Hardware, Commercial - Denmark (DK)
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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NATO Supply Class 5340 is a classification for Hardware, Commercial within NATO Supply Group 53 for Hardware And Abrasives.
Hardware refers to various physical components, devices, or equipment used in different industries and applications. This can include items such as fasteners, fittings, valves, hinges, locks, and other similar products.
Commercial hardware specifically refers to hardware items that are commercially available and commonly used in various industries. These items are typically produced by manufacturers and are readily accessible for purchase in the commercial market.
NATO Supply Group 53, which includes Hardware And Abrasives, encompasses a wide range of products used in military and civilian applications. This group includes items such as tools, hardware, abrasives, and other related materials.
In summary, NATO Supply Class 5340 for Hardware, Commercial falls under NATO Supply Group 53 for Hardware And Abrasives and refers to commercially available hardware items used in various industries.
Includes Access Covers; Bumpers; Casters; Cabinet and Door Hardware; Clevises; Hinges; Latches; Straps and Strapping; Turnbuckles; Webbed Straps.
Excludes Weapons System Hardware (FSC 5342).
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 5340
- What is Federal Supply Class 5340?
- 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.
- What is NATO Supply Classification Class 5340?
- 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.
- Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 5340 in?
- FSC 5340 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 53 which contains Hardware and Abrasives.
- Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 5340 in?
- NSC 5340 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 53 which contains Hardware and Abrasives.
Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 5340
- What is a Permanent Magnet? 31 Items
- A Permanent Magnet (MAGNET,PERMANENT) is an object of various materials, that retains a magnetic field for an indefinite period of time after the magnetizing force has been removed. Excludes ELECTROMAGNET; magnetized hand tools; and compass needles.
- What is a Turnbuckle? 34 Items
- 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.
- What is a Retaining Clip? 77 Items
- 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.
- Base,Stand 18 Items
- Holder,Spring 61 Items
- What is a Rod End Connector? 17 Items
- 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.
- What is a Rod End Clevis? 80 Items
- 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.
- What is an Expansion Plug? 26 Items
- An Expansion Plug (PLUG,EXPANSION) is a relatively thin metallic item, having a concave or cupped contour, designed to effect its own seal by compression against the circumference of a hole. It is used as a blowout plug in boilers, engines, and the like to relieve the pressure created by the expansion of fluids caused by heat or freezing.
- What is a Metal Grille? 34 Items
- 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.
- What is a Luggage Handle? 10 Items
- A Luggage Handle (HANDLE,LUGGAGE) is an item of various shapes, usually U-shaped. It may be flexible. It is designed to be mounted to a piece of luggage to provide facilities for lifting, carrying and the like.
- What is a Retaining Strap? 201 Items
- 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.
- What is a Swivel Caster? 28 Items
- 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.
- What is a Shelf Bracket? 28 Items
- 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.
- What is a Corner Brace? 27 Items
- 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.
- What is a Flush Lock? 12 Items
- A Flush Lock (LOCK,FLUSH) is a lock designed to be mounted with its exposed case flush to the surface of a door, drawer, and the like.
- What is a Rim Lock? 29 Items
- A Rim Lock (LOCK,RIM) is a lock designed to be mounted to the surface of a door, drawer, and the like.
- What is a Mortise Lock Set? 28 Items
- A Mortise Lock Set (LOCK SET,MORTISE) is a lock set in which the lock is designed to be fitted into the edge of a door, drawer, and the like.
- What is a Strap Hinge? 35 Items
- A Strap Hinge (HINGE,STRAP) is a hinge whose leaves are greater in dimension transversely to the axis of the hinge pin than they are parallel to the axis of the hinge pin, and whose sides may or may not be tapered along their greatest dimension, from the hinge pin toward a point at their extremity.
- What is a Tee Hinge? 17 Items
- A Tee Hinge (HINGE,TEE) is a hinge whose general shape is like the letter T, with one leaf resembling that of a butt hinge, and the other that of a strap hinge. The hinge may also have both leaves resembling strap hinges or butt hinges of different widths.
- What is a Butt Hinge Leaf? 11 Items
- 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.
- What is a Padlock? 46 Items
- A Padlock is a detachable portable fastening device, having a shackle or bow adapted to be opened for engagement through a staple or the link of a chain. The bow or shackle, when locked, is secured in the case by means of a spring-activated pin(s) entering a notch(es) in the shackle. The lock may be opened by inserting and turning a key or keys, by key insertion only, or by a predetermined setting on the dial of a combination lock. For two or more padlocks which are keyed alike and/or master keyed, see PADLOCK SET.
- What is a Rim Lock Set? 21 Items
- A Rim Lock Set (LOCK SET,RIM) is a lock set in which the lock is designed to be mounted on the surface of a door, drawer, and the like. Excludes CLAMP, RIM CLENCHING.
- What is an Expansion Shield? 63 Items
- An Expansion Shield (SHIELD,EXPANSION) is an item for inserting in a hole, usually in masonry, designed to be expanded either by means of a setting tool or by the insertion of the bolt, screw or nail for mounting or attaching another object. It may include the bolt, screw or nail.
- What is a Mending Plate? 45 Items
- 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.
- What is a Plug Button? 29 Items
- 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.
- What is a Drift Bolt? 10 Items
- A Drift Bolt (BOLT,DRIFT) is an unthreaded metal rod usually used for securing timbers. It resembles a spike but may be with or without a head or point. Excludes DRIFTPIN; PIN, STRAIGHT, HEADED; and PIN, STRAIGHT, HEADLESS.
- What is a Screw Hook? 15 Items
- A Screw Hook (HOOK,SCREW) is a small hook with a threaded shank for screwing into woodwork or paneling.
- What is a Corrosion Preventive Anode? 70 Items
- A Corrosion Preventive Anode (ANODE,CORROSION PREVENTIVE) is an item which sacrificially corrodes when coupled to a more noble metal in a conducting medium.
- What is a Handwheel? 38 Items
- A Handwheel is an item having a major diameter of 3 or more inches (76.2mm) other than items having spoked or sumulated spoked construction, which may be under 3 inches (76.2mm) designed to be gripped by the hand to transmit rotary motion to other devices through a center axis, fabricated in the form of a solid body with simulated spokes or a recessed surface between the rim and the hub, or it may be built up in the form of a frame having a central hub connected to the rim by the spokes. It may have reference markings in the form of dots, arrows, hairline, etc., to indicate the relative position and/or direction of rotation of the item(s) with which it is used. It may also include an integral ratchet device. For similar items having a maximum diameter of less than 3 inches (76.2mm), see KNOB. For items calibrated in units or series of divisions denoting relative positioning of associated devices, see DIAL (as modified). Excludes STEERING WHEEL.
- What is a Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Cap? 284 Items
- 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.
- What is a Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Plug? 159 Items
- A Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Plug (PLUG,PROTECTIVE,DUST AND MOISTURE SEAL) is an item specifically designed to fit into the opening(s) of various items to provide mechanical protection and/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 (as modified) 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.
- What is a Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Cap-Plug? 91 Items
- 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).
- What is a Handle Grip? 90 Items
- 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.
- What is a Bolt And Spacer Kit? 10 Items
- 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.
- What is a Support Hook? 39 Items
- 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.
- What is a Nut And Bolt Retainer? 14 Items
- 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.
- What is a Plain Solid Disk? 25 Items
- A Plain Solid Disk (DISK,SOLID,PLAIN) is a circular item with two parallel bearing surfaces without hole(s) or groove(s). It has an outside diameter greater than its length, and may be fabric reinforced. Do not use if a more specific item name applies. For items primarily designed to rupture at a predetermined pressure, see DISK, RUPTURABLE. For items made of felt, see FELT, MECHANICAL, PREFORMED. For metallic or plastic items with a laminated cross section, see SHIM. Excludes DIAPHRAGM, VALVE, FLAT; DIAPHRAGM, VALVE, SPECIAL SHAPED; DISK, VALVE, NONMETALLIC; FILTERING DISK FLUID; and INSULATOR, DISK.
- What is an Angle Bracket? 331 Items
- 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.
- What is an Eye Hook? 16 Items
- An Eye Hook is a holding device having a hook shaped head with an eye formed in the shank. It may have an eye attached to the shank eye. See also HOOK AND EYE, DOOR.
- What is a Snap Hook? 70 Items
- 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.
- What is a Buckle? 25 Items
- 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.
- What is a Loop Clamp? 458 Items
- 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.
- What is a Hand Crank? 26 Items
- 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.
- What is a Door Handle? 38 Items
- 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.
- What is a Dust And Moisture Seal Boot? 18 Items
- 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.
- What is a Ball Socket Seat? 11 Items
- A Ball Socket Seat (SEAT,BALL SOCKET) is a rigid item, usually circular in shape, having a concave or bevel bearing surface on one end. It is designed to mate with and provide a wear surface for the ball of a ball stud, control rod, arm, or the like. The other end is usually flat, flanged, or offset and is usually designed to mate with a flat surface or spring. Includes metal items having a plastic ball socket insert. See also WASHER, CONCAVE.
- What is a Catch Strike? 10 Items
- 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.
- What is a Retaining Band? 28 Items
- 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.
- What is a Grooved Clamp Coupling? 10 Items
- A Grooved Clamp Coupling (COUPLING,CLAMP,GROOVED) is a metal loop having either a V or U cross section or channelled segment(s). It may be attached to a flat band. It is designed to create a fluid tight joint and/or connect pipe, tubing, tank cover(s), duct(s) and the like, by mating with flanged or beaded ferrule(s), flared, or beaded ends. It may or may not have a sealing inner liner. A latch or latches of the quick coupling type, nut or bolt type, or threaded trunnion type is (are) used to lock and adjust the band. Excludes COUPLING, CLAMP, PIPE and RING, LOCKING, METAL DRUM COVER.
- What is a Bow Handle? 38 Items
- 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.
- What is a Hook Handle? 51 Items
- A Hook Handle (HANDLE,HOOK) is an item, basically flat, with an integral hook type lip, tongue, or the like designed to be attached to another item such as a window, drawer, or door to provide a grip for opening, closing, lifting, and the like. Includes sash lifts of the integral hook type. Excludes HANDLE, DOOR.
- What is a Double Angle Bracket? 80 Items
- 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.
- What is a Strap Fastener Loop? 16 Items
- 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.
- What is a Leather Strap? 28 Items
- 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.
- What is a Webbing Strap? 122 Items
- 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.
- What is a Spring Tension Clip? 112 Items
- 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.
- What is a Shop Set Installation Hardware Kit? 94 Items
- A Shop Set Installation Hardware Kit (HARDWARE KIT,SHOP SET INSTALLATION) is a collection of common hardware items, such as nuts, bolts, and washers, designed to fasten or attach shop set equipment when installing it in a shop truck as part of the basic load.
- What is a Cushioning Pad? 18 Items
- 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.
- What is a Line Supporting Strap? 21 Items
- A Line Supporting Strap (STRAP,LINE SUPPORTING) is a flexible strap, furnished with a buckle, specificifically designed to support other items, such as cable(s), wire(s), tube(s), and the like. The buckle may be permanently assembled and may be provided with a mounting feature. The strap may be used to bridge a channel by mounting the buckle and strap separately. Excludes CLAMP, LOOP; STRAP, RETAINING; STRAP, LEATHER; and STRAP, WEBBING.
- What is a Nut And Bolt Locking Plate? 45 Items
- A Nut And Bolt Locking Plate (LOCKING PLATE,NUT AND BOLT) is a relatively thin metal item of various shapes, having two or more bolt holes and locking ears or tabs. The item is designed to be inserted on the bolts and the ears or tabs bent against the wrenching flat(s) of the bolt head or nut to restrict loosening of the bolt or nut. The locking ears or tabs may be prebent. See also RETAINER, NUT AND BOLT.
- What is an Access Hole Frame? 13 Items
- An Access Hole Frame (FRAME,ACCESS HOLE) is a rigid item designed to frame a structural opening for reinforcement purposes and/or to accommodate covers, access (as modified) and doors, access (as modified).
- What is a Hand Carrying Strap Assembly? 12 Items
- A Hand Carrying Strap Assembly (STRAP ASSEMBLY,HAND CARRYING) is an item consisting of two parallel straps with buckles, joined by a carrying handle.
- What is a Butt Hinge? 55 Items
- 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.
- What is a Lock-Release Lever? 25 Items
- 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.
- What is an Electronic Equipment Hardware Kit? 22 Items
- 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.
- What is a Helical Compression Spring Retainer? 13 Items
- 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.
- What is a Helical Compression Spring Seat? 43 Items
- 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.
- What is a Dashpot? 15 Items
- A Dashpot is a device usually consisting of a piston and cylinder with means of securing one or both ends. It is used for cushioning or clamping a movement to avoid shock, absorb vibration,or for time delay, by the restricted passage of fluid (gas or liquid) through an orifice or around the piston.
- What is a Nonmetallic Solid Wheel? 24 Items
- A Nonmetallic Solid Wheel (WHEEL,SOLID,NONMETALLIC) is a wheel which is cast or molded from a material other than metal. It may have a tread but does not have facilities to mount a tire or a rim. For items which have facilities to mount a tire or a rim see WHEEL, PNEUMATIC TIRE; and WHEEL, METAL TIRE.
- What is a Strapping? 13 Items
- A Strapping is a flat strip of steel, coated corded cloth, or other material fabricated to a specified breaking strength. It is supplied in coils and primarily used for securing boxes, parts, or packages for shipment. Excludes TAPE (as modified); TWINE (as modified); WEBBING, TEXTILE; PLASTIC STRIP; STRAP, PIPE; WIRE, STEEL (as modified); and WIRE, TIE.
- What is a Clamping Catch? 43 Items
- 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).
- What is an Extension Drawer Slide? 20 Items
- 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.
- What is an Access Cover? 383 Items
- 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.
- What is a Filler Opening Cap? 26 Items
- A Filler Opening Cap (CAP,FILLER OPENING) is a part basically circular in shape, designed to cover or seal the filler-neck or inlet opening of a fuel tank, radiator, oil reservoir, liquid storage tank or the like. It may be either permanently attached to the object for which it is designed or provided with a means of removal and replacement. Excludes CAP, VENT, FUEL STORAGE TANK; and COVER (1), (as modified).
- What is an Antipilferage Seal? 19 Items
- 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.
- What is a Manual Control Handle? 103 Items
- 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.
- What is a Protection Bellows? 22 Items
- 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.
- What is a Lever Bracket? 36 Items
- 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.
- What is a Metallic Solid Wheel? 19 Items
- A Metallic Solid Wheel (WHEEL,SOLID,METALLIC) is an item which is cast or molded from various metals, which may be ferrous or nonferrous. It does not have facilities to mount a tire or a rim. For items which have facilities to mount a tire or a rim see WHEEL (1), PNEUMATIC TIRE; and WHEEL (1), METAL TIRE.
- What is a Mounting Bracket? 1997 Items
- 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).
- What is an Elastic Strap? 22 Items
- 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.
- What is a Retaining Bail? 13 Items
- A Retaining Bail (BAIL,RETAINING) is a metallic item of various configurations, formed for example as a U or semicircle, it must have finished ends to provide a method for attachment to other items. It is designed to secure and seal by applying pressure to items such as, bowls, caps, covers and the like, through an inherent spring tension or a manual adjusting mechanism.
- What is a Beam Gripping Clamp? 13 Items
- A Beam Gripping Clamp (CLAMP,BEAM GRIPPING) is a metallic clamp, designed for permanet installation, that grips the flange of a structural beam and facilitates the suspension of other objects. It is generally used in conjunction with a bracket or hanger to support cable, pipe, rods and the like. Excludes CLAMP, MATERIAL LIFTING.
- What is a Mounting Plate? 512 Items
- 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.
- What is a Mechanical Stop? 20 Items
- 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).
- What is a Multiple Angle Bracket? 50 Items
- A Multiple Angle Bracket (BRACKET,MULTIPLE ANGLE) is a rigid item, generally of flat material, forming several angles (interior and/or exterior), all of which are less than 180 degrees (3.141 radians). It is designed to position, align and/or support an item(s) in relationship to another. It may have a plastic or resilient protective covering. Excludes BRACKET, DOUBLE ANGLE; BRACKET, MOUNTING and STRAP, RETAINING.
- What is a Handle Ferrule? 26 Items
- A Handle Ferrule (FERRULE,HANDLE) is an item specifically designed to be fitted around the ends of a handle to reinforce, or to reduce the interior diameter to facilitate mounting.
- What is a Caster Wheel? 16 Items
- A Caster Wheel (WHEEL,CASTER) is a circular item made of metallic or nonmetallic material designed for use as part of a CASTER, RIGID and/or CASTER, SWIVEL. The tread may or may not be removeable and it is usually furnished with bearings installed. For items constructed entirely of one material see WHEEL(1), SOLID, METALLIC or WHEEL(1), SOLID, NONMETALLIC.
- What is a Pipe Hanger? 34 Items
- A Pipe Hanger (HANGER,PIPE) is a metallic or nonmetallic item designed to suspend, support, retain, and/or position items such as cable(s), conduit(s), pipe(s), tube(s), and the like from a structure. It may be fastened vertically or horizontally to the structure by means of rod(s), bolt(s), screw(s), and the like. Excludes CLAMP (1), LOOP; STRAP, RETAINING; CLAMP (1), ELECTRICAL; HANGER, WIRE STRAND, SUPPORT (1), ELECTRICAL CABLE; HANGER, CABLE; and hook, support.
- What is a Runner? 17 Items
- A Runner is an item usually flat, designed to provide a sliding surface when attached to equipment, for purposes of mobility.
- What is a Mechanic Equipment Hardware Kit? 28 Items
- A Mechanic Equipment Hardware Kit (HARDWARE KIT,MECHANIC 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) an accessory to any other mechanical component or equipment or (2) a mechanical equipment to any other equipment or component.
- What is a Lock Key? 105 Items
- A Lock Key (KEY,LOCK) is an item, usually made of metal, which is allocated to a specific lock. Via the key, the lock mechanism can be activated.
- What is a Mortise Lock? 27 Items
- A Mortise Lock (LOCK,MORTISE) is a lock which is designed to be fitted into the edge of a DOOR, DRAWER, or the like. The lock does not include KNOB(S), ROSE(S), STRIKE(S), DOOR PULL(S), RELEASE BAR (S), and the like.
- What is a Lock Spindle? 16 Items
- A Lock Spindle (SPINDLE,LOCK) is an item which is a part of a Lock (as modified), used to transmit rotary motion from the handle or knob to actuate the bolt.
- What is a Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Cover? 57 Items
- A Dust And Moisture Seal Protective Cover (COVER,PROTECTIVE,DUST AND MOISTURE SEAL) is a cover of various shapes, sizes and materials, specifically designed to fit over the opening(s) of mechanical connections such as drive lines, air and fluid ducts and the like, of various equipments to provide mechanical protection and/or prevent the entrance of foreign matter during shipping, storage or maintenance.The cover is not an integral part of the equipment when the equipment is installed in the end item.It is designed to be attached by means of bolt holes, slots, mounting ears, tabs and the like.See also CAP (1), PROTECTIVE, DUST AND MOISTURE SEAL.Excludes COVER, ACCESS.
- What is a Lock Bolt? 34 Items
- A Lock Bolt (BOLT,LOCK) is an item that is the portion of a LOCK (as modified) which is designed to enter an adjoining cavity or notched rest, and is extended and/or withdrawn by a key, knob or spring action or any combination thereof. It is retained or secured in the extended position by tumblers, revolving plug, bars or the like.
- What is a Sliding Block? 27 Items
- A Sliding Block is a solid square item, usually of T-shaped cross-section, provided with two plane and parallel bearing surfaces. The item may have a threaded or unthreaded center hole and is designed for insertion into T-shaped grooves for alignment or fixing of parts. Excludes items used for alignment or fixing of workpieces, devices, clamping tools, etc., on machine tools. See SLIDING BLOCK, T-SLOT.
- What is a Slotted Nut Locking Device? 16 Items
- A Slotted Nut Locking Device (LOCKING DEVICE,SLOTTED NUT) is a U shape metallic item designed to lock a slotted nut on a locking sleeve generally used for bearing(s) mounting. The item is inserted in one slot of the nut and in the sleeve slot and fixed by means of a screw. When locked in position it secures the nut from turning and the mounting bearing from loosening.
- What is an Utility Access Door? 26 Items
- An Utility Access Door (DOOR,ACCESS,UTILITY) is a rigid item of various shapes permanently attached to a structure, designed to provide access for inspection, service, replacement of components and/or adjustments. It is designed to be attached by means of hinges or similar devices. It may include self-closing features and have a quick release or other type latching to permit access with a minimum of effort. It may include an observation window. Excludes COVER, ACCESS and DOOR, ACCESS, WEAPON SYSTEM.
- What is an Utility Resilient Mount? 157 Items
- An Utility Resilient Mount (MOUNT,RESILIENT,UTILITY) is an item made of material having elastic properties. It may have rigid mounting facilities such as a flange(s), sleeve(s), stud(s) or the like. It is designed to isolate or dampen shock and/or vibration of a continuous or intermittent origin and serve as a support for an item to be isolated. Excludes MOUNT, RESILIENT, WEAPON SYSTEM; SPRING (as modified); BUMPER, NONMETALLIC; BUMPER, RUBBER; BUSHING, NONMETALLIC; hydraulic and pneumatic shock absorbers, dashpots, grommets and shock pads.
- What is a Shimmy Damper? 58 Items
- A Shimmy Damper (DAMPER,SHIMMY) is a mechanism which retards or nullifies angular vibration between two items.
- What is an Access Door Hinge? 19 Items
- An Access Door Hinge (HINGE,ACCESS DOOR) is a one piece rigid item designed to rotate an access door into an open or closed position. It is drilled at one end to accommodate a shaft which serves as a pivot or axis. The other end has a curved base conforming to the contour of the access door. The base has mounting holes or other mounting facilities. Excludes LEAF,BUTT HINGE.
- What is a Door Holder? 20 Items
- A Door Holder (HOLDER,DOOR) is a holder of various shapes and cross-sections designed to hold a door in the open position. It may be a manual type, or automatic and may include a release mechanism. It is designed to be mounted on the surface of a wall, or on the floor. The strike portion of the unit is mounted on the door, the remaining part is mounted on the wall, or floor. Excludes DOORSTOP.
- What is a Key Blank? 12 Items
- A Key Blank is an item usually made of metal designed for insertion into various lock openings, and when properly cut, will operate the mechanism. It may have a flat, irregular, or cylindrical cross-sectional shape.
- What is a Resilient Mount Plate? 13 Items
- A Resilient Mount Plate (PLATE,RESILIENT MOUNT) is an item specifically designed to be placed between one or more resilient mounts and an item to be cushioned. It may be secured to either the mounts or the cushioned item.
- What is a Manual Control Lever? 49 Items
- A Manual Control Lever (LEVER,MANUAL CONTROL) is a rigid item of various shapes and cross-sections, specifically designed to manually actuate and/or regulate a variety of mechanisms. It usually has an integral handgrip, knob, or the like, or provisions for the mounting of the same. It may have accommodations for locking and/or positioning. The point of fulcrum may be an integral shaft perpendicular to the axis or a through hole to provide a definite means of securing, and usually has additional accommodation(s) for attachment of CONNECTING LINK,RIGID; WIRE ROPE ASSEMBLY,SINGLE LEG; and CLEVIS,ROD END; and the like. Excludes ARM (as modified); LEVER,REMOTE CONTROL; AND BELL CRANK.
- What is a Sealing Plug Assembly? 11 Items
- A Sealing Plug Assembly (PLUG ASSEMBLY,SEALING) is an item consisting of a cylindrical plug which may be grooved and a driving element such as a tapered drive pin, a ball or the like which widens the plug. The plug is designed to close a hole in an item and thus prevent liquid from leaking out.
- What is an Utility Guard Rail Section? 16 Items
- An Utility Guard Rail Section (GUARD RAIL SECTION,UTILITY) is a metallic tubular structure mounted on platforms,roofs and the like to prevent personnel and/or equipment from falling overboard. It is designed and fitted for a quick connecting-disconnecting. It may include fastening hardware.
- What is a Bumper? 56 Items
- A Bumper is an item so designed that when attached to an object, protects that objec from damage by reducing the force of impact with another object. For external vehicular bumpers see BUMPER, VEHICULAR. Excludes GROMMET (as modified); BUSHING, NONMETALLIC; PAD, CUSHIONING and WASHER (as modified).
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