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KC173K6 — COUPLING,TUBE

✓ Government record, cited
— · HOSE FITTING
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

KC173K6: COUPLING,TUBE.

The COUPLING,TUBE is a the manufacturer industrial component. Key specifications include material: STEEL COMP 316 OVERALL, thread_class: 3A SECOND END A, connection_type: THREADED INTERNAL BOSS SECOND END, connection_style: GASKET SEAL (BOSS) SECOND END, special_features: KC173-C6, style_designator: RIGID, SHORT CENTER WRENCHING FACILITY. This part is cataloged in the U.S.

Government catalog under NSN 4730-01-268-9455, indicating validated use in U.S. government and defense logistics supply chains. Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels.

Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.

WHERE IT FITS
KC173K6
NSN: 4730-01-268-9455
FSC: 4730 — Hose, Pipe, Tube, Lubrication, and Railing Fittings
CAGE: 22264 — JOHN F KENNEDY SPACE CENTER DBA NASA DIV KENNEDY SPACE CENTER (USA)
SPECIFICATIONS
materialSTEEL COMP 316 OVERALL
thread_class3A SECOND END A
connection_typeTHREADED INTERNAL BOSS SECOND END
connection_styleGASKET SEAL (BOSS) SECOND END
special_featuresKC173-C6
style_designatorRIGID, SHORT CENTER WRENCHING FACILITY
nominal_thread_size0.562 INCHES FIRST END IN
nominal_overall_length1.888 INCHES IN
thread_series_designatorUNF FIRST END
criticality_code_justificationFEAT
nominal_outside_diameter_tube_accommodated0.375 INCHES FIRST END IN
NSN4730-01-268-9455
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
HOSE FITTING — THREAD TYPE IS CRITICAL END A: — STRAIGHT END B: — SPECIFICATIONS Thread: — Material: — Pressure: — PN: KC173K6 · OEM ⚠ VERIFY BEFORE ORDERING NPT ≠ BSPT — tapered threads look identical but are NOT interchangeable. Wrong thread = leak. JIC (37°) ≠ AN (37°) ≠ SAE 45° — flare angles must match exactly. Measure thread pitch with gauge — visual identification is unreliable ✓ BROKER TIP Always use thread sealant (PTFE tape or pipe compound) on tapered threads (NPT/BSPT). JIC/AN flare fittings seal metal-to-metal — never use tape on flare connections PARTSTABLE TECHNICAL DRAWING — NOT TO SCALE
KEY FEATURES
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CONNECTION STYLE: GASKET SEAL (BOSS) FIRST END
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NOMINAL OVERALL LENGTH: 1.888 INCHES IN
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CRITICALITY CODE JUSTIFICATION: FEAT
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CONNECTION TYPE: THREADED INTERNAL BOSS FIRST END
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STYLE DESIGNATOR: RIGID, SHORT CENTER WRENCHING FACILITY
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NOMINAL OUTSIDE DIAMETER TUBE ACCOMMODATED: 0.375 INCHES SECOND END IN
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
CONNECTION STYLEGASKET SEAL (BOSS) FIRST END
CONNECTION STYLEGASKET SEAL (BOSS) SECOND END
NOMINAL OVERALL LENGTH1.888 INCHES IN
CRITICALITY CODE JUSTIFICATIONFEAT
CONNECTION TYPETHREADED INTERNAL BOSS FIRST END
CONNECTION TYPETHREADED INTERNAL BOSS SECOND END
STYLE DESIGNATORRIGID, SHORT CENTER WRENCHING FACILITY
NOMINAL OUTSIDE DIAMETER TUBE ACCOMMODATED0.375 INCHES SECOND END IN
NOMINAL OUTSIDE DIAMETER TUBE ACCOMMODATED0.375 INCHES FIRST END IN
NOMINAL THREAD SIZE0.562 INCHES SECOND END IN
OTHER ITEMS IN FSC 4730 — Hose, Pipe, Tube, Lubrication, and Railing Fittings
Items in the same Federal Supply class. No interchangeability or substitution relationship is implied.
4730-00-000-1895 4730-00-000-4289 4730-00-000-4445 4730-00-000-8373 4730-00-000-8897 4730-00-001-0007 4730-00-001-0008
SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 2
KC173C6Reference document
Same NSN cross-reference
Reference document — Advisory reference — outside the item-of-supply concept
AS4349K06Reference document
Same NSN cross-reference
Reference document — Design control — primary reference
LIFECYCLE
NSN statusActive· U.S. Government catalog
No demilitarization required
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is KC173K6?
KC173K6 is a COUPLING,TUBE.
What parts can replace KC173K6?
There are 2 known substitutes for KC173K6: KC173C6, AS4349K06. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
What is the NSN for KC173K6?
KC173K6 is cataloged in the U.S. Government catalog under NSN 4730-01-268-9455. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.
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