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B-3-42CInsignia,shoulder Sleeve

Army Institute of Heraldry This Is an Original Design Activity Not a Mfr · NSN 8455-01-553-1302 · FSC 8455 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 8455-01-553-1302 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 8455-01-553-1302. Primary manufacturer part number: B-3-42C.
Features
  • Insignia,shoulder Sleeve — FSC 8455
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: VIII TYPE AND 4 STYLE AND 1 SIZE AND 8 CLASS
  • Attachment Method: SEW-ON
  • User Designator: ENLISTED WOMAN
  • Department Designation: US AIR FORCE
  • Rank for Which Designed: TECHNICAL SERGEANT
  • Procurement Group Code: 33009
  • 3 verified cross-references
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Insignia,shoulder Sleeve, cataloged under National Stock Number 8455-01-553-1302, is classified within Federal Supply Class 8455 (No Item Name Available) of the Clothing, Individual Equipment, and Insignia group. The primary manufacturer of record is Army Institute of Heraldry This Is an Original Design Activity Not a Mfr. Government technical data includes 6 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 4 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN8455-01-553-1302
Primary Part NumberB-3-42C
Item NameInsignia,shoulder Sleeve
FSC / FSG8455 / 84 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerArmy Institute of Heraldry This Is an Original Design Activity Not a Mfr
StatusCANCELLED
Nondefinitive Spec/std DataVIII TYPE AND 4 STYLE AND 1 SIZE AND 8 CLASS
Attachment MethodSEW-ON
User DesignatorENLISTED WOMAN
Department DesignationUS AIR FORCE
Rank for Which DesignedTECHNICAL SERGEANT
Procurement Group Code33009
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 4
8455-01-388-8180 INTERCHANGEABLE
Insignia,grade,enlisted Personne
8455-01-388-9530 INTERCHANGEABLE
Insignia,grade,enlisted Personne
8455-01-389-3507 INTERCHANGEABLE
Insignia,grade,enlisted Personne
8455-01-553-1511 INTERCHANGEABLE
Insignia,shoulder Sleeve
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
B-3-42C Army Institute of Heraldry This Is an Original Design Activity Not a Mfr (USA)
B-3-46A Army Institute of Heraldry This Is an Original Design Activity Not a Mfr (USA)
MIL-DTL-41651 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
Related Parts
8455-01-388-8180INTERCHANGEABLE
INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLISTED PERSONNE
8455-01-388-9530INTERCHANGEABLE
INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLISTED PERSONNE
8455-01-389-3507INTERCHANGEABLE
INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLISTED PERSONNE
8455-01-553-1511INTERCHANGEABLE
INSIGNIA,SHOULDER SLEEVE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 8455-01-553-1302?

NSN 8455-01-553-1302 is a Insignia,shoulder Sleeve, manufactured by Army Institute of Heraldry This Is an Original Design Activity Not a Mfr, classified under FSC 8455 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 8455-01-553-1302?

NSN 8455-01-553-1302 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: B-3-42C (Army Institute of Heraldry This Is an Original Design Activity Not a Mfr), B-3-46A (Army Institute of Heraldry This Is an Original Design Activity Not a Mfr), MIL-DTL-41651 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M).

What NSN replaces 8455-01-553-1302?

There are 4 known substitutes for 8455-01-553-1302: 8455-01-388-8180, 8455-01-388-9530, 8455-01-389-3507 and 1 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of B-3-42C?

Key specifications for B-3-42C: Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: VIII TYPE AND 4 STYLE AND 1 SIZE AND 8 CLASS; Special Features: SIZE DESIGNATION-SMALL;COLOR-AF GREY BACKGROUND, DARK EMBROIDERY; Attachment Method: SEW-ON; User Designator: ENLISTED WOMAN. 7 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 8455-01-553-1302 still in active supply?

NSN 8455-01-553-1302 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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