Hardware, Commercial from Belgium (BE)

Question 1

What is Federal Supply Class 5340?

Accepted Answer

FSC 5340 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 5340) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Hardware, Commercial.

Question 2

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 5340?

Accepted Answer

NSC 5340 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 5340 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Hardware, Commercial.

Question 3

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 5340 in?

Accepted Answer

FSC 5340 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 53 which contains Hardware and Abrasives.

Question 4

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 5340 in?

Accepted Answer

NSC 5340is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 53 which contains Hardware and Abrasives.

Question 5

What is a Turnbuckle?

Accepted Answer

A Turnbuckle is a metal loop, sleeve, or solid body with end pulls, having both ends threaded or one end threaded and the other end designed to accommodate a swivel. Items with both ends threaded shall have right hand screw threads on one end and left hand screw threads on the other. It may include lock nuts, check nuts, jam nuts, and/or terminal attachment(s) such as hooks, rings, and the like. It is designed to regulate the distance (take-up) between two points by turning. See also PELICAN HOOK AND TURNBUCKLE ASSEMBLY; and TIE ROD, TENSIONING, THREADED END.

Question 6

What is a Retaining Clip?

Accepted Answer

A Retaining Clip (CLIP,RETAINING) is a clip formed from resilient wire stock into a shape resembling the letter U, with each of the prongs having one or more curvatures along its length. It is designed to hold itself in place by its inherent spring action when fitted into the groove(s) or notch(es) of the item upon which a part, shaft, pin, or a like item is to be held in place. See also PIN, LOCK; RING, RETAINING and CLIP, SPRING TENSION. For items specifically designed for aviaton, see CLIP(1), RETAINING, AVIATION.

Question 7

What is a Rod End Connector?

Accepted Answer

A Rod End Connector (CONNECTOR,ROD END) is an item which has one end designed to form a rigid connection on a rod, shaft, turnbuckle or the like by means of welding, threading and/or pinning.  The opposite end provides a hinged or semirigid method of fastening or attaching to another part by means of a protruding tongue or block.  May include provisions for locking.  See also CLEVIS, ROD END and ROD END, THREADED.  For items specifically designed for aviation, see CONNECTOR, ROD END, AVIATION.

Question 8

What is a Rod End Clevis?

Accepted Answer

A Rod End Clevis (CLEVIS,ROD END) is a forked part, having transverse hole(s) or slot(s) in each arm (prong) to accommodate a bolt, pin, or the like, and having a connection facility opposite the fork. It is designed to be attached to a shaft, rod, turnbuckle or the like by welding, threading, and/or pinning.  May include provisions for locking.  See also YOKE, UNIVERSAL JOINT and CONNECTOR, ROD END. For items specifically designed for aviation, see CLEVIS, ROD END, AVIATION.

Question 9

What is a Metal Grille?

Accepted Answer

A Metal Grille (GRILLE,METAL) is a metal frame enclosing a metal core which is constructed of perforated sheet metal, bars, core material, or the like. It is used to form an openwork barrier or screen to allow the passage of a maximum quantity of air and/or light, but excluding the passage of foreign objects. Excludes GUARD, FAN IMPELLER.

Question 10

What is a Retaining Strap?

Accepted Answer

A Retaining Strap (STRAP,RETAINING) is a preformed item of rigid or semirigid material designed to partially surround other items such as cable(s), conduit(s), pipe(s), tube(s), or rod(s) or to completely surround them by means of a bridge strap(s) (which does not tightly clamp against the complete periphery). It is designed to retain and/or position the items close to a structure. It may be fastened to the structure on one end, both ends, or in the center. See also CLAMP, LOOP. Excludes BRACKET, PIPE; STRAP, LEATHER and STRAP, WEBBING.

Question 11

What is a Swivel Caster?

Accepted Answer

A Swivel Caster (CASTER,SWIVEL) is a caster designed to allow rotation of the wheel(s) or spherical constructed item in more than one plane.

Question 12

What is a Shelf Bracket?

Accepted Answer

A Shelf Bracket (BRACKET,SHELF) is an item having two legs forming a 90 degree angle (1.5705 radians) and may be rigid or folding. It is to be fastened to a wall and so designed to hold and support a shelf.

Question 13

What is a Corner Brace?

Accepted Answer

A Corner Brace (BRACE,CORNER) is an item of rigid flat material usually shaped to a 90 degree angle (1.5705 radians), designed to be mounted on a single plane. For items designed to be mounted on more than one plane, see BRACKET, ANGLE.

Question 14

What is a Rim Lock?

Accepted Answer

A Rim Lock (LOCK,RIM) is a lock designed to be mounted to the surface of a door, drawer, and the like.

Question 15

What is a Butt Hinge Leaf?

Accepted Answer

A Butt Hinge Leaf (LEAF,BUTT HINGE) is an item consisting of one leaf only of a HINGE, BUTT, with or without a hinge pin.

Question 16

What is a Mending Plate?

Accepted Answer

A Mending Plate (PLATE,MENDING) is a flat, rectangular shaped item, with holes, used to join or attach two surfaces in the same plane by means of screws, bolts, and the like.

Question 17

What is a Bridge Clamp?

Accepted Answer

A Bridge Clamp (CLAMP,BRIDGE) is a clamp designed to straddle a cover, door or like item, and used to secure such cover, door or like item to effect a tight joint or seal.

Question 18

What is a Plug Button?

Accepted Answer

A Plug Button (BUTTON,PLUG) is an item, usually made of metal, having a finished cap with spring tension prongs on the underside, or spring wire fitted into the sides of the walls. When inserted in punched or drilled holes in metal sheets or tubes, the expanding action of the prongs or spring wire holds the item securely in place. It is specifically designed to close a hole; to cover a hole through which passes a shaft, cable, or the like; or to provide a perforated cover for a vent or breather hole. Excludes FASTENER, SPRING TENSION, TRIM.

Question 19

What is a Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Cap?

Accepted Answer

A Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Cap (CAP,PROTECTIVE,DUST AND MOISTURE SEAL) is an item specifically designed to fit over the opening(s) of various items to provide mechanical protection and/or to prevent the entrance of foreign matter during painting, shipping, storage, or the like. It is not designed to retain fluids under pressure during equipment operation. Excludes COVER, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; HOOD, SEALING, BOTTLE; and STOPPER, BOTTLE. For items designed to fit into or over the opening(s) of various items, see CAP-PLUG, PROTECTIVE, DUST AND MOISTURE SEAL.

Question 20

What is a Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Plug?

Accepted Answer

A Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Plug (PLUG,PROTECTIVE,DUST AND MOISTURE SEAL) is an item specifically designed to fit into the opening&#40;s&#41; of various items to provide mechanical protection and&#47;or prevent the entrance of foreign matter during painting, shipping storage, or the like. It is not designed to retain fluids under pressure during equipment operation. Excludes PLUG &#40;as modified&#41; and STOPPER, BOTTLE. For items designed to fit into or over the opening&#40;s&#41; of various items, see CAP-PLUG, PROTECTIVE, DUST AND MOISTURE SEAL.

Question 21

What is a Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Cap-Plug?

Accepted Answer

A Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Cap-Plug (CAP-PLUG,PROTECTIVE,DUST AND MOISTURE SEAL) is an item specifically designed to fit into or over the opening(s) of various items to provide mechanical protection and/or to prevent the entrance of foreign matter during painting, shipping, storage, or the like. It is not designed to retain fluids under pressure during equipment operation. For items designed to fit only into an opening, see PLUG (as modified) and STOPPER (as modified). For items designed to fit only over an opening, see BOOT (as modified); CAP (as modified); COVER (as modified); and HOOD (as modified).

Question 22

What is a Handle Grip?

Accepted Answer

A Handle Grip (GRIP,HANDLE) is an item of cylindrical or pistol design, made of metallic or nonmetallic material, specifically designed to be used on a handle to provide a formed gripping surface. Excludes types with integral switch(es) for control of armament.

Question 23

What is a Bolt And Spacer Kit?

Accepted Answer

A Bolt And Spacer Kit is an item consisting of one or more spacers and one or more bolts. It may include such related items as nuts, cotter pins, and washers.

Question 24

What is a Blank Panel?

Accepted Answer

A Blank Panel (PANEL,BLANK) is a panel designed to fill a space not occupied by actual operating components, and may have instructions, component designations, or component identifications etched or printed thereon.

Question 25

What is a Support Hook?

Accepted Answer

A Support Hook (HOOK,SUPPORT) is a rigid item with one end designed to be mounted to a wall or other surface, and with the other portion shaped to a curve or angle for the purpose of supporting a drop wire, stay wire, drop wire clamp, cables and the like. It does not have gripping facilities. Excludes BRACKET,PIPE.

Question 26

What is a Nut And Bolt Retainer?

Accepted Answer

A Nut And Bolt Retainer (RETAINER,NUT AND BOLT) is an item designed to fit over and hold a nut or bolt head to prevent it from turning. See also LOCKING PLATE, NUT AND BOLT.

Question 27

What is an Angle Bracket?

Accepted Answer

An Angle Bracket (BRACKET,ANGLE) is a ridge item, usually of flat material, formed into a dihedral angle (generally a right angle) which may be reinforced; it is designed to position, align, or support an item(s) in relation to another. Excludes BRACE (as modified); BRACKET (1), MOUNTING; and BRACKET, SHELF.

Question 28

What is a Snap Hook?

Accepted Answer

A Snap Hook is a metal fastening device one or both ends of which are hook shaped with a closing or locking device over the throat opening which is held closed by spring action. If hook shaped on one end only the opposite end is provided with a fixed, loose, or swivel loop or opening for connecting to another item. Excludes cargo hooks with safety devices.

Question 29

What is a Buckle?

Accepted Answer

A Buckle is a fastening device used to join two ends of a belt, strap or the like. It may be a single unit designed to be attached to one end of a belt or strap and secure the opposite end by penetration, by clamping, or by friction, or it may consist of male and female sections having one section attached at each end of the belt or strap and joins the two ends by a hook-like or other interlocking action.

Question 30

What is a Loop Clamp?

Accepted Answer

A Loop Clamp (CLAMP,LOOP) is a clamp designed to surround other item(s) such as cable(s), conduit(s), pipe(s), hose(s), or tube(s), and to fasten together or to another object or structure. Includes straight flexible items. For items specifically designed to clamp a hose to a connection to prevent leakage, see CLAMP, HOSE. See also HANGER, PIPE and CLIP, SPRING TENSION. For retaining straps with a bridge, see STRAP, RETAINING. Excludes CLAMP, ELECTRICAL; BAND, RETAINING; CLAMP (1), C; BRACKET PIPE.

Question 31

What is a Hand Crank?

Accepted Answer

A Hand Crank (CRANK,HAND) is an item consisting of a radial arm having a handle parallel to its pivoted axis for transmitting motion to a shaft or object. It may have an integral extension. For items without an integral handle, see, ARM (1), HAND CRANK. Excludes HANDWHEEL; and HANDLE, WINDOW REGULATOR.

Question 32

What is a Door Handle?

Accepted Answer

A Door Handle (HANDLE,DOOR) is a device designed to actuate the mechanism of a door latch, either by a turning or pulling of the handle, or by operation of a PUSH BUTTON or trigger, and it may be with or without an escutcheon plate. Exludes items having an integral latch. See also DOORKNOB.

Question 33

What is a Dust And Moisture Seal Boot?

Accepted Answer

A Dust And Moisture Seal Boot (BOOT,DUST AND MOISTURE SEAL) is a flexible, nonmetallic item designed to prevent entry of dust, moisture and other contaminants into critical areas around shafts, levers, electrical wires and hoses. Sealing may be either static or dynamic. The item may include mounting hardware (support plates, clamps and the like). Excludes BELLOWS, PROTECTION; GROMMET, NONMETALLIC; and CABLE NIPPLE, ELECTRICAL. See also CAP, ELECTRICAL; CAP, PROTECTIVE, DUST AND MOISTURE SEAL; and SHIELD, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

Question 34

What is a Catch Strike?

Accepted Answer

A Catch Strike (STRIKE,CATCH) is a platelike item designed to be fastened to a door, door jamb, or the like, for the purpose of receiving the mating pin, plunger or bolt, of a lock, latch, or catch. See also RECEPTACLE, FRICTION CATCH STUD.

Question 35

What is a Retaining Band?

Accepted Answer

A Retaining Band (BAND,RETAINING) is a flexible or semiflexible metal strip designed to partially surround and retain an item against a structure, frame, bracket, or the like. Includes a single segment of a sectioned type CLAMP, LOOP or CLAMP, HOSE. Both ends may have, but one end must have, a loop to accommodate a hinge pin, or a stud welded to the end of the band. May be furnished with a trunnion, T-bolt, pin, latch, or the like. For items designed to completely surround an object(s), see CLAMP, LOOP. See also COVER, ACCESS and STRAP, RETAINING.

Question 36

What is a Bow Handle?

Accepted Answer

A Bow Handle (HANDLE,BOW) is an item, usually basically U-shaped, designed to be rigidly attached to another item such as a drawer, door, or window to provide a grip for opening, closing, pulling, and the like. Includes sash lifts of the bow type and handles designed for the purpose of carrying an item. It may or may not include a mounting plate. Excludes HANDLE,DOOR.

Question 37

What is a Bail Handle?

Accepted Answer

A Bail Handle (HANDLE,BAIL) is an item, usually basically semicircular or rectangular, designed to be swivel mounted to another item such as a container, chest, drawer, or door to provide facilities for lifting, opening, pulling, and the like. It may be with or without a mounting plate. Excludes HANDLE, DOOR.

Question 38

What is a Double Angle Bracket?

Accepted Answer

A Double Angle Bracket (BRACKET,DOUBLE ANGLE) is a rigid item usually fabricated from flat material, forming two alternate or two adjacent interior angles, both which are less than 180 degrees (3.141 radians). It is designed to position, align, and/or support an item. It may be reinforced. See also BRACKET, ANGLE and BRACKET (1), MOUNTING.

Question 39

What is a Strap Fastener Loop?

Accepted Answer

A Strap Fastener Loop (LOOP,STRAP FASTENER) is an item of rigid material having an aperture or opening through which the end(s) of a strap(s) or belt(s) is designed to be inserted, folded, and secured to itself by sewing, riveting, or the like. It is used to fasten the end(s) of a strap or belt to itself, to another belt or strap, or to an object or structure.

Question 40

What is a Leather Strap?

Accepted Answer

A Leather Strap (STRAP,LEATHER) is a narrow strip of leather cut to a definite length, having one or both ends processed. It is usually designed for, and may have, one or more attachments or fasteners, such as BUCKLE; LOOP, STRAP FASTENER; strap end clip; RING, DEE; Hook; and the like. Excludes STRAP, BERTH, MATTRESS RETAINING; STRAP, CHIN; safety straps; and LEATHER (as modified). Do not use if a more specific item name is applicable.

Question 41

What is a Webbing Strap?

Accepted Answer

A Webbing Strap (STRAP,WEBBING) is a narrow strip of webbing cut to a definite length, having one or both ends processed. It is usually designed for, and may have, one or more attachments or fasteners, such as BUCKLE; LOOP, STRAP FASTENER; strap end clip; RING, DEE; Hook; and the like. Excludes STRAP, BERTH, MATTRESS RETAINING; STRAP, CHIN; safety straps; and WEBBING, TEXTILE. Do not use if a more specific item name applies.

Question 42

What is a Spring Tension Clip?

Accepted Answer

A Spring Tension Clip (CLIP,SPRING TENSION) is a preformed item of semirigid material designed to retain, position, fasten, or support other items, such as cable(s), access cover(s), by its own inherent spring action. It may be fastened to a structure by bolt(s), clip(s), screw(s), and the like. For items conducting electric current, see CLIP, ELECTRICAL or CLAMP, ELECTRICAL. For items which partially surround an item, see STRAP, RETAINING. For items which entirely surround an item and do not have inherent spring tension, see CLAMP, LOOP. See also CLIP, RETAINING. Do not use if a more specific item name is available.

Question 43

What is a Headless Straight Rod?

Accepted Answer

A Headless Straight Rod (ROD,STRAIGHT,HEADLESS) is a headless, cylindrically shaped, unthreaded, solid metallic item with or without a drilled hole(s) perpendicular to the axis. Its length exceeds 12 inches (304.8mm) and it is of one nominal diameter. One or both ends are squared, chamfered, or rounded. Do not use if a more specific item name is applicable. Excludes BAR, METAL and PIN, STRAIGHT, HEADLESS.

Question 44

What is a Cushioning Pad?

Accepted Answer

A Cushioning Pad (PAD,CUSHIONING) is a pad of various shapes and cross sections, designed for mounting on vehicular panels, doors, hatches, bulkheads, racks, boxes, and the like, for the protection of personnel and equipment from injury and/or damage resulting from sudden stops, jarring, bumping, etc.

Question 45

What is a Butt Hinge?

Accepted Answer

A Butt Hinge (HINGE,BUTT) is a hinge usually with rectangularly shaped leaves. The dimension parallel to the hinge pin must be greater than the dimension transverse to the hinge pin. It may have a tension coil spring at its pivot(s) for closing action, and may have a third member between its pivot(s) to permit the door, or the like, to swing in an arc from either side.

Question 46

What is a Lock-Release Lever?

Accepted Answer

A Lock-Release Lever (LEVER,LOCK-RELEASE) is a rigid, manually operated lever, designed to secure another item or instrument in position, and when activated, releases the item to allow adjustment, removal, or operation.  It has a single hole, and is a component of a spring-loaded mechanism, a cam pressure mechanism, or a cam lever operated pin.

Question 47

What is an Electronic Equipment Hardware Kit?

Accepted Answer

An Electronic Equipment Hardware Kit (HARDWARE KIT,ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT) is a collection of common and/or specially designed hardware items not all having the same name, such as grommets, washers, brackets, mounting plates, clamps, nuts and bolts, specifically designed to fasten or attach (1) on accessory to any other electronic component or equipment or (2) on electronic equipment to any other component or equipment. For kits containing common hardware and other items, such as tools, etc., see INSTALLATION KIT (1), ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT.

Question 48

What is a Helical Compression Spring Retainer?

Accepted Answer

A Helical Compression Spring Retainer (RETAINER,HELICAL COMPRESSION SPRING) is a cylindrical item specifically designed to fit over the end of, and completely encase the spring. The open end is usually flanged, the opposite end may be closed or have an orifice to accommodate a guide, plunger, or the like. It is used to position the spring and restrain lateral motion. It may provide a seat for the spring. Excludes HOLDER, SPRING.

Question 49

What is a Helical Compression Spring Seat?

Accepted Answer

A Helical Compression Spring Seat (SEAT,HELICAL COMPRESSION SPRING) is a circular item, usually having a flat or grooved flange, boss(es), and/or counterbore designed to accommodate the end of the spring. It is used to position the spring, but does not encase the spring or restrain lateral motion. It may be used in conjunction with a RETAINER, HELICAL COMPRESSION SPRING. Excludes WASHER (1), (as modified); SEAT, BALL SOCKET and HOLDER, SPRING. See also ROTOR, ENGINE POPPET VALVE.

Question 50

What is a Clamping Catch?

Accepted Answer

A Clamping Catch (CATCH,CLAMPING) is a positive fastening device consisting of a mountable base with an extended loop, claw, or the like. It may include a catch strike and mounting hardware for its complete installation on flat surfaces. The loop, claw, or the like can be manually engaged or disengaged readily for the purpose of securing the mating sections of a suitcase, locker-trunk, shipping and storage container, prefabricated building, tool chest or the like. Excludes CATCH, ELBOW; CATCH, FLUSH; CATCH, FRICTION; and LATCH or LOCK (as modified).

Question 51

What is an Extension Drawer Slide?

Accepted Answer

An Extension Drawer Slide (SLIDE,DRAWER,EXTENSION) is an item designed to be installed in a cabinet or rack to provide support and a sliding or rolling surface for a drawer, or the like. A portion of the slide extends with the drawer to provide support when the drawer is in the open position.

Question 52

What is an Extension Drawer Slide Section?

Accepted Answer

An Extension Drawer Slide Section (SLIDE SECTION,DRAWER,EXTENSION) is an item specifically designed for use as a component of a SLIDE, DRAWER, EXTENSION. It may contain ball bearings, rollers, locking device(s), and mounting provisions.

Question 53

What is an Access Cover?

Accepted Answer

An Access Cover (COVER,ACCESS) is a rigid or flexible item of various shapes attached to a structure for the purpose of providing access for inspection, service, replacement of components and/or adjustments or mounting operations. It is designed to be attached by means of bolt holes, slots, mounting ears, tabs, and the like. To permit access, the mounted cover requires partial or complete removal. It may include an observation window. For items permanently attached by hinges and the like, see DOOR, ACCESS (as modified). Excludes all covers not specifically designed to provide access for the purposes listed above.

Question 54

What is a Threaded Rod End?

Accepted Answer

A Threaded Rod End (ROD END,THREADED) is a cylindrical item, tubular or solid on one end and internally or externally threaded on the other. It is designed to be permanently attached to the end of a tube or rod to provide a threaded connection for installing a threaded clevis, connector or the like.

Question 55

What is an Antipilferage Seal?

Accepted Answer

An Antipilferage Seal (SEAL,ANTIPILFERAGE) is a closure device that serves as a check against tampering or unauthorized opening. The seal must be severed or mutilated before entry is possible. It can be supplied with a cord, a pin, a WIRE,LOCKING,ANTIPILFERAGE SEAL 41887 or a PRESS LEAD SEAL,HAND 05677.

Question 56

What is a Manual Control Handle?

Accepted Answer

A Manual Control Handle (HANDLE,MANUAL CONTROL) is a rigid item with a plain or serrated gripping surface, designed to be grasped with the hand(s) for the purpose of manually transmitting rotary or linear motion to other devices, and/or holding and guiding an item in a desired  position during operation. It may be fixed or rotating and furnished with mounting attachments, such as pin, stud, bolt, or the like. It may also be adjusted to a hand crank arm, a handwheel, or the like. Excludes KNOB; CRANK, HAND; and LEVER, MANUAL CONTROL. See also HANDLE (as modified). Do not use if a more specific name applies.

Question 57

What is a Protection Bellows?

Accepted Answer

A Protection Bellows (BELLOWS,PROTECTION) is a nonmetallic, accordian shaped protective covering designed to flex due to relative motion between parts to which its opposite ends are attached. It is primarily used to cover the opening around a movable push-pull rod or part passing through a hole in a bulkhead, partition or the like.

Question 58

What is a Lever Bracket?

Accepted Answer

A Lever Bracket (BRACKET,LEVER) is a rigid item designed to support a lever fulcrum and confine the movement of the lever to a predetermined range of positions.

Question 59

What is a Mounting Bracket?

Accepted Answer

A Mounting Bracket (BRACKET,MOUNTING) is a bracket of various shapes (other than angle), designed to be attached to a supporting surface for the specific purpose of positioning, aligning and/or supporting another item. Excludes BRACE (as modified); BRACKET, ANGLE; and BRACKET, DOUBLE ANGLE. See also BRACKET (1), ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; BRACKET, FIRE EXTINGUISHER; BRACKET, SOLENOID; BRACKET, TRACK, SLIDING DOOR; and RETAINER (as modified).

Question 60

What is an Elastic Strap?

Accepted Answer

An Elastic Strap (STRAP,ELASTIC) is a molded flexible item, of definite length, having the ability to give under tension yet hold and secure in a fixed position tarpaulins, flexible covers, cargo, and the like. It is designed to accommodate, and may include, D rings, S or Z hooks, and the like. Excludes CORD ASSEMBLY, ELASTIC.

Question 61

What is a Mounting Plate?

Accepted Answer

A Mounting Plate (PLATE,MOUNTING) is a metallic or nonmetallic item which is rigid, flat and generally smooth. Its thickness is small in comparison to its length and width. It is designed for mounting another item and may have drilled or threaded holes or other facilities for mounting to a supporting object or surface. See SUPPORT, as modified. Do not use if a more specific name applies.

Question 62

What is a Synchro Clamp?

Accepted Answer

A Synchro Clamp (CLAMP,SYNCHRO) is a clamp designed to hold an item in position, alignment or in close proximity by rigidly gripping the projecting rim, ridge, collar or edge of the item. A lockwasher, bolt, screw or the like may be a part of the item of supply.

Question 63

What is a Mechanical Stop?

Accepted Answer

A Mechanical Stop (STOP,MECHANICAL) is an item designed to restrict the movement of a rotary mechanism, linear mechanism or its components. It protects a mechanism from loss of adjustment or damage due to extreme movement. It may be wedge shaped with a threaded shank projecting from the apex or it may be round or rectangular in cross section, with mounting holes or slots, and is usually longer than its width. Excludes KEY, MACHINE, and BUMPER (as modified).

Question 64

What is a Spacing Threaded Standoff?

Accepted Answer

A Spacing Threaded Standoff (STANDOFF,THREADED,SPACING) is a standoff that must have a threaded end(s) or be internally threaded its full length. For items having external threads on both ends, see STUD (as modified). For items with an outside contour that is the same for the entire length, are flat on top and bottom, having internal threads its full length, and the length does not exceed twice the width across the flats or outside diameter, see NUT (as modified); use maximum dimensions(s) for compliance.

Hardware, Commercial - Belgium (BE)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 5340

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 5340

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 53 Hardware and Abrasives

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 53 Hardware and Abrasives

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