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60CThermometer,indicating,capillary

Palmer Instruments Inc. Dba Palmer Instruments Inc · NSN 6685-00-857-0149 · FSC 6685 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6685-00-857-0149 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6685-00-857-0149. Primary manufacturer part number: 60C.
Features
  • Thermometer,indicating,capillary — FSC 6685
  • Indicator Connection Method: FLEXIBLE TUBE
  • Bulb Connection Type: THREADED
  • Case Type: DUSTPROOF
  • Mounting Bolt Circle Diameter: 7.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Bulb Type: PLAIN RIGID
  • Active Portion Diameter: 1.438 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Scale Type: CONCENTRIC DIAL
Applications
  • Applications requiring Aluminum Overall construction
General Description

The Thermometer,indicating,capillary, cataloged under National Stock Number 6685-00-857-0149, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6685 (No Item Name Available) of the Instruments and Laboratory Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Palmer Instruments Inc. Dba Palmer Instruments Inc. Government technical data includes 20 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. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6685-00-857-0149
Primary Part Number60C
Item NameThermometer,indicating,capillary
FSC / FSG6685 / 66 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerPalmer Instruments Inc. Dba Palmer Instruments Inc
StatusACTIVE
Indicator Connection MethodFLEXIBLE TUBE
Bulb Connection TypeTHREADED
Case TypeDUSTPROOF
Mounting Bolt Circle Diameter7.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Bulb TypePLAIN RIGID
Active Portion Diameter1.438 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Scale TypeCONCENTRIC DIAL
Case Diameter7.750 INCHES NOMINAL IN
MaterialALUMINUM OVERALL
Flexible Tube Length60.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Actuating MediumMERCURY
Scale Smallest Increment1.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT
Bulb Overall Length7.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Scale Inscription/background ColorBLACK FIGURES ON WHITE BACKGROUND
Pointer/pen Type and Quantity1 INDICATING SINGLE
Dial Diameter6.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Active Portion Length6.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Mounting Facility Type and Quantity1 FLUSH AND 3 HOLE
Bulb Quantity1
Unthreaded Mounting Hole Diameter0.281 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
60C Palmer Instruments Inc. Dba Palmer Instruments Inc (USA)
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CAP,PIPE
060C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6685-00-857-0149?

NSN 6685-00-857-0149 is a Thermometer,indicating,capillary, manufactured by Palmer Instruments Inc. Dba Palmer Instruments Inc, classified under FSC 6685 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6685-00-857-0149?

NSN 6685-00-857-0149 has 1 cross-referenced part number: 60C (Palmer Instruments Inc. Dba Palmer Instruments Inc).

What NSN replaces 6685-00-857-0149?

There are 12 known substitutes for 6685-00-857-0149: 5961-00-007-9372, 3120-00-516-6197, 3030-00-528-4019 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 60C?

Key specifications for 60C: Indicator Connection Method: FLEXIBLE TUBE; Bulb Connection Type: THREADED; Case Type: DUSTPROOF; Mounting Bolt Circle Diameter: 7.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 20 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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