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HB256CLASS1SIZE1-5INBrush,varnish

Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC · NSN 8020-00-242-4686 · FSC 8020 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 8020-00-242-4686 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 8020-00-242-4686. Primary manufacturer part number: HB256CLASS1SIZE1-5IN.
Features
  • Brush,varnish — FSC 8020
  • Angular Edge: NOT INCLUDED
  • Stock Exposed Length: 1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 1 CLASS AND 1.500 IN. SIZE IN
  • Stock Shape at Ferrule: FLAT
  • Stock Thickness: 0.406 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Edge Type: CHISELED
  • Stock Width: 1.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Brush,varnish, cataloged under National Stock Number 8020-00-242-4686, is classified within Federal Supply Class 8020 (No Item Name Available) of the Brushes, Paints, Sealers, and Adhesives group. The primary manufacturer of record is Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC. 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. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN8020-00-242-4686
Primary Part NumberHB256CLASS1SIZE1-5IN
Item NameBrush,varnish
FSC / FSG8020 / 80 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerFederal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC
StatusCANCELLED
Angular EdgeNOT INCLUDED
Stock Exposed Length1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data1 CLASS AND 1.500 IN. SIZE IN
Stock Shape at FerruleFLAT
Stock Thickness0.406 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Edge TypeCHISELED
Stock Width1.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 12
8020-00-242-4685 INTERCHANGEABLE
Brush,varnish
8020-00-260-1298 INTERCHANGEABLE
Brush,paint
8020-00-260-1301 INTERCHANGEABLE
Brush,paint
8020-00-260-130438B5140 INTERCHANGEABLE
Brush,paint
Federal Prison Industries, Inc
8020-00-260-1305 INTERCHANGEABLE
Brush,paint
8020-00-262-9084608-1 INTERCHANGEABLE
Brush,varnish
Jason Incorporated Dba Osborn International a Unit of Jason
8020-00-263-3866 INTERCHANGEABLE
Brush,paint
8020-00-263-3867 INTERCHANGEABLE
Brush,paint
8020-00-263-3870RE 002633870 INTERCHANGEABLE
Brush,varnish
Defense Logistics Agency Dba Defense Supply Center Philadelphia
8020-00-263-3871 INTERCHANGEABLE
Brush,varnish
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
HB256CLASS1SIZE1-5IN Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC (USA)
MS16865 Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
Related Parts
8020-00-242-4685INTERCHANGEABLE
BRUSH,VARNISH
8020-00-260-1298INTERCHANGEABLE
BRUSH,PAINT
8020-00-260-1301INTERCHANGEABLE
BRUSH,PAINT
8020-00-260-1304INTERCHANGEABLE
BRUSH,PAINT
38B5140
8020-00-260-1305INTERCHANGEABLE
BRUSH,PAINT
8020-00-262-9084INTERCHANGEABLE
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608-1
8020-00-263-3866INTERCHANGEABLE
BRUSH,PAINT
8020-00-263-3867INTERCHANGEABLE
BRUSH,PAINT
8020-00-263-3870INTERCHANGEABLE
BRUSH,VARNISH
RE 002633870
8020-00-263-3871INTERCHANGEABLE
BRUSH,VARNISH
8020-00-281-2710INTERCHANGEABLE
BRUSH,VARNISH
8020-00-559-9842INTERCHANGEABLE
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 8020-00-242-4686?

NSN 8020-00-242-4686 is a Brush,varnish, manufactured by Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC, classified under FSC 8020 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 8020-00-242-4686?

NSN 8020-00-242-4686 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: HB256CLASS1SIZE1-5IN (Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC), MS16865 (Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M).

What NSN replaces 8020-00-242-4686?

There are 12 known substitutes for 8020-00-242-4686: 8020-00-242-4685, 8020-00-260-1298, 8020-00-260-1301 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of HB256CLASS1SIZE1-5IN?

Key specifications for HB256CLASS1SIZE1-5IN: Angular Edge: NOT INCLUDED; Stock Exposed Length: 1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 1 CLASS AND 1.500 IN. SIZE IN; Stock Shape at Ferrule: FLAT. 7 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 8020-00-242-4686 still in active supply?

NSN 8020-00-242-4686 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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