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20T2504Thermometer,indicating,capillary

Palmer Johnson Distributors Inc · NSN 6685-00-971-1248 · FSC 6685 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6685-00-971-1248 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6685-00-971-1248. Primary manufacturer part number: 20T2504.
Features
  • Thermometer,indicating,capillary — FSC 6685
  • Active Portion Length: 1.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Flexible Tube Length: 48.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Scale Type: DIAL
  • Material: COPPER BULB
  • Scale Inscription/background Color: WHITE MARKINGS ON BLACK BACKGROUND
  • Active Portion Diameter: 0.340 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Actuating Medium: WATER
Applications
  • Applications requiring Copper Bulb construction
General Description

The Thermometer,indicating,capillary, cataloged under National Stock Number 6685-00-971-1248, 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 Johnson Distributors Inc. Government technical data includes 14 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 4 commercial cross-references from 3 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6685-00-971-1248
Primary Part Number20T2504
Item NameThermometer,indicating,capillary
FSC / FSG6685 / 66 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerPalmer Johnson Distributors Inc
StatusACTIVE
Active Portion Length1.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Flexible Tube Length48.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Scale TypeDIAL
MaterialCOPPER BULB
Scale Inscription/background ColorWHITE MARKINGS ON BLACK BACKGROUND
Active Portion Diameter0.340 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Actuating MediumWATER
Scale Smallest Increment10.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT
Indicator Connection MethodRIGID STEM
Bulb TypeBENDABLE PLAIN
Pointer/pen Type and Quantity1 INDICATING SINGLE
Bulb Quantity1
Bulb Overall Length2.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Bulb Connection TypeTHREADED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 2
6620-01-229-6478 INTERCHANGEABLE
Indicator,engine Temperature
5130-01-544-3227170.181 INTERCHANGEABLE
Grinder,portable
Desco Manufacturing Company Div Desco Manufacturing Co. Inc.
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
00170-0181 Harsco Corp Bmy-Combat Systems Div (USA)
2OT21 Enovation Controls Llc (USA)
20T2504 PRIMARY Palmer Johnson Distributors Inc (USA)
170-181 Harsco Corp Bmy-Combat Systems Div (USA)
Related Parts
6620-01-229-6478INTERCHANGEABLE
INDICATOR,ENGINE TEMPERATURE
5130-01-544-3227INTERCHANGEABLE
GRINDER,PORTABLE
170.181

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6685-00-971-1248?

NSN 6685-00-971-1248 is a Thermometer,indicating,capillary, manufactured by Palmer Johnson Distributors Inc, classified under FSC 6685 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6685-00-971-1248?

NSN 6685-00-971-1248 has 4 cross-referenced part numbers: 00170-0181 (Harsco Corp Bmy-Combat Systems Div), 2OT21 (Enovation Controls Llc), 20T2504 (Palmer Johnson Distributors Inc), 170-181 (Harsco Corp Bmy-Combat Systems Div).

What NSN replaces 6685-00-971-1248?

There are 2 known substitutes for 6685-00-971-1248: 6620-01-229-6478, 5130-01-544-3227. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 20T2504?

Key specifications for 20T2504: Active Portion Length: 1.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Flexible Tube Length: 48.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Scale Type: DIAL; Material: COPPER BULB. 15 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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