What is Federal Supply Class 4940?

FSC 4940 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 4940) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Miscellaneous Maintenance and Repair Shop Specialized Equipment.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 4940?

NSC 4940 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 4940 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Miscellaneous Maintenance and Repair Shop Specialized Equipment.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 4940 in?

FSC 4940 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 49 which contains Maintenance and Repair Shop Equipment.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 4940 in?

NSC 4940is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 49 which contains Maintenance and Repair Shop Equipment.

What is a Maintenance Platform?

A Maintenance Platform is an item of equipment with small floored area(s) supported by scaffolding of metal or wood framework, either portable or stationary. For use in repairing, cleaning, installing, and inspection of property, machinery, and equipment above the general floor level. Excludes MAINTENANCE PLATFORM, AIRCRAFT and MAINTENANCE PLATFORM, GUIDED MISSILE or the like.

What is an Air Blow Gun?

An Air Blow Gun (GUN,AIR BLOW) is a mechanical device designed for attachment to the discharge end of a compressed air line, for blowing dirt or other foreign substance from motors, machinery, and the like.

What is a Paint Spray Gun?

A Paint Spray Gun (SPRAY GUN,PAINT) is a mechaincal device for bringing air and a stream of paint or similar material together, atomizing or breaking up the stream into a spray and ejecting it for the purpose of applying a coating to an object or surface at high speed. See also SPRAY OUTFIT, PAINT.

What is a Blast Cleaning Machine?

A Blast Cleaning Machine is a mechanical device consisting of an abrasive container and necessary valves and attachments which, when connected to a source of air pressure, mixes the abrasive with air to be discharged through a hose and nozzle at high speed against a surface not contained by the machine, to perform the function of surface cleaning. May include abrasive recovery system. It is an entirely self-contained unit.

What is a Shop Maintenance Tray?

A Shop Maintenance Tray (TRAY,SHOP MAINTENANCE) is a shallow, flat receptacle with a raised edge rim, used for holding, carrying, storing or displaying articles in a shop evironment.

What is a Solvent-Water Pressure Cleaner?

A Solvent-Water Pressure Cleaner (CLEANER,PRESSURE,SOLVENT-WATER) is a pressure cleaner used to project streams of water detergents, soaps, or cleaning solvents for cleaning motor vehicle exteriors, engines, aircraft exteriors, and the like. Excludes CLEANING GUN, WATER.

What is a Maintenance Platform Section?

A Maintenance Platform Section is an individual unit of metallic or nonmetallic material used with other pieces/parts to make up the MAINTENANCE PLATFORM; MAINTENANCE PLATFORM, AIRCRAFT; or MAINTENANCE PLATFORM, GUIDED MISSILE.

What is a Mechanical Test Adapter?

A Mechanical Test Adapter (ADAPTER,MECHANICAL TEST) is an item which provides facilities for mechanically connecting an item to be tested and a piece of test equipment. It may include hydraulic and/or pneumatic functions. Do not use for CONNECTOR, MULTIPLE, FLUID MEASURE LINE or MANIFOLD, HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ACCESSORIES or the like. Excludes ADAPTER (2), TEST.

What is a Platform Lift?

A Platform Lift is an item of equipment which may be self-propelled, truck mounted or trailer mounted. Item is designed to provide a safe working platform for overhead installation, inspection, maintenance, repair or construction. A small floored area (working platform) is mounted on scissor arms for vertical extension only. Working platform may include a cantilever for additional horizontal reach. Scissor Arms are hydraulically operated and controlled by a mechanism located within the platform and/or on the vehicle. Excludes SERVICING PLATFORM, as modified and MAINTENANCE PLATFORM.

A Drip Pan (PAN,DRIP) is a metallic or nonmetallic receptacle which is placed under a motor, generator, appliance or in a similar location to collect liquid from overflows, leaks, condensation and the like. It may have one or more facilities for draining.

What is a Mechanical Equipment Test Fixture?

A Mechanical Equipment Test Fixture (FIXTURE,TEST,MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT) is a fixture used to position a mechanical device in a specific manner during testing of its various functions.

What is an Electric Heat Gun?

An Electric Heat Gun (HEAT GUN,ELECTRIC) is an electrically driven pistol-shaped device, normally hand-held, used to deliver hot air in excess of 100 degrees Celsius for drying, curing, forming, activating, softening, shrinking, and the like. The operating parts are usually housed in a protective inclosure. It may include air flow directing accessories and a means to hang the item. Excludes DRIER,ELECTRIC,HAND.

What is a Test Adapter Set?

A Test Adapter Set (ADAPTER SET,TEST) is a grouping of items consisting of two or more ADAPTER (2), TEST. May include a mounting, or other facility for storage and rapid access to individual adapters.

Miscellaneous Maintenance and Repair Shop Specialized Equipment - United Kingdom (UK)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 4940

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 4940

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 49 Maintenance and Repair Shop Equipment

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 49 Maintenance and Repair Shop Equipment

Items Managed by United Kingdom (UK) - NCB is 99

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NSN Format for Miscellaneous Maintenance and Repair Shop Specialized Equipment
Codified by United Kingdom

49	40	99	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 4940 is a classification for Miscellaneous Maintenance And Repair Shop Specialized Equipment. It falls under NATO Supply Group 49, which is dedicated to Maintenance And Repair Shop Equipment.

NATO Supply Class 4940 includes a wide range of specialized equipment used in maintenance and repair shops. This can include tools, machinery, and other equipment specifically designed for various maintenance and repair tasks.

The purpose of this classification is to provide a standardized system for categorizing and organizing equipment used in maintenance and repair shops within NATO member countries. By using this classification system, it becomes easier to identify, procure, and distribute the necessary equipment for these specialized tasks.

Examples of equipment that may fall under NATO Supply Class 4940 include welding machines, hydraulic presses, diagnostic tools, specialized hand tools, and other equipment used for maintenance and repair purposes.

It is important to note that this classification system is specific to NATO member countries and is used primarily for military purposes. However, the classification can also be used as a reference for non-military organizations or individuals involved in maintenance and repair work.

If you need more specific information about a particular item or have any other questions, feel free to ask!

FSC 4940 Miscellaneous Maintenance and Repair Shop Specialized Equipment - United Kingdom (UK)

Includes Paint Spraying Equipment.

Excludes Hand Tools (FSG 51).

Note-Specialized equipment which is designed for automotive maintenance and repair, and which is also used for the maintenance and repair of nonautomotive vehicles or equipment, will be classified in Class 4910. Jigs, fixtures, and templates used in conjunction with maintenance and repair shop specialized equipment are classified in this group. However, jigs, fixtures, and templates used in conjunction with metalworking machinery are classified in Group 34. Infrared assemblies, subassemblies, and components specifically designed as test and maintenance specialized equipment are classified in the appropriate classes of this group. Excluded from this group is infrared equipment designed for testing communications and night vision equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 4940

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 4940

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