FSG 40 Rope, Cable, Chain, and Fittings

Question 1

What is Federal Supply Group 40?

Accepted Answer

FSG 40 is the Federal Supply Group (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Group NSG 40) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Rope, Cable, Chain, and Fittings.

Question 2

What is NATO Supply Classification Group 40?

Accepted Answer

NSG 40 is the NATO Supply Classification Group (also known as Federal Supply Group FSG 40 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Rope, Cable, Chain, and Fittings.

Question 3

Which Federal Supply Classes are in FSG 40?

Accepted Answer

FSG 40 contains the following Federal Supply Classes (FSC) (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class [NSC]): 4020,4010,4030,4080

Question 4

Which NATO Supply Classification Classes are in NSG 40?

Accepted Answer

NSG 40 contains the following NATO Supply Classification Classes (NSC) (also known as Federal Supply Class [FSC] in the USA): 4020,4010,4030,4080

Question 5

When did the transition from Federal Supply Groups (FSG) to NATO Supply Groups (NSG) occur?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

What is a Houseline?

Accepted Answer

A Houseline is a small line of three strands laid left handed, for seizing.

Question 7

What is a Marline?

Accepted Answer

A Marline is a small line of two strands twisted loosely left handed, used for seizing and as a covering for wire rope.

Question 8

What is a Roundline?

Accepted Answer

A Roundline is a three stranded line of balanced twist construction used for seizings.

Question 9

What is a Single Leg Fiber Rope Assembly?

Accepted Answer

A Single Leg Fiber Rope Assembly (FIBER ROPE ASSEMBLY,SINGLE LEG) is an assembly of fiber rope with or without terminal attachments in a continuous run from end to end. (If without attachments, one end must terminate in a loop.) It may contain intermediate and/or end attachments such as sliding or fixed ring(s) or hook(s).

Question 10

What is an Elastic Cord?

Accepted Answer

An Elastic Cord (CORD,ELASTIC) is an item composed of one or more elastic strands encased within a layer or layers of braid.  It is generally used for shock absorbing and exercising cord.  It may be straight cord or endless ring type.  Excludes garters and CORD, ELASTIC, PARACHUTE PACK OPENING.

Question 11

What is a Lacing And Tying Tape?

Accepted Answer

A Lacing And Tying Tape (TAPE,LACING AND TYING) is a narrow textile material fabricated on a braiding machine and treated with penetrating wax or similar substance which enters the interstices of the material from surface to surface.

Question 12

What is a Fibrous Cord?

Accepted Answer

A Fibrous Cord (CORD,FIBROUS) is a braided cordage item (or twisted fiber glass item) of any diameter with or without a core (includes natural or synthetic fibers). Excludes items with fittings; LINE (as modified). See also TWINE, FIBROUS and ROPE, FIBROUS.

Question 13

What is a Ratline?

Accepted Answer

A Ratline is a small, usually three stranded, tarred rope used for ratlines. One of the small transverse ropes attached to the shrouds and forming the steps of a rope ladder.

Question 14

What is a Fibrous Rope?

Accepted Answer

A Fibrous Rope (ROPE,FIBROUS) is an assemblage of fibers or filaments (includes natural or synthetic fibers with the exception of asbestos) in the form of a continuous cylindrical length, 1/8 inch (3.175 mm) or over in nominal diameter. It is stranded construction made by twisting or laying together 3 or more strands in which each successive twist direction is in the opposite direction to the preceding twist. See also TWINE, FIBROUS; and CORD, FIBROUS. Excludes items with fittings or loop ends; HOUSELINE; RATLINE; ROPE, ASBESTOS; ROUNDLINE; SEIZING STUFF; YACHT MARLINE; ROPE; WIRE; and FIBER (as modified).

Question 15

What is a Seizing Stuff?

Accepted Answer

A Seizing Stuff is a hemp, jute, or sisal cordage specialty sometimes known to the trade as wormline.

Question 16

What is a Fibrous Twine?

Accepted Answer

A Fibrous Twine (TWINE,FIBROUS) is an assemblage of twisted fibers or filaments, usually designated by commercial number, in the form of a continuos cylindrical length, either of single yarn construction or of a ply yarn construction (includes natural or synthetic fibers). It also includes twisted items of multistrand construction. See also CORD, FIBROUS. Excludes HOUSELINE; MARLINE; RATLINE; ROPE, FIBROUS; ROUNDLINE; SEIZING STUFF; THREAD (as modified); YACHT MARLINE; and YARN.

Question 17

What is a Fibrous Cord Assembly?

Accepted Answer

A Fibrous Cord Assembly (CORD ASSEMBLY,FIBROUS) is a definite continuous length of CORD, FIBROUS having one or both ends processed and/or terminated in fittings which provide for connection to another item. It may have intermediate attachments, such as sliding or fixed ring(s) or hook(s).

Question 18

What is a Fiber Rope Assembly Set?

Accepted Answer

A Fiber Rope Assembly Set is an item consisting of two or more FIBER ROPE ASSEMBLY, SINGLE LEG. It may include such items as marker tags.

Question 19

What is a Lacing Cord?

Accepted Answer

A Lacing Cord (CORD,LACING) is a plastics monofilament or extruded sheath with a core specifically designed to bind cable forms. Excludes YARD and CORD, FIBROUS.

Question 20

What is an Elastic Cord Assembly?

Accepted Answer

An Elastic Cord Assembly (CORD ASSEMBLY,ELASTIC) is a definite continuous length of CORD, ELASTIC having one or both ends processed and/or terminated in fittings which provide for connection to another item. It may have intermediate attachments, such as sliding or fixed ring(s) or hook(s). Excludes STRAP, TARPALIN.

Question 21

What is an Industrial Faceshield Headband?

Accepted Answer

An Industrial Faceshield Headband (HEADBAND,FACESHIELD,INDUSTRIAL) is a narrow band or harness designed to be attached to the faceshield visor and fit around the head to hold the faceshield in position. t may be adjustable in size. A replacement component for FACESHIELD,INDUSTRIAL.

Question 22

What is a Guy?

Accepted Answer

A Guy is an assembly consisting of a wire, rope, cable or chain, and the necessary clamp(s), fitting(s) or insulator(s) specifically designed for attaching to an anchor rod or solid foundation at one end and to a pole, mast, tower or anchor and/or anchor rod, for the purpose of mechanical support. See also WIRE ROPE ASSEMBLY, SINGLE LEG; and CHAIN ASSEMBLY, SINGLE LEG.

Question 23

What is a Weldless Chain?

Accepted Answer

A Weldless Chain (CHAIN,WELDLESS) is a series of like metal links interconnected by bending ends through or over the adjacent unit. This does not include chain with attachments or terminations. See also CHAIN, STUD LINK and CHAIN, BEAD.

Question 24

What is a Welded Chain?

Accepted Answer

A Welded Chain (CHAIN,WELDED) is a series of like size welded metal links interconnected to form a flexible continuation of the links. This does not include chain with attachments or terminations. See also CHAIN, STUD LINK.

Question 25

What is a Stud Link Chain?

Accepted Answer

A Stud Link Chain (CHAIN,STUD LINK) is a series of like metal links with studs, interconnected to form a flexible continuation. Each link has a short distance piece, worked at its mid-length, at right angles to its major axis in order to maintain the link shape. This does not include chain with attachments or terminations. See also CHAIN, WELDED and CHAIN, WELDLESS.

Question 26

What is a Connecting Chain Link?

Accepted Answer

A Connecting Chain Link (LINK,CHAIN,CONNECTING) is a metal item in two halves in the shape of a letter C which are fixed together permanently by placing the two halves together and peening over the pins which are an integral part of the item. Excludes LINK, ROLLER CHAIN.

Question 27

What is a Swing Chain Link?

Accepted Answer

A Swing Chain Link (LINK,CHAIN,SWING) is a metal item in two halves making a figure 8 which is pivoted at the center for quick assembly of two parts. Excludes LINK, CHAIN, DETACHABLE.

Question 28

What is a Cold Shut Chain Link?

Accepted Answer

A Cold Shut Chain Link (LINK,CHAIN,COLD SHUT) is a split triangular shaped item, having an eye at one end. It is designed to form a loop by driving the opposite end through the eye and peening over. It is used for making repairs or fastening on attachments.

Question 29

What is an End Chain Link?

Accepted Answer

An End Chain Link (LINK,CHAIN,END) is a metal loop in various shapes and styles other than circular, forged or welded in one piece, usually used on the end of an item for attaching other parts. May also be used with thimble(s) or shackle(s) on the end of wire or fiber rope. Excludes LINK, CHAIN CONNECTING; and LINK, CHAIN, LAP.

Question 30

What is a Bead Chain?

Accepted Answer

A Bead Chain (CHAIN,BEAD) is a series of hollow ball-shaped units interconnected by short pieces of wire in the form of "dumbbells". Each knob end of wire is inclosed by a ball making an extremely flexible continuation. This does not include chain with attachments or terminations. For chain(s) with attachments or terminations, use CHAIN ASSEMBLY, SINGLE LEG.

Question 31

What is a Single Leg Wire Rope Assembly?

Accepted Answer

A Single Leg Wire Rope Assembly (WIRE ROPE ASSEMBLY,SINGLE LEG) is an assembly consisting of wire rope, with terminal attachment(s) and/or end loop(s), in a continuous run from end to end. (If without attachments, one end must terminate in a loop.) It may contain one or more intermediate and/or end attachments such as sliding or fixed ring(s), hook(s), or the like. For items specifically designed for aviation, see WIRE ROPE ASSEMBLY, SINGLE LEG, AVIATION. Excludes CONTROL ASSEMBLY, PUSH-PULL.

Question 32

What is a Single Leg Chain Assembly?

Accepted Answer

A Single Leg Chain Assembly (CHAIN ASSEMBLY,SINGLE LEG) is an assembly of chain(s) with attachment(s) in a continuous run from end to end. It may contain one or more intermediate and/or end attachments such as sliding or fixed ring(s), swivel(s), or hook(s), etc..

Question 33

What is a Wire Cord?

Accepted Answer

A Wire Cord is three or more wires braided or woven together without a core to form a rope or cord like item. See also BRAID, WIRE.

Question 34

What is a Guy Set?

Accepted Answer

A Guy Set is a grouping of guys not all alike. See GUY as defined.

Question 35

What is a Wire Rope Assembly Set?

Accepted Answer

A Wire Rope Assembly Set is an item consisting of two or more WIRE ROPE ASSEMBLY, SINGLE LEG. It may include such items as marker tags.

Question 36

What is a Lap Chain Link?

Accepted Answer

A Lap Chain Link (LINK,CHAIN,LAP) is an item with an open overlapping joint.

Question 37

What is a Wire Rope?

Accepted Answer

A Wire Rope (ROPE,WIRE) is three or more metallic strands twisted helically together around a fiber, metallic, or combination wire and fiber core. Excludes items rated for electric current carrying applications.

Question 38

What is a Wire Strand?

Accepted Answer

A Wire Strand (STRAND,WIRE) is three or more wires twisted helically around each other, or they may be twisted in concentric layers around a single wire or fiber center. Outside layers of wires may be interlocked, forming a smooth outside surface. Strand may be marline or strip steel clad. Excludes items rated for electric current carrying applications.

Question 39

What is a Nonmetallic Chain?

Accepted Answer

A Nonmetallic Chain (CHAIN,NONMETALLIC) is an assembly of identical, flexibly interconnected nonmetallic links. Excludes chains with terminations.

Question 40

What is a Detachable Chain Link Parts Kit?

Accepted Answer

A Detachable Chain Link Parts Kit (PARTS KIT,LINK,CHAIN,DETACHABLE) is a collection of different items such as chain link pins, bushings, teeth, split pins and the like used for assembly/interconnection or for replacement of worn replaceable chain links.

Question 41

What is a Transition Link Chain?

Accepted Answer

A Transition Link Chain (CHAIN,TRANSITION LINK) is a series of unlike links interconnected to form a flexible continuation. Excludes chains with attachments or terminations.

Question 42

What is a Wire Rope Cover?

Accepted Answer

A Wire Rope Cover (COVER,WIRE ROPE) is a nonmetallic item used to inclose a wire rope around its circumference and along its length to protect the wire rope from dust and moisture, and prevent the wire rope from damaging other items. It may be preformed or it may have facilities for attaching item into position. Excludes items specifically designed for insulation.

Question 43

What is a Detachable Link?

Accepted Answer

A Detachable Link (LINK,DETACHABLE) is a metal link made in two or more pieces, held securely together by means of a locking pin or other device but may taken apart for reuse. It is used to connect a chain and/or a cable and/or a rope and/or a strap, and the like. Excludes transmission chain links.

Question 44

What is a Guy Protector?

Accepted Answer

A Guy Protector (PROTECTOR,GUY) is a shield or a guard designed to be attached to an item for the purpose of protecting the item and/or people from possible damage or injury.

Question 45

What is an Anchor Rod?

Accepted Answer

An Anchor Rod (ROD,ANCHOR) is a straight shank bar of circular cross section, having one end straight or angled and designed with an eye(s) or other provisions for securing a guy wire, cable, or rope. The opposite end is externally threaded or otherwise provided with a means of attaching to another item or a solid foundation. Has no designed means of anchoring into the ground. Excludes threaded end types with oval eye or round eye, for which, see BOLT, EYE.

Question 46

What is a Bead Chain Coupling?

Accepted Answer

A Bead Chain Coupling (COUPLING,BEAD CHAIN) is a device used to connect the ends of two different items by attaching to their end terminations.

Question 47

What is a Barrel Hook?

Accepted Answer

A Barrel Hook (HOOK,BARREL) is a device formed with a wide lip to grab the lip of an item.

Question 48

What is a Grab Hook?

Accepted Answer

A Grab Hook (HOOK,GRAB) is a metal hook formed with a relatively narrow throat which grabs a chain link and prevents the chain loop tightening when load is applied.

Question 49

What is a Slip Hook?

Accepted Answer

A Slip Hook (HOOK,SLIP) is a metal hook with a relatively wide throat to permit chain or line reeve through and tighten when load is applied.

Question 50

What is a S Chain Hook?

Accepted Answer

A S Chain Hook (HOOK,CHAIN,S) is a wire formed in the shape of the letter S, used to attach wire chain to other objects.

Question 51

What is a Wire Rope Socket?

Accepted Answer

A Wire Rope Socket (SOCKET,WIRE ROPE) is a funnel-shaped receptacle or basket, designed to hold the end of an item when secured by molten metal or by a wedge. Extending from the upper surface of the basket is a closed loop, a stud end, or two clevis-type prongs or jaws with ends perforated to receive a pin attaching the device to another item. See also TERMINAL, WIRE ROPE (as modified).

Question 52

What is a Guy Anchor?

Accepted Answer

A Guy Anchor (ANCHOR,GUY) is an anchor which may be any one of several designs, such as a ribbed cone, an assembly of expanding blade or plates, or a helical balde or spring. The item must have either an integral driving rod or accommodations for affixing a driving rod which may not be included. It may include a cable assembly which facilitates installation and is an integral part of the item. Does not include guy wire(s) or rope(s). Excludes POST, SCREW METAL.

Question 53

What is a Bead Chain Fastener?

Accepted Answer

A Bead Chain Fastener (FASTENER,BEAD CHAIN) is a device designed to connect one item to other items. One end clamps over the end termination of an item, the other has a hole.

Question 54

What is an Overhauling Weight?

Accepted Answer

An Overhauling Weight (WEIGHT,OVERHAULING) is an item for weighting down a rope or cable so that it is self-overhauling.

Question 55

What is a Threaded Wire Rope Clamp?

Accepted Answer

A Threaded Wire Rope Clamp (CLAMP,WIRE ROPE,THREADED) is an item consisting of three or four parts, two of which form a grooved body and have tapered threads that are held firmly in place by rounded hexagonal nuts.

Question 56

What is a Bolted Wire Rope Clamp?

Accepted Answer

A Bolted Wire Rope Clamp (CLAMP,WIRE ROPE,BOLTED) is a two-piece metallic clamp of various shapes with a groove(s) in which an item is held by means of a bolt(s) or screw(s). It is generally used in conjunction with hoisting or guy lines.

Question 57

What is a Pelican Hook And Turnbuckle Assembly?

Accepted Answer

A Pelican Hook And Turnbuckle Assembly is an assembly consisting of a turnbuckle and a pelican hook. It may be used in ship's standing rigging such as radio antenna, and mast stays where ready adjustment and quick detachability are required.

Question 58

What is an Angle Chain Fastener?

Accepted Answer

An Angle Chain Fastener (CHAIN FASTENER,ANGLE) is a strip of metal with a hole at either end. One is for mounting on flat surface, the other end is elevated upward for attaching the end termination(s) of another item.

Question 59

What is an Anchor Chain Guard?

Accepted Answer

An Anchor Chain Guard (GUARD,ANCHOR CHAIN) is a device designed for attaching to an item at a point where it comes in contact with the hawse pipe of a mooring buoy as a protection against chafing.

Question 60

What is a Sliding Grip Line Clamp?

Accepted Answer

A Sliding Grip Line Clamp (CLAMP,LINE,SLIDING GRIP) is a mechanical device specifically designed for use on a guy or ropes which require loosening and tightening. The device consists of cylindrical body which is conically drilled to receive a hollow tapered plunger. The plunger through which the rope passes is designed with a flared external end and pressure grip internal end. Tension on the rope through the device seats the internal end of the plunger, holding the rope taut in a pressure grip, necessitating the pulling out of the plunger to release the rope. May or may not have a dee ring.

Question 61

What is a Studded Plate Case Hook?

Accepted Answer

A Studded Plate Case Hook (HOOK,CASE,STUDDED PLATE) is a metal item used in pairs for mechanical handling of wooden boxes and crates, each consisting of an integral arm and points. When in use, the points are placed against opposite sides or ends of the box or crate and the lifting cable, passing through openings in the ends of the arms, pulls them towards each other, thereby forcing the points into the material of the box or crate to make a firm lifting grip.

Question 62

What is a Release Hook?

Accepted Answer

A Release Hook (HOOK,RELEASE) is a metal hook with a hinged point and with means for holding the point in normal operating position. When desired, the point may be released to swing outward, thereby freeing the engaged chain or rope. Excludes pelican hooks.

Question 63

What is a Wire Rope Ferrule?

Accepted Answer

A Wire Rope Ferrule (FERRULE,WIRE ROPE) is a hollow, cylindrical, metallic item designed to be affixed by means of molten metal or swaging, over the end(s) of an item to make it adaptable for insertion into socket type terminations or attachments, such as HOOK, CHOKER; HOOK, DRAWBAR, LOGGING; and WINCH, DRUM, HAND OPERATED. Excludes swaged fittings.

Question 64

What is a Pole Protector?

Accepted Answer

A Pole Protector (PROTECTOR,POLE) is a metallic shield or guard designed to be attached to a portion of an item for the purpose of protecting the item against guy wire chafing, vehicular hubs, and the like. It may include a hook for a guy wire.

Rope, Cable, Chain, and Fittings

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 40

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 40

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