Additional Information for Ship and Marine Equipment
NATO Supply Group (NSG) 20, also known as Federal Supply Group (FSG) 20 in the United States, is a standardized classification system for various types of ship and marine equipment used by navies, merchant fleets, and other maritime organizations worldwide.
What does NSG 20 encompass?
NSG 20 categorizes a broad range of equipment essential for the operation and maintenance of ships and marine vessels. Here are some key categories within this group:
- Ship and Boat Propulsion Components (FSC 2010): Includes engines, propellers, transmission systems, and other components that generate and transmit power for propulsion.
- Rigging and Rigging Gear (FSC 2020): Encompasses masts, booms, ropes, cables, and other equipment used for lifting, lowering, and securing cargo and equipment on board.
- Deck Machinery (FSC 2030): Covers winches, cranes, capstans, and other machinery used for various tasks on deck, such as handling anchors, mooring lines, and cargo.
- Marine Hardware and Hull Items (FSC 2040): Includes hatches, doors, valves, railings, anchors, and other hardware components essential for the ship's structure and functionality.
- Buoys (FSC 2050): Covers various types of floating markers used for navigation, safety, and communication purposes.
- Miscellaneous Ship and Marine Equipment (FSC 2090): This category includes a broader range of items not specifically categorized elsewhere, such as life rafts, diving equipment, and navigation instruments.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Federal Supply Group 20
- What is Federal Supply Group 20?
- FSG 20 is the Federal Supply Group (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Group NSG 20) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Ship and Marine Equipment.
- What is NATO Supply Classification Group 20?
- NSG 20 is the NATO Supply Classification Group (also known as Federal Supply Group FSG 20 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Ship and Marine Equipment.
- Which Federal Supply Classes are in FSG 20?
- FSG 20 contains the following Federal Supply Classes (FSC) (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class [NSC]): 2010, 2060, 2040, 2050, 2090, 2030, 2020
- Which NATO Supply Classification Classes are in NSG 20?
- NSG 20 contains the following NATO Supply Classification Classes (NSC) (also known as Federal Supply Class [FSC] in the USA): 2010, 2060, 2040, 2050, 2090, 2030, 2020
- When did the transition from Federal Supply Groups (FSG) to NATO Supply Groups (NSG) occur?
- The transition from Federal Supply Groups (FSG) to NATO Supply Groups (NSG) occurred on January 1, 1997. This change was implemented to align the classification and coding systems used by NATO member countries for military supplies and equipment. Federal Supply Groups (FSG) are now obsolete.
Top 20 Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Group 20
- What is a Ship Propulsion Shaft? 1181 Items
- A Ship Propulsion Shaft (SHAFT,PROPULSION,SHIP) is a shaft used to transmit to the propeller the torque generated by the main engine of a ship and also to transfer the propeller thrust to the thrust block.
- What is a Ship Propeller Blade? 379 Items
- A Ship Propeller Blade (BLADE,PROPELLER,SHIP) is a hydrofoil, which is the thrust producing and major torque absorbing component of a ship propeller. It is provided with a suitable root section for assembly in a ship propeller hub. The hydrofoil section may be either helicoidal shaped radially disposed (variable pitch type), or straight faced (constant pitch type).
- What is a Marine Propeller? 2078 Items
- A Marine Propeller (PROPELLER,MARINE) is a propeller with two or more radial blades, designed to rotate and provide thrust for waterborne vessel or self-propelled underwater devices. It may be of solid or built-up construction; controllable, adjustable or fixed pitch design.
- What is a Fluked Marine Anchor? 702 Items
- A Fluked Marine Anchor (ANCHOR,MARINE,FLUKED) is an assembly with one or two fixed or pivoted hooks or flukes at its lower end that is attached to a ship or other floating vessel by a cable or a chain, and that, being cast overboard, lays hold of the bottom material and thus holds the ship or other floating vessel in a particular location.
- What is a Marine Fender? 955 Items
- A Marine Fender (FENDER,MARINE) is a device, fixed or portable, serving to cushion the shocks and protect the hull when a vessel comes in contact with a wharf or another vessel.
- What is a Pad Eye? 376 Items
- A Pad Eye is a rigid, metal, platelike item with an edgewise projection containing one or more openings. The opening is usually round or elliptical in shape. It is normally welded, bolted, or otherwise fixed to a structure. It is used as a catch or point of attachment for other items such as hooks, rope, and the like. Excludes, STAPLE, HASP; STRIKE, CATCH; and BRACKET, EYE, NON ROTATING SHAFT. See also ADAPTER (1), AIRCRAFT MOORING; ADAPTER (1), AIRCRAFT TOWING; TOWING EYE, AIRCRAFT; BOLT, EYE; COUPLER (as modified); and HASP, HINGED.
- What is a Marine Structural Metal Door? 2277 Items
- A Marine Structural Metal Door (DOOR,METAL,MARINE STRUCTURAL) is a barrier including frame and still used wherever watertight or airtight construction is required. May also be used where local conditions require construction which is nontight. Excludes HATCH,MARINE.
- What is a Marine Hatch? 978 Items
- A Marine Hatch (HATCH,MARINE) is a rectangular or square shaped item with cover to be fitted in a deck or platform hatchway opening, used for access to other decks, or platforms or levels. The item may contain a marine scuttle. Excludes DOOR, METAL, MARINE STRUCTURAL.
- What is a Deck Railing Stanchion? 354 Items
- A Deck Railing Stanchion (STANCHION,DECK RAILING) is arelatively long deck mounted upright support, which, together with horizontal cables, rope, or rails, form a deck railing. For relatively short handrail stanchions which provide finger clearance only, see STANCHION, HANDRAIL.
- What is an Air Circulating Ventilator? 378 Items
- An Air Circulating Ventilator (VENTILATOR,AIR CIRCULATING) is a device designed to allow ventilation without excessive drafts. It may consist of either a deflector or louvers, stationary or adjustable to deflect the direction of air flow. Excludes items with fans.
- What is a Marine Window? 1899 Items
- A Marine Window (WINDOW,MARINE) is a single or multi-piece item(s), curved or flat, with or without frame(s), of transparent material. Designed for mounting in a boat or ship cabin, door, bridge or the like, for protection from water, wind and other foreign matter and to allow visibility.
- What is a Marine Door Dog? 584 Items
- A Marine Door Dog (DOG,DOOR,MARINE) is a mechanical device designed to hold, grip, or fasten a barrier to an opening in the hull of a vessel.
- What is a Windshield Wiper Blade? 478 Items
- A Windshield Wiper Blade (BLADE,WINDSHIELD WIPER) is a part usually in the form of a squeegee attached to the ARM, WINDSHIELD WIPER for wiping a transparent surface.
- What is a Windshield Wiper Arm? 426 Items
- A Windshield Wiper Arm (ARM,WINDSHIELD WIPER) is an arm, usually metal, designed to mount the BLADE, WINDSHIELD WIPER and transmit motion from the driving member.
- What is a Hydraulic Accumulator? 379 Items
- A Hydraulic Accumulator (ACCUMULATOR,HYDRAULIC) is an accumulator in which liquids are stored under pressure for momentary energy in a hydraulic system. Excludes ACCUMULATOR, HYDRAULIC, SQUIB ACTUATED.
- What is a Marine Window? 1899 Items
- A Marine Window (WINDOW,MARINE) is a single or multi-piece item(s), curved or flat, with or without frame(s), of transparent material. Designed for mounting in a boat or ship cabin, door, bridge or the like, for protection from water, wind and other foreign matter and to allow visibility.
- What is a Windshield Wiper Assembly? 494 Items
- A Windshield Wiper Assembly is aSSEMBLY CONSISTS OF THE WIPER BLADES, ARM, MOTOR, HEATER AND OTHER NECESSARY ITEMS FOR ATTACHMENT. MAY INCLUDE WIRING. DOES NOT INCLUDE THE CONTROLLER MECHANISM.
- Modification Kit,Miscellaneous Ship And Marine Equipment 2133 Items
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