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MIL-D-3464Desiccant,activated

Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M · NSN 6850-00-263-8640 · FSC 6850 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6850-00-263-8640 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6850-00-263-8640. Primary manufacturer part number: MIL-D-3464.
Features
  • Desiccant,activated — FSC 6850
  • Quantity Within Each Unit Package: 5.0 GALLONS
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 1 TYPE
  • Immediate Container Type: BAG
  • Sieve Particle Size Gradation Percentage: 0.0 MAXIMUM RETAINED 1/2 INCH AND 4.0 MAXIMUM PASSED NO. 80 IN
  • Moisture Indicator Impregnation: NOT INCLUDED
  • Immediate Container Quantity: 50
  • Quantity Within Each Immediate Container: 8
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Desiccant,activated, cataloged under National Stock Number 6850-00-263-8640, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6850 (No Item Name Available) of the Chemicals and Chemical Products group. The primary manufacturer of record is Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M. Government technical data includes 7 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. 10 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6850-00-263-8640
Primary Part NumberMIL-D-3464
Item NameDesiccant,activated
FSC / FSG6850 / 68 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerMilitary Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
StatusCANCELLED
Quantity Within Each Unit Package5.0 GALLONS
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data1 TYPE
Immediate Container TypeBAG
Sieve Particle Size Gradation Percentage0.0 MAXIMUM RETAINED 1/2 INCH AND 4.0 MAXIMUM PASSED NO. 80 IN
Moisture Indicator ImpregnationNOT INCLUDED
Immediate Container Quantity50
Quantity Within Each Immediate Container8
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 10
6850-00-194-3291 INTERCHANGEABLE
Desiccant,activated
6850-00-264-6568 INTERCHANGEABLE
Desiccant,activated
6850-00-264-6571 INTERCHANGEABLE
Desiccant,activated
6850-00-264-65728790670-1 INTERCHANGEABLE
Desiccant,activated
Combat Capabilities Development Command (ccdc) Armaments Center Dba Ccdc Div Us Army Research, Development and Engineering Command Armament
6850-00-264-65738790670-4 INTERCHANGEABLE
Desiccant,activated
Combat Capabilities Development Command (ccdc) Armaments Center Dba Ccdc Div Us Army Research, Development and Engineering Command Armament
6850-00-619-7804 INTERCHANGEABLE
Desiccant,activated
6850-00-809-7321 INTERCHANGEABLE
Desiccant,activated
6850-00-935-9794 INTERCHANGEABLE
Desiccant,activated
6850-00-965-2280 INTERCHANGEABLE
Desiccant,activated
6850-00-999-1094 INTERCHANGEABLE
Desiccant,activated
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
MIL-D-3464 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
PROTEK-SORB 121 Grace W R and Co Davison Chemical Div (USA)
Related Parts
6850-00-194-3291INTERCHANGEABLE
DESICCANT,ACTIVATED
6850-00-264-6568INTERCHANGEABLE
DESICCANT,ACTIVATED
6850-00-264-6571INTERCHANGEABLE
DESICCANT,ACTIVATED
6850-00-264-6572INTERCHANGEABLE
DESICCANT,ACTIVATED
8790670-1
6850-00-264-6573INTERCHANGEABLE
DESICCANT,ACTIVATED
8790670-4
6850-00-619-7804INTERCHANGEABLE
DESICCANT,ACTIVATED
6850-00-809-7321INTERCHANGEABLE
DESICCANT,ACTIVATED
6850-00-935-9794INTERCHANGEABLE
DESICCANT,ACTIVATED
6850-00-965-2280INTERCHANGEABLE
DESICCANT,ACTIVATED
6850-00-999-1094INTERCHANGEABLE
DESICCANT,ACTIVATED

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6850-00-263-8640?

NSN 6850-00-263-8640 is a Desiccant,activated, manufactured by Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M, classified under FSC 6850 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6850-00-263-8640?

NSN 6850-00-263-8640 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: MIL-D-3464 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), PROTEK-SORB 121 (Grace W R and Co Davison Chemical Div).

What NSN replaces 6850-00-263-8640?

There are 10 known substitutes for 6850-00-263-8640: 6850-00-194-3291, 6850-00-264-6568, 6850-00-264-6571 and 7 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of MIL-D-3464?

Key specifications for MIL-D-3464: Quantity Within Each Unit Package: 5.0 GALLONS; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 1 TYPE; Immediate Container Type: BAG; Sieve Particle Size Gradation Percentage: 0.0 MAXIMUM RETAINED 1/2 INCH AND 4.0 MAXIMUM PASSED NO. 80 IN. 7 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 6850-00-263-8640 still in active supply?

NSN 6850-00-263-8640 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

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