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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

201LReceiver,infrared

3m Company Security Systems Div · NSN 6685-01-082-1697 · FSC 6685 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6685-01-082-1697 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6685-01-082-1697. Primary manufacturer part number: 201L.
Features
  • Receiver,infrared — FSC 6685
  • General Characteristics Item Description: DETECTS AT 6 FEET FROM HOT SPOT; SCANS AREA 12 FEET WIDE BY 8 FEET HIGH WITH THREE PASSES IN 10 SECONDS; GUN-SHAPED,PORTABLE,BATTERY-OPERATED; REGISTERS TEMP.DIFFERENCES WITH TWO FLASHING LIGHTS: RED LIGHT INDICATES WARMER,GREEN LIGHT INDICATES COOLER; LOW/HIGH SENSITIVITY SELECTOR FT
  • 2 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: 3m Company Security Systems Div
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Receiver,infrared, cataloged under National Stock Number 6685-01-082-1697, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6685 (No Item Name Available) of the Instruments and Laboratory Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is 3m Company Security Systems Div. Government technical data includes 1 verified specification, 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. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6685-01-082-1697
Primary Part Number201L
Item NameReceiver,infrared
FSC / FSG6685 / 66 — No Item Name Available
Manufacturer3m Company Security Systems Div
StatusACTIVE
General Characteristics Item DescriptionDETECTS AT 6 FEET FROM HOT SPOT; SCANS AREA 12 FEET WIDE BY 8 FEET HIGH WITH THREE PASSES IN 10 SECONDS; GUN-SHAPED,PORTABLE,BATTERY-OPERATED; REGISTERS TEMP.DIFFERENCES WITH TWO FLASHING LIGHTS: RED LIGHT INDICATES WARMER,GREEN LIGHT INDICATES COOLER; LOW/HIGH SENSITIVITY SELECTOR FT
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 2
5985-00-489-0599 INTERCHANGEABLE
Antenna
3110-00-554-2905102668-28 INTERCHANGEABLE
Bearing,ball,annular
Navair and Navsea Managed Original Design Activity Dwg Not Material/parts Supplier
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
201L 3m Company Security Systems Div (USA)
201L 3m Company (USA)
Related Parts
5985-00-489-0599INTERCHANGEABLE
ANTENNA
3110-00-554-2905INTERCHANGEABLE
BEARING,BALL,ANNULAR
102668-28

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6685-01-082-1697?

NSN 6685-01-082-1697 is a Receiver,infrared, manufactured by 3m Company Security Systems Div, classified under FSC 6685 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6685-01-082-1697?

NSN 6685-01-082-1697 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: 201L (3m Company Security Systems Div), 201L (3m Company).

What NSN replaces 6685-01-082-1697?

There are 2 known substitutes for 6685-01-082-1697: 5985-00-489-0599, 3110-00-554-2905. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 201L?

Key specifications for 201L: General Characteristics Item Description: DETECTS AT 6 FEET FROM HOT SPOT; SCANS AREA 12 FEET WIDE BY 8 FEET HIGH WITH THREE PASSES IN 10 SECONDS; GUN-SHAPED,PORTABLE,BATTERY-OPERATED; REGISTERS TEMP.DIFFERENCES WITH TWO FLASHING LIGHTS: RED LIGHT INDICATES WARMER,GREEN LIGHT INDICATES COOLER; LOW/HIGH SENSITIVITY SELECTOR FT; Special Features: HEAT DETECTOR. 2 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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