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4048Thermometer,self-Indicating,digi

Control Co · NSN 6685-01-487-4976 · FSC 6685 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6685-01-487-4976 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6685-01-487-4976. Primary manufacturer part number: 4048.
Features
  • Thermometer,self-Indicating,digi — FSC 6685
  • Environmental Attribute Code: NON-MERCURY ALTERNATIVE - MEDICAL PRODUCTS - THERMOMETERS
  • Material: PLASTIC METER CASE
  • Style Designator: HAND HELD
  • Display Type: LIQUID CRYSTAL
  • Display Digit Quantity: 3
  • Operating Temp Range: -50.0 TO 70.0 CELSIUS DEGC
  • Measurement Type: DIGITAL
Applications
  • Applications requiring Plastic Meter Case construction
General Description

The Thermometer,self-Indicating,digi, cataloged under National Stock Number 6685-01-487-4976, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6685 (No Item Name Available) of the Instruments and Laboratory Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Control Co. Government technical data includes 10 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. 10 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6685-01-487-4976
Primary Part Number4048
Item NameThermometer,self-Indicating,digi
FSC / FSG6685 / 66 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerControl Co
StatusACTIVE
Environmental Attribute CodeNON-MERCURY ALTERNATIVE - MEDICAL PRODUCTS - THERMOMETERS
MaterialPLASTIC METER CASE
Style DesignatorHAND HELD
Display TypeLIQUID CRYSTAL
Display Digit Quantity3
Operating Temp Range-50.0 TO 70.0 CELSIUS DEGC
Measurement TypeDIGITAL
Mounting Facility Type and Quantity1 SURFACE OR 1 WALL BRACKET
Switch Type and Quantity1 TOGGLE AND 2 PUSH BUTTON
Measurement Range-50.0 TO 70.0 DEG CELSIUS
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 10
5120-00-180-29374048 INTERCHANGEABLE
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
4048 CONT Thermo Electron Ltd (GBR)
4048 CONT Thermo Electron Cooperation (GBR)
4048 PRIMARY Control Co (USA)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6685-01-487-4976?

NSN 6685-01-487-4976 is a Thermometer,self-Indicating,digi, manufactured by Control Co, classified under FSC 6685 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6685-01-487-4976?

NSN 6685-01-487-4976 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: 4048 CONT (Thermo Electron Ltd), 4048 CONT (Thermo Electron Cooperation), 4048 (Control Co).

What NSN replaces 6685-01-487-4976?

There are 10 known substitutes for 6685-01-487-4976: 5120-00-180-2937, 4510-00-432-1801, 5120-00-878-6518 and 7 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 4048?

Key specifications for 4048: Overall Length: 4.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Environmental Attribute Code: NON-MERCURY ALTERNATIVE - MEDICAL PRODUCTS - THERMOMETERS; Special Features: ALKALINE BATTERY, SIZE AA; 10 FOOT CABLE; PROBE FT; Material: PLASTIC METER CASE. 14 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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