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361L72Thermometer,indicating,capillary

Stewart-Warner Corporation · NSN 6685-00-948-6070 · FSC 6685 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6685-00-948-6070 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6685-00-948-6070. Primary manufacturer part number: 361L72.
Features
  • Thermometer,indicating,capillary — FSC 6685
  • Bulb Quantity: 1
  • Bulb Style: PLAIN BULB W/BENDABLE EXTENSION
  • Pointer/pen Type and Quantity: 1 INDICATING SINGLE
  • Case Diameter: 2.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Scale Smallest Increment: 60.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT
  • Material: BRASS METER CASE
  • Material: COPPER ALLOY BULB
Applications
  • Applications requiring Brass Meter Case construction
General Description

The Thermometer,indicating,capillary, cataloged under National Stock Number 6685-00-948-6070, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6685 (No Item Name Available) of the Instruments and Laboratory Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Stewart-Warner Corporation. Government technical data includes 21 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. 7 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6685-00-948-6070
Primary Part Number361L72
Item NameThermometer,indicating,capillary
FSC / FSG6685 / 66 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerStewart-Warner Corporation
StatusCANCELLED
Bulb Quantity1
Bulb StylePLAIN BULB W/BENDABLE EXTENSION
Pointer/pen Type and Quantity1 INDICATING SINGLE
Case Diameter2.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Scale Smallest Increment60.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT
MaterialBRASS METER CASE
MaterialCOPPER ALLOY BULB
Scale Inscription/background ColorWHITE MARKING ON BLACK BACKGROUND
Dial Diameter2.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Indicator Connection MethodFLEXIBLE TUBE
Bulb Tip Length1.531 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Active Portion Diameter0.365 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Active Portion Length1.531 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Flexible Tube Length72.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Bulb Overall Length2.375 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Bulb TypeFLEXIBLE EXTENSION PLAIN
Extension Neck Length0.844 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Case TypeDUSTPROOF
Bulb Connection TypeUNION
Style DesignatorBULB W/O SOCKET
Scale TypeCONCENTRIC DIAL
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 7
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Plug in Unit,genera
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
361L72 PRIMARY Stewart-Warner Corporation (USA)
9005-3 Rockland, Inc. (USA)
Related Parts
3020-00-306-3064INTERCHANGEABLE
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GASKET SET
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ANCHOR,KIT
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CIRCUIT CARD ASSEMBLY
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SPACER,SLEEVE
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RING,RETAINING
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PLUG IN UNIT,GENERA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6685-00-948-6070?

NSN 6685-00-948-6070 is a Thermometer,indicating,capillary, manufactured by Stewart-Warner Corporation, classified under FSC 6685 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6685-00-948-6070?

NSN 6685-00-948-6070 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: 361L72 (Stewart-Warner Corporation), 9005-3 (Rockland, Inc.).

What NSN replaces 6685-00-948-6070?

There are 7 known substitutes for 6685-00-948-6070: 3020-00-306-3064, 5330-00-720-4773, 5340-01-201-0781 and 4 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 361L72?

Key specifications for 361L72: Bulb Quantity: 1; Bulb Style: PLAIN BULB W/BENDABLE EXTENSION; Pointer/pen Type and Quantity: 1 INDICATING SINGLE; Case Diameter: 2.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 22 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 6685-00-948-6070 still in active supply?

NSN 6685-00-948-6070 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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