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58FMSThermometer,indicating,capillary

Bellofram Corporation · NSN 6685-00-983-2781 · FSC 6685 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6685-00-983-2781 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6685-00-983-2781. Primary manufacturer part number: 58FMS.
Features
  • Thermometer,indicating,capillary — FSC 6685
  • Features Provided: ZERO ADJUSTMENT
  • Scale Measurement Range: -20.000 TO 240.000 DEG FAHRENHEIT
  • Material: STEEL METER CASE
  • Material: COPPER ALLOY BULB
  • Scale Type: CONCENTRIC DIAL
  • Flexible Tube Length: 72.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Bulb Type: FLEXIBLE CAPILLARY
Applications
  • Applications requiring Steel Meter Case construction
General Description

The Thermometer,indicating,capillary, cataloged under National Stock Number 6685-00-983-2781, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6685 (No Item Name Available) of the Instruments and Laboratory Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Bellofram Corporation. Government technical data includes 24 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 3 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 5 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6685-00-983-2781
Primary Part Number58FMS
Item NameThermometer,indicating,capillary
FSC / FSG6685 / 66 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerBellofram Corporation
StatusACTIVE
Features ProvidedZERO ADJUSTMENT
Scale Measurement Range-20.000 TO 240.000 DEG FAHRENHEIT
MaterialSTEEL METER CASE
MaterialCOPPER ALLOY BULB
Scale TypeCONCENTRIC DIAL
Flexible Tube Length72.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Bulb TypeFLEXIBLE CAPILLARY
Indicator Connection MethodFLEXIBLE TUBE
Mounting Facility Type and Quantity1 FLUSH AND 1 PANEL AND 3 HOLE
Mounting Bolt Circle Diameter4.313 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Dial Diameter3.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Case TypeDUSTPROOF AND VAPORPROOF
Actuating MediumGAS
Scale Inscription/background ColorBLACK MARKING ON WHITE BACKGROUND
Active Portion Length10.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Unthreaded Mounting Hole Diameter0.219 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Bulb Overall Length11.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Scale Accuracy RatingPORM 5 DEG
Bulb Quantity1
Case Diameter4.860 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Active Portion Diameter0.625 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Pointer/pen Type and Quantity1 INDICATING SINGLE
Scale Smallest Increment5.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT
Bulb Connection TypeUNION
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 5
4510-00-451-2791SC3 INTERCHANGEABLE
Seat Unit,mixing Valve
Symmons Industries Inc
3455-00-455-544681828 INTERCHANGEABLE
Cutter Bit,tool Holder
Kennametal Inc.
6685-00-542-0924 INTERCHANGEABLE
Thermometer,indicating,capillary
2920-00-983-4203081828 INTERCHANGEABLE
Rotor,ignition Distributor
Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense
5133-01-045-4943 INTERCHANGEABLE
Drill,twist
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
81828 Teledyne Industries Inc Teledyne Fluid Systems Republic Business Unit (USA)
58FMS Desco Corp Marsh Bellofram Div (USA)
58FMS PRIMARY Bellofram Corporation (USA)
Related Parts
4510-00-451-2791INTERCHANGEABLE
SEAT UNIT,MIXING VALVE
SC3
3455-00-455-5446INTERCHANGEABLE
CUTTER BIT,TOOL HOLDER
81828
6685-00-542-0924INTERCHANGEABLE
THERMOMETER,INDICATING,CAPILLARY
2920-00-983-4203INTERCHANGEABLE
ROTOR,IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR
081828
5133-01-045-4943INTERCHANGEABLE
DRILL,TWIST

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6685-00-983-2781?

NSN 6685-00-983-2781 is a Thermometer,indicating,capillary, manufactured by Bellofram Corporation, classified under FSC 6685 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6685-00-983-2781?

NSN 6685-00-983-2781 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: 81828 (Teledyne Industries Inc Teledyne Fluid Systems Republic Business Unit), 58FMS (Desco Corp Marsh Bellofram Div), 58FMS (Bellofram Corporation).

What NSN replaces 6685-00-983-2781?

There are 5 known substitutes for 6685-00-983-2781: 4510-00-451-2791, 3455-00-455-5446, 6685-00-542-0924 and 2 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 58FMS?

Key specifications for 58FMS: Features Provided: ZERO ADJUSTMENT; Overall Width: 1.656 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Scale Measurement Range: -20.000 TO 240.000 DEG FAHRENHEIT; Material: STEEL METER CASE. 26 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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