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TEMPILSTIK 182Temperature Indicating Compound

Tempil, Inc. Dba Tempil, Inc. · NSN 6685-00-938-0434 · FSC 6685 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6685-00-938-0434 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6685-00-938-0434. Primary manufacturer part number: TEMPILSTIK 182.
Features
  • Temperature Indicating Compound — FSC 6685
  • Physical Form: CRAYON
  • Temp Rating: 182.0 FAHRENHEIT DEGF
  • 2 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Tempil, Inc. Dba Tempil, Inc.
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Temperature Indicating Compound, cataloged under National Stock Number 6685-00-938-0434, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6685 (No Item Name Available) of the Instruments and Laboratory Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Tempil, Inc. Dba Tempil, Inc.. Government technical data includes 2 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 3 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6685-00-938-0434
Primary Part NumberTEMPILSTIK 182
Item NameTemperature Indicating Compound
FSC / FSG6685 / 66 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerTempil, Inc. Dba Tempil, Inc.
StatusACTIVE
Physical FormCRAYON
Temp Rating182.0 FAHRENHEIT DEGF
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
6685-00-880-1293 INTERCHANGEABLE
Temperature Indicating Compound
6685-00-938-0431TS0163 INTERCHANGEABLE
Temperature Indicating Compound
Tempil, Inc. Dba Tempil, Inc.
6685-00-938-0433 INTERCHANGEABLE
Temperature Indicating Compound
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
TEMPILSTIK 182 PRIMARY Tempil, Inc. Dba Tempil, Inc. (USA)
THERMOMELT Markal Co (USA)
Related Parts
6685-00-880-1293INTERCHANGEABLE
TEMPERATURE INDICATING COMPOUND
6685-00-938-0431INTERCHANGEABLE
TEMPERATURE INDICATING COMPOUND
TS0163
6685-00-938-0433INTERCHANGEABLE
TEMPERATURE INDICATING COMPOUND

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6685-00-938-0434?

NSN 6685-00-938-0434 is a Temperature Indicating Compound, manufactured by Tempil, Inc. Dba Tempil, Inc., classified under FSC 6685 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6685-00-938-0434?

NSN 6685-00-938-0434 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: TEMPILSTIK 182 (Tempil, Inc. Dba Tempil, Inc.), THERMOMELT (Markal Co).

What NSN replaces 6685-00-938-0434?

There are 3 known substitutes for 6685-00-938-0434: 6685-00-880-1293, 6685-00-938-0431, 6685-00-938-0433. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of TEMPILSTIK 182?

Key specifications for TEMPILSTIK 182: Physical Form: CRAYON; Special Features: HEXAGON CROSS SECTION,0.375 IN. ACROSS FLATS IN; Temp Rating: 182.0 FAHRENHEIT DEGF. 3 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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