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5911Thermometer,self-Indicating,bime

Brooklyn Thermometer Co Inc · NSN 6685-00-585-5678 · FSC 6685 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6685-00-585-5678 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6685-00-585-5678. Primary manufacturer part number: 5911.
Features
  • Thermometer,self-Indicating,bime — FSC 6685
  • Material: STEEL CORROSION RESISTING METER CASE
  • Style Designator: STRAIGHT FORM, HORIZONTAL DIAL
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: II TYPE
  • Scale Accuracy Rating: PORM 1 DEG AT 210 DEG F,PORM 1 DEG AT 240 DEG F,PORM 3 DEG AT 280 DEG F,PORM 5 DEG AT 320 DEG F,PORM 9 DEG AT 390 DEG F DEGF
  • Design Type: FLUCTUATING
  • Scale Type: CONCENTRIC DIAL
  • Stem Length: 5.625 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Applications
  • Applications requiring Steel Corrosion Resisting Meter Case construction
General Description

The Thermometer,self-Indicating,bime, cataloged under National Stock Number 6685-00-585-5678, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6685 (No Item Name Available) of the Instruments and Laboratory Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Brooklyn Thermometer Co Inc. Government technical data includes 13 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 5 commercial cross-references from 3 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6685-00-585-5678
Primary Part Number5911
Item NameThermometer,self-Indicating,bime
FSC / FSG6685 / 66 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerBrooklyn Thermometer Co Inc
StatusCANCELLED
MaterialSTEEL CORROSION RESISTING METER CASE
Style DesignatorSTRAIGHT FORM, HORIZONTAL DIAL
Nondefinitive Spec/std DataII TYPE
Scale Accuracy RatingPORM 1 DEG AT 210 DEG F,PORM 1 DEG AT 240 DEG F,PORM 3 DEG AT 280 DEG F,PORM 5 DEG AT 320 DEG F,PORM 9 DEG AT 390 DEG F DEGF
Design TypeFLUCTUATING
Scale TypeCONCENTRIC DIAL
Stem Length5.625 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Dial Diameter2.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Mounting Facility Nominal Screw Thread Diameter0.250 INCHES IN
Immersion Length2.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Scale Measurement Range+200.000 TO 400.000 DEG FAHRENHEIT
Scale Smallest Increment2.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT
Scale Inscription/background ColorBLACK MARKING ON WHITE BACKGROUND
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 12
5305-00-021-3806001-020121-000 INTERCHANGEABLE
Screw,cap,hexagon Head
Insitu, Inc.
5360-00-304-75925972 INTERCHANGEABLE
Spring,helical,compression
Waterous Company
5950-00-309-5640 INTERCHANGEABLE
Core,electromagnetic Component
2920-00-394-6007 INTERCHANGEABLE
Regulator,engine Generator
2530-00-431-6294 INTERCHANGEABLE
Frame Assembly,brake
5905-00-476-4603 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
6685-00-641-0189 INTERCHANGEABLE
Thermometer,self-Indicating,bime
5330-00-741-26367412636 INTERCHANGEABLE
Packing,preformed
U S Army Tank Automotive Command Amsta-Im-Mm
3040-00-757-01485972 INTERCHANGEABLE
Shaft,pilot
Michigan Dynamics Inc
5950-00-941-794177C704785G1 INTERCHANGEABLE
Coil,radio Frequency
Lockheed Martin Corporation Div Rms
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
5911 Brooklyn Thermometer Co Inc (USA)
GG-T-353 TYPE II Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC (USA)
GG-T-353 Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC (USA)
2BM05 Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp (USA)
5972 Brooklyn Thermometer Co Inc (USA)
Related Parts
5305-00-021-3806INTERCHANGEABLE
SCREW,CAP,HEXAGON HEAD
001-020121-000
5360-00-304-7592INTERCHANGEABLE
SPRING,HELICAL,COMPRESSION
5972
5950-00-309-5640INTERCHANGEABLE
CORE,ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPONENT
2920-00-394-6007INTERCHANGEABLE
REGULATOR,ENGINE GENERATOR
2530-00-431-6294INTERCHANGEABLE
FRAME ASSEMBLY,BRAKE
5905-00-476-4603INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,VARIABLE,NONWIRE WOUND,
6685-00-641-0189INTERCHANGEABLE
THERMOMETER,SELF-INDICATING,BIME
5330-00-741-2636INTERCHANGEABLE
PACKING,PREFORMED
7412636
3040-00-757-0148INTERCHANGEABLE
SHAFT,PILOT
5972
5950-00-941-7941INTERCHANGEABLE
COIL,RADIO FREQUENCY
77C704785G1
5962-01-077-5083INTERCHANGEABLE
MICROCIRCUIT,DIGITAL
6685-01-092-3911INTERCHANGEABLE
THERMOMETER,SELF-INDICATING,BIME

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6685-00-585-5678?

NSN 6685-00-585-5678 is a Thermometer,self-Indicating,bime, manufactured by Brooklyn Thermometer Co Inc, classified under FSC 6685 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6685-00-585-5678?

NSN 6685-00-585-5678 has 5 cross-referenced part numbers: 5911 (Brooklyn Thermometer Co Inc), GG-T-353 TYPE II (Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC), GG-T-353 (Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC), 2BM05 (Weksler Glass Thermometer Corp), 5972 (Brooklyn Thermometer Co Inc).

What NSN replaces 6685-00-585-5678?

There are 12 known substitutes for 6685-00-585-5678: 5305-00-021-3806, 5360-00-304-7592, 5950-00-309-5640 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 5911?

Key specifications for 5911: Material: STEEL CORROSION RESISTING METER CASE; Style Designator: STRAIGHT FORM, HORIZONTAL DIAL; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: II TYPE; Scale Accuracy Rating: PORM 1 DEG AT 210 DEG F,PORM 1 DEG AT 240 DEG F,PORM 3 DEG AT 280 DEG F,PORM 5 DEG AT 320 DEG F,PORM 9 DEG AT 390 DEG F DEGF. 14 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 6685-00-585-5678 still in active supply?

NSN 6685-00-585-5678 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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