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C162Cylinder,compressed Gas,argon

Harsco Corporation · NSN 8120-00-181-7618 · FSC 8120 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 8120-00-181-7618 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 8120-00-181-7618. Primary manufacturer part number: C162.
Features
  • Cylinder,compressed Gas,argon — FSC 8120
  • Neck Closure: PROVIDED
  • Cross Section Outside Diameter: 9.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Thread Size and Series/type Designator: 3/4-14 NGT INTERNAL
  • Part B Color Code: WHITE
  • Neck Thread Location: INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL
  • Spec/std Controlling Agency: MIL
  • Department of Transportation Cylinder Identifying Number: 3A2265
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Cylinder,compressed Gas,argon, cataloged under National Stock Number 8120-00-181-7618, is classified within Federal Supply Class 8120 (No Item Name Available) of the Containers, Packaging, and Packing Supplies group. The primary manufacturer of record is Harsco Corporation. Government technical data includes 28 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. 3 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN8120-00-181-7618
Primary Part NumberC162
Item NameCylinder,compressed Gas,argon
FSC / FSG8120 / 81 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerHarsco Corporation
StatusCANCELLED
Neck ClosurePROVIDED
Cross Section Outside Diameter9.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Thread Size and Series/type Designator3/4-14 NGT INTERNAL
Part B Color CodeWHITE
Neck Thread LocationINTERNAL AND EXTERNAL
Spec/std Controlling AgencyMIL
Department of Transportation Cylinder Identifying Number3A2265
Body Color CodeGRAY/GREY
Color Coded Gas TypeARGON
Thread Size and Series/type Designator3 1/8-11 NS EXTERNAL NS
Neck ClosurePROVIDED
Capacity Rating243.000 CUBIC FEET NOMINAL
Cross Section Outside Diameter9.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Shatterproof FeatureNOT INCLUDED
Body Color CodeGRAY/GREY
Part a Color CodeGRAY/GREY
Cylinder Style DesignatorBOTTLE TYPE
Government Type NumberV11-581-2
Thread Size and Series/type Designator3/4-14 NGT INTERNAL
Department of Transportation Cylinder Identifying Number3A2265
Part C Color CodeGRAY/GREY
Spec/std Controlling AgencyMIL
Shatterproof FeatureNOT INCLUDED
Spec/std Identifying NumberMIL-V-2/11 SPECIFICATION (INCLUDES ENGINEERING TYPE BULLETINS, BROCHURES,ETC., THAT REFLECT SPECIFICATION TYPE DATA IN SPECIFICATION FORMAT; EXCLUDES COMMERCIAL CATALOGS, INDUSTRY DIRECTORIES, AND SIMILAR TRADE PUBLICATIONS, REFLECTING GENERAL TYPE DATA ON CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS AND TEST CONDITIONS THAT ARE SHOWN AS "TYPICAL", "AVERAGE", "NOMINAL", ETC.).
Part C Color CodeGRAY/GREY
Neck Thread LocationINTERNAL AND EXTERNAL
Spec/std Identifying NumberMIL-V-2/11 SPECIFICATION (INCLUDES ENGINEERING TYPE BULLETINS, BROCHURES,ETC., THAT REFLECT SPECIFICATION TYPE DATA IN SPECIFICATION FORMAT; EXCLUDES COMMERCIAL CATALOGS, INDUSTRY DIRECTORIES, AND SIMILAR TRADE PUBLICATIONS, REFLECTING GENERAL TYPE DATA ON CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS AND TEST CONDITIONS THAT ARE SHOWN AS "TYPICAL", "AVERAGE", "NOMINAL", ETC.).
Part B Color CodeWHITE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
3030-00-011-8740C162 INTERCHANGEABLE
Belts,v,matched Set
Goodrich Corporation
4130-00-391-0428SC10-44 INTERCHANGEABLE
Filter-Drier,refrigerant
Mcintire Company Dba Western Progress
4940-00-411-3153 INTERCHANGEABLE
Cutter,sewer Cleani
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
C162 Harsco Corporation (USA)
MILC11724 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
Related Parts
3030-00-011-8740INTERCHANGEABLE
BELTS,V,MATCHED SET
C162
4130-00-391-0428INTERCHANGEABLE
FILTER-DRIER,REFRIGERANT
SC10-44
4940-00-411-3153INTERCHANGEABLE
CUTTER,SEWER CLEANI

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 8120-00-181-7618?

NSN 8120-00-181-7618 is a Cylinder,compressed Gas,argon, manufactured by Harsco Corporation, classified under FSC 8120 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 8120-00-181-7618?

NSN 8120-00-181-7618 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: C162 (Harsco Corporation), MILC11724 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M).

What NSN replaces 8120-00-181-7618?

There are 3 known substitutes for 8120-00-181-7618: 3030-00-011-8740, 4130-00-391-0428, 4940-00-411-3153. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of C162?

Key specifications for C162: Neck Closure: PROVIDED; Cross Section Outside Diameter: 9.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Thread Size and Series/type Designator: 3/4-14 NGT INTERNAL; Part B Color Code: WHITE. 30 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 8120-00-181-7618 still in active supply?

NSN 8120-00-181-7618 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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