Fuzes and Primers - United States (US)
Federal Supply Class (FSC): 1390
NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 1390
Federal Supply Group (FSG): 13 Ammunition and Explosives
NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 13 Ammunition and Explosives
Items Managed by United States (US) - NCB is 00 to 09
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NSN Format for Fuzes and Primers
Codified by United States
| 13 | 90 | 01 | XXX | XXXX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group FSG | Class | NCB | Identifier | ||||
| FSC Federal Supply Class | NIIN | ||||||
| NSN | |||||||
NATO Supply Class 1390 refers to Fuzes And Primers, which are components used in ammunition and explosives. This class is part of NATO Supply Group 13, which encompasses various items related to ammunition and explosives.
Fuzes are devices that initiate the detonation of explosives, typically found in artillery shells, bombs, and missiles. They are designed to control the timing and manner in which the explosive charge is detonated. Fuzes can be mechanical, electronic, or pyrotechnic in nature, depending on the specific application.
Primers, on the other hand, are small explosive charges used to ignite the main propellant charge in ammunition. They are typically found in cartridges for firearms, artillery shells, and other explosive devices. Primers are designed to provide a reliable and consistent ignition source for the main charge.
NATO Supply Class 1390 includes a wide range of fuzes and primers, each designed for specific types of ammunition and explosives. These components play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective functioning of military ordnance.
It's important to note that the classification system used by NATO helps standardize the identification and categorization of military supplies and equipment. This allows for efficient logistics and interoperability among NATO member countries.
Excludes Fuzes and Primers for ammunition not classified in Classes 1310, 1315, and 1320.
Note-Excluded from this group are items specially designed for nuclear ordnance application.
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 1390
- What is Federal Supply Class 1390?
- FSC 1390 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 1390) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Fuzes and Primers.
- What is NATO Supply Classification Class 1390?
- NSC 1390 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 1390 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Fuzes and Primers.
- Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 1390 in?
- FSC 1390 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 13 which contains Ammunition and Explosives.
- Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 1390 in?
- NSC 1390 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 13 which contains Ammunition and Explosives.
Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 1390
- Primer,Electric 31 Items
- Primer,Percussion 68 Items
- What is a Mechanical Time Fuze? 30 Items
- A Mechanical Time Fuze (FUZE,MECHANICAL TIME) is a fuze which is actuated by a clocklike mechanism preset to the desired time. Excludes FUZE, BOMB; FUZE, MINE; and FUZE, HAND GRENADE.
- What is a Mechanical Time And Superquick Fuze? 41 Items
- A Mechanical Time And Superquick Fuze (FUZE,MECHANICAL TIME AND SUPERQUICK) is a FUZE, MECHANICAL TIME containing an additional device designed to cause instantaneous activation as a result of impact. Excludes FUZE, BOMB; FUZE, MINE; and FUZE, HAND GRENADE.
- What is a Proximity Fuze? 99 Items
- A Proximity Fuze (FUZE,PROXIMITY) is a fuze wherein primary initiation occurs by sensing the presence, distance, and/or direction of the target through the characteristics of the target itself or its environment.
- What is a Point Detonating Fuze? 103 Items
- A Point Detonating Fuze (FUZE,POINT DETONATING) is a fuze which is located in the nose of a projectile and is designed to be actuated as a result of impact. Excludes FUZE, POINT DETONATING, SELF-DESTROYING; FUZE, BOMB; FUZE, MINE; and FUZE, HAND GRENADE.
- What is a Multioption Fuze? 20 Items
- A Multioption Fuze (FUZE,MULTIOPTION) is a selectable fuze consisting of an electronic circuitry, a power source (for example a reserve battery or a turbo generator), an impact mechanism and a dual safety arming mechanism. It is designed to function at an optimal distance from the target, determined by the mode selected. (Examples of mode include airburst, near surface burst, impact, delay after impact, and set time). The operational mode is selected at time of launching for the desired type of action. The fuze may also have a default autonomous mode as a backup in case no operational mode is selected.
- What is an Auxiliary Detonating Fuze? 22 Items
- An Auxiliary Detonating Fuze (FUZE,AUXILIARY DETONATING) is an item designed to be attached to the primary fuze. It contains a booster to augment the output of the primary fuze explosive train, and a safety and arming device which prevents detonation of the main explosive charge in the event of damage to the primary fuze.
- What is a Fuze Booster? 16 Items
- A Fuze Booster (BOOSTER,FUZE) is a cylindrical item containing an explosive material designed to relay and amplify the explosive components of a fuze and to cause detonation of the supplemental or main explosive charge of a projectile. When inert loaded, it may be used for training purposes. Excludes CUP, CHARGE.
- What is a Base Detonating Fuze? 19 Items
- A Base Detonating Fuze (FUZE,BASE DETONATING) is a fuze, located in the base of a projectile, designed to be activated as a result of impact. Excludes FUZE,BOMB; FUZE,MINE; FUZE,HAND GRENADE and FUZE,ROCKET.
- What is a Base Detonating Point Initiating Fuze? 11 Items
- A Base Detonating Point Initiating Fuze (FUZE,POINT INITIATING,BASE DETONATING) is a fuze, with initiating components located in the nose of a projectile and detonating components located in the base of a projectile, designed to be activated as a result of impact.
- What is an Electronic Time Fuze? 10 Items
- An Electronic Time Fuze (FUZE,ELECTRONIC TIME) is a fuze with an electronic oscillator as a time base and binary decades as count down circuitry. It contains a safe and arming mechanism and has explosive components. The function of the fuze is to provide an event at a preset time.
Stock Items From Supply Class 1390 Page 1 of 3
- 05521G1
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 5
- 1390-NA09
- RNCC: 6 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 9
- 1050AS413
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 3
- 2596876
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 1