00-483-860745-T8478K-51E-000-0630-50/550 INTERCHANGEABLE
Thermometer,indicating,capillary
Ashcroft Inc Dba Heise
6685-00-488-558581GN-N00R-W40Y INTERCHANGEABLE
No Item Name Available
Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
M27-196REVP Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp (USA)
85-T8478K-54E-000-0350-400/1200 PRIMARY Ashcroft Inc Dba Heise (USA)
81GK-Y00R-W35Y Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp (USA)
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41GJ-Y00L-W25Y
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6685-00-483-8605?

NSN 6685-00-483-8605 is a Thermometer,indicating,capillary, manufactured by Ashcroft Inc Dba Heise, classified under FSC 6685 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6685-00-483-8605?

NSN 6685-00-483-8605 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: M27-196REVP (Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp), 85-T8478K-54E-000-0350-400/1200 (Ashcroft Inc Dba Heise), 81GK-Y00R-W35Y (Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp).

What NSN replaces 6685-00-483-8605?

There are 12 known substitutes for 6685-00-483-8605: 6685-00-115-9206, 6685-00-453-5872, 6685-00-453-5877 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 85-T8478K-54E-000-0350-400/1200?

Key specifications for 85-T8478K-54E-000-0350-400/1200: Actuating Medium: GAS; Scale Smallest Increment: 5.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT5.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT; Material: PLASTIC METER CASE; Style Designator: BULB W/O SOCKETBULB W/O SOCKET. 22 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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