Night Vision Equipment, Emitted and Reflected Radiation - United States (US)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 5855

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 5855

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 58 Communication, Detection, and Coherent Radiation Equipment

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 58 Communication, Detection, and Coherent Radiation Equipment

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NATO Supply Class 5855 is a specific classification within NATO Supply Group 58, which is dedicated to Communication, Detection, and Coherent Radiation Equipment.

NATO Supply Class 5855 specifically focuses on Night Vision Equipment that deals with emitted and reflected radiation. This class includes various types of equipment used for night vision purposes, such as night vision goggles, scopes, cameras, and other devices that enhance visibility in low-light or dark conditions.

The equipment in this class utilizes emitted and reflected radiation to capture and amplify available light, allowing users to see clearly in situations where natural light is limited. This can be particularly useful in military operations, surveillance, law enforcement, and other applications where visibility in the dark is crucial.

Night vision equipment in this class may employ different technologies, such as image intensification, thermal imaging, or a combination of both. These technologies enable the detection and amplification of emitted and reflected radiation, including infrared and other forms of non-visible light.

It's important to note that NATO Supply Class 5855 is specifically focused on night vision equipment and its applications related to emitted and reflected radiation. Other types of communication, detection, and coherent radiation equipment may fall under different supply classes within NATO Supply Group 58.

If you require more specific information or details about a particular type of night vision equipment within this supply class, please let me know.

FSC 5855 Night Vision Equipment, Emitted and Reflected Radiation - United States (US)
FSC 5855 Night Vision Equipment, Emitted and Reflected Radiation - United States (US)

Includes Sighting and Observation Devices, Target Detectors and Locators, Remote Viewing Systems utilizing heat radiation emitted from object(s), associated Radiation Sources, Image Converters and Image Intensifiers, Optical Cells and other components designed for Night Vision Equipment. Holders and Lens used with Infrared Equipment are also included in this FSC.

Excludes Optical Sighting devices which incorporate both day and night viewing characteristics within an integral unit for fire control purpose, nonnight vision type items designed for use with guided missiles, communications, or laboratory equipment, and Optical Elements, such as Lens, Prisms, Windows.

Note-Excludes oscillator items which should be classified in FSC 5955 or 5963; fiber optic items which should be classified in Group 60; electronic modules as defined under Class 5963; and electrical cable, cord and wire assemblies, harnesses and sets, related to FSG 58 equipment (see FSC 5995). In Group 58, more than in any other group, it frequently happens that the same name is listed as an index entry in each of several classes. In addition, that name may also appear as an entry in groups other than 58. Each such entry refers to a distinctly different part or assembly, even though the different items have the same name. The listing of the same names in two or more classes indicates that, in one form, the part or assembly covered by the name is applicable to the equipment covered by one class, and in another form is applicable to the equipment covered by another class. For example, the item name CODER, AUDIO FREQUENCY is applicable to two distinctly different assemblies, one of which has an application in cryptologic equipment, covered by Class 5810, and the other in radar equipment covered by Class 5840. Consequently the name CODER, AUDIO FREQUENCY is an entry under each of the two classes. When an item identification bears a name which is indexed under more than one class of Group 58, or in Group 58 and in some other group, the item will be classified in the same class as its next higher assembly in the manner described in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) Procedures Manual, DoD 4100.39-M. Also excluded from this group are data transmission and communications equipment such as terminals, sensors and other devices designed for use with a configuration of ADPE.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 5855 Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 5855

What is Federal Supply Class 5855?
FSC 5855 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 5855) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Night Vision Equipment, Emitted and Reflected Radiation.
What is NATO Supply Classification Class 5855?
NSC 5855 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 5855 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Night Vision Equipment, Emitted and Reflected Radiation.
Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 5855 in?
FSC 5855 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 58 which contains Communication, Detection, and Coherent Radiation Equipment.
Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 5855 in?
NSC 5855 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 58 which contains Communication, Detection, and Coherent Radiation Equipment.

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 5855 Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 5855

What is an Infrared Detecting Set? 29 Items
An Infrared Detecting Set (DETECTING SET,INFRARED) is a complete set for determining the presence and/or bearing of objects by receiving their infrared radiations.
What is an Infrared Transmitter Light? 43 Items
An Infrared Transmitter Light (LIGHT,INFRARED TRANSMITTER) is a light specifically designed for use with an infrared transmitter to emit energy in the infrared spectrum. May include LAMPHOLDER; Filter, and Lens.
What is an Infrared Receiver? 87 Items
An Infrared Receiver (RECEIVER,INFRARED) is an item specifically designed to intercept and/or demodulate infrared radiations. May have provisions for presenting intelligence.
What is an Infrared Transmitter? 24 Items
An Infrared Transmitter (TRANSMITTER,INFRARED) is a transmitter which emits energy in the infrared spectrum. It may include facilities for amplification and/or modulation. See also: LIGHT, INFRARED TRANSMITTER; LIGHT, TEST and TEST SET, INFRARED TRANSMITTER.
What is a Lens Cap? 260 Items
A Lens Cap (CAP,LENS) is a cap designed to conform to the general shape of a lens.
What is an Infrared Receiver Lens? 121 Items
An Infrared Receiver Lens (LENS,INFRARED RECEIVER) is a lens used as the eye piece of an infrared viewer or receiver. May include gaskets, rings and spacers.
What is an Infrared Collimator? 30 Items
An Infrared Collimator (COLLIMATOR,INFRARED) is an item, which includes a light or heat source and an optical system, designed to assist in the alignment of the optical system of infrared equipment.
What is an Infrared Set Control? 64 Items
An Infrared Set Control (CONTROL,INFRARED SET) is a control that determines the mode of operation of an infrared set.
What is an Optical Element Cell? 43 Items
An Optical Element Cell (CELL,OPTICAL ELEMENT) is a cylindrical item specifically designed to hold a lens, reticle, or window in an optical system. Includes eccentric cells and/or rings designed to be rotated within the instrument to shift an optical element to a prescribed position.
What is an Optical Instrument Lens? 24 Items
An Optical Instrument Lens (LENS,OPTICAL INSTRUMENT) is an unmounted, transparent, color free lens which may be treated with a low reflection coating to increase light transmission. Includes single and compound elements. For items having two plane parallel surfaces, see WINDOW, OPTICAL INSTRUMENT. Excludes RETICLE, OPTICAL INSTRUMENT.
What is an Optical Instrument Eyeshield? 55 Items
An Optical Instrument Eyeshield (EYESHIELD,OPTICAL INSTRUMENT) is a resilient rubber item, designed to be attached to the viewing aperture of an optical instrument, to maintain proper eye distance and to protect the eye(s) of the observer from stray light, wind, and/or injury due to shock of gun fire or similar disturbances. Excludes VISOR, PERISCOPE.
What is an Optical Instrument Eyepiece Assembly? 76 Items
An Optical Instrument Eyepiece Assembly (EYEPIECE ASSEMBLY,OPTICAL INSTRUMENT) is an optical system consisting of two or more lenses secured within a cylindrical sleeve. It is the component of an optical instrument nearest the eye of the observer when sighting. The distance between lenses is maintained by an optical element spacer. It usually has focusing facilities and may include a reticle, filter, and/or diopter scale.
What is an Optical Instrument Cell Assembly? 81 Items
An Optical Instrument Cell Assembly (CELL ASSEMBLY,OPTICAL INSTRUMENT) is an item consisting of a CELL, OPTICAL ELEMENT in which is secured one or more optical elements, such as lenses, reticles, filters, windows, and the like. May include retaining rings, spacers, and/or separators. For items with focusing facilities and/or a diopter scale, see EYEPIECE ASSEMBLY, OPTICAL INSTRUMENT.
What is an Optical Element Retainer? 89 Items
An Optical Element Retainer (RETAINER,OPTICAL ELEMENT) is a cylindrical, externally threaded item having a centrally located hole specifically designed to retain by means of either a raised box (shoulder), or counterbore, countersink, or a similar shaped recess, an optical element such as a lens, reticle, cell, and the like, in optical assemblies. It must have drilled holes or slots to facilitate assembly and disassembly. For items which house the optical element(s), and form the internal or central portions of an optical system, see CELL, OPTICAL ELEMENT. Excludes RING, EXTERNALLY THREADED.
What is an Optical Element Retaining Ring? 111 Items
An Optical Element Retaining Ring (RING,RETAINING,OPTICAL ELEMENT) is a cylindrical item having an internally flanged diameter designed to retain a lens or window in the objective end, or a diopter scale at the viewing end of an optical instrument. It may have one or more of the following characteristics: internal thread or machined for a press fit, method of securing, and/or knurled periphery. For externally threaded items, see RETAINER, OPTICAL ELEMENT. Excludes CELL, OPTICAL ELEMENT; NUT, PLAIN KNURLED; NUT, PLAIN ROUND; and RING, RETAINING.
What is an Infrared Illuminator? 163 Items
An Infrared Illuminator (ILLUMINATOR,INFRARED) is an item projecting infrared electromagnetic energy for the purpose of illuminating an object.
What is a Head-Up Display Unit? 44 Items
A Head-Up Display Unit (DISPLAY UNIT,HEAD-UP) is an electro-optical device which utilizes a cathode ray tube (CRT),or other methods such as, but not limited to digital light processor (DLP), or liquid crystal projector collimating lenses, and a combiner glass, to project a graphic display of data in the operator's field of view. This permits the operator to view the data while maintaining normal head-up position and without obstructing normal field of vision.
What is an Optical Instrument Case? 42 Items
An Optical Instrument Case (CASE,OPTICAL INSTRUMENT) is a portable case which may include clamps, spring clips, brackets or the like, to secure the instrument, accessories and/or components. It may include padding to protect the instrument against shock and vibration. Excludes CASE (2), SURVEYING INSTRUMENT.
What is a Night Vision Viewing Set? 33 Items
A Night Vision Viewing Set (VIEWING SET,NIGHT VISION) is a complete set utilizing a night vision viewer and boresight alignment. May include other additional components such as battery pack, tripod assembly and field handling case.
What is a Viewer Mount? 189 Items
A Viewer Mount (MOUNT,VIEWER) is a mechanical item or collection of items designed to support and/or position an optical or infrared viewer. For items designed to accommodate items used for weapon(s) aiming see MOUNT, SIGHT.
What is a Non-Inverting Infrared Telescope? 27 Items
A Non-Inverting Infrared Telescope (TELESCOPE,NON-INVERTING INFRARED) is an item designed to collect infrared energy and direct it to a scanner or appropriate receiver. May have switching lenses and/or switches that sense the field of view and pass this data to the night sight.
What is an Infrared Light Filter? 154 Items
An Infrared Light Filter (FILTER,INFRARED LIGHT) is an item fabricated of a special glass or other suitable material for the purpose of transmitting electromagnetic radiation having wavelengths greater than those of microwaves and blocking all other wavelengths of light. It is designed to fit into the aperture of a suitable light source or detector. Excludes FILTER, ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT.
Surveillance,Thermal Device 31 Items
What is a Cooler-Dewar Group? 20 Items
A Cooler-Dewar Group is a group of electronic items consisting of a cryogenic cooler to reduce the operating temperature of the detector-Dewar to a proper level for a specific band of thermal detection. This allows the detector-Dewar to function when placed in a Night Vision System. The group may include accessory items such as thermal conductor, bellows, and associated fastening hardware.
What is a Night Vision Goggles Harness? 43 Items
A Night Vision Goggles Harness (HARNESS,NIGHT VISION GOGGLES) is an adjustable strap or arrangement of straps and hardware designed specifically to secure night vision goggles to the users head or helmet to permit free use of the hands.
What is a Night Vision Face Mask? 17 Items
A Night Vision Face Mask (MASK,FACE,NIGHT VISION) is an item designed to allow the user to see at night without using light generating equipment such as flashlights.
What is a Thermal Sight? 147 Items
A Thermal Sight (SIGHT,THERMAL) is a sight specifically designed to utilize, for target display, the thermal energy radiated from a target or the difference between the thermal energy emanating from the target and its environment, respectively.
What is a Night Vision Viewer Battery Compartment? 27 Items
A Night Vision Viewer Battery Compartment (BATTERY COMPARTMENT,NIGHT VISION VIEWER) is a hollow cylindrical or rectangular item designed to house the batteries required for the functioning of a VIEWER,NIGHT VISION.
What is a Cryogenic Cooler? 36 Items
A Cryogenic Cooler (COOLER,CRYOGENIC) is a closed cycle mechanical refrigerator. It is designed for cooling infrared sensing system.
What is an Integrated Detector? 14 Items
An Integrated Detector (DETECTOR,INTEGRATED) is a device consisting of a COOLER, CRYOGENIC and a multiple element RECEIVER, INFRARED COMBINED INTO ONE UNIT.
What is a Night Vision Image Intensifier Housing? 35 Items
A Night Vision Image Intensifier Housing (HOUSING,IMAGE INTENSIFIER,NIGHT VISION) is a housing specifically designed to enclose and mount the components of a IMAGE INTENSIFIER, NIGHT VISION and to provide means for attaching appropriate objective lens and/or eyepiece lens and/or eyepiece lens assembly (ies). May contain provisions for batteries, electrical switches, associated wiring, and/or provide means for purging the assembled end item.
What is a Night Vision Viewer Adapter? 49 Items
A Night Vision Viewer Adapter (ADAPTER,NIGHT VISION VIEWER) is an item connecting a VIEWER, NIGHT VISION with an optical instrument such as a telescope, periscope and the like
What is a Night Vision Goggles Adapter? 28 Items
A Night Vision Goggles Adapter (ADAPTER,GOGGLES,NIGHT VISION) is a peculiar cylindrical mounting surface which will interface and hold a goggle objective and a test apparatus.
What is a Night Vision Viewer Holder Section? 39 Items
A Night Vision Viewer Holder Section (HOLDER SECTION,NIGHT VISION VIEWER) is an item forming part of a holder for a VIEWER,NIGHT VISION.
What is a Night Vision Viewer Housing Section? 46 Items
A Night Vision Viewer Housing Section (HOUSING SECTION,NIGHT VISION VIEWER) is an item forming part of a housing for a VIEWER, NIGHT VISION. Screws,nuts and the like may be included.
What is a Night Vision Optical Instrument Focusing Ring? 27 Items
A Night Vision Optical Instrument Focusing Ring (FOCUSING RING,OPTICAL INSTRUMENT,NIGHT VISION) is a cylindrical item specially designed to manually adjust the focus on an optical instrument. It may have an internal thread mounting method or machined for a press-fit. It usually has a knurled periphery.
What is a Thermal Imaging System? 176 Items
A Thermal Imaging System is a combination of items, such as a RECEIVER, INFRARED, display unit, and the like which converts ambient scene thermal radiation into a form of energy that accurately depicts the spatial details of the scene. It is limited to a straight or backward field of view. It can be processed electronically or may be displayed visually to an operator as a still image. Excludes FORWARD LOOKING INFRARED IMAGING SYSTEM.
What is a Forward Looking Infrared Imaging System? 46 Items
A Forward Looking Infrared Imaging System is a combination of items such as a RECEIVER, INFRARED; TRANSMITTER, INFRARED, a display unit, and the like that together scan a two-dimensional plane for a forward field of vision. It optically images the infrared component of the object plane scene onto detectors, which generate coded electrical/electronic output representing the scene as a moving visible image. Excludes THERMAL IMAGING SYSTEM.
What is an Infrared Equipment Case? 81 Items
An Infrared Equipment Case (CASE,INFRARED EQUIPMENT) is an item made of rigid or semi-rigid material designed to enclose an ILLUMINATOR-VIEWER, INFRARED; ILLUMINATOR, INFRARED or an IMAGE CONVERTER, NIGHT VISION and which protects the equipment against damage and environmental impacts.
What is a Subassembly Infrared Equipment? 89 Items
A Subassembly Infrared Equipment (INFRARED EQUIPMENT,SUBASSEMBLY) is two or more different types of items having a common mounting or mounted on each other, which together form a portion of an ILLUMINATOR, INFRARED; an IMAGE INTENSIFIER, NIGHT VISION; or an IMAGE CONVERTER, NIGHT VISION. Individually, the items are not fully functional and cannot be assigned a more specific item name.
What is an Infrared Light Aiming Kit? 21 Items
An Infrared Light Aiming Kit (LIGHT AIMING KIT,INFRARED) is a collection of items designed to aim infrared light. It may be used with night vision goggles. The kit contains items such as lenses, battery chargers, test lights, lamp modules, and mounting hardware.
What is a Night Vision Viewer Electronic Unit? 48 Items
A Night Vision Viewer Electronic Unit (ELECTRONIC UNIT,NIGHT VISION VIEWER) is an item designed to convert the electric signals emitted by the ANALYZER,NIGHT VISION VIEWER in a video signal. It is used as an interface between the analyzer and the display unit.
What is a Night Vision Viewer Kit? 62 Items
A Night Vision Viewer Kit (VIEWER KIT,NIGHT VISION) is a collection of items consisting of a VIEWER, NIGHT VISION. Can also include various adapters for small arms. Accessories such as batteries, cleaning material, carrying case, tools, and the like may be included. The kit is packed in a transportation and storage container.
What is a Focusing Lens Assembly? 34 Items
A Focusing Lens Assembly (LENS ASSEMBLY,FOCUSING) is an item designed to be mounted in front of an infrared Light Emitting Diode (LED) and allow adjustment of the light from a narrow beam to a broad flood.
What is a Wired Housing Assembly? 13 Items
A Wired Housing Assembly is an item designed to house electronic circuitry of night vision components. It may consist of spring and contacts to provide the attachment of lens, collimator assembly, rear cover and image intensifier.
What is a Night Vision Sniperscope Sight? 76 Items
A Night Vision Sniperscope Sight (SIGHT,NIGHT VISION SNIPERSCOPE) is an item containing a third generation image intensification device which may be mounted on a weapon or the like. The item is designed to acquire and engage targets at night. The item may include the following: a mount, carrying case and ancillary equipment.
What is a Night Vision Viewer? 314 Items
A Night Vision Viewer (VIEWER,NIGHT VISION) is an item designed to view an object in case of limited visibility. Includes fast optics to absorb weak optical images in low light, and/or infrared and /or thermal image spectrum and make it visible by means of an image converter. An IMAGE INTENSIFIER, NIGHT VISION and other items may be included. See also VIEWER KIT, NIGHT VISION and CAMERA, INFRARED, INDUSTRIAL.
What is a Dewar Detector? 10 Items
A Dewar Detector (DETECTOR,DEWAR) is a unit that produces a low voltage signal in response to illumination of arrary by infrared radiation in the 8 - 12 micrometer wave length spectrum. The signal will be processed and use to create an image.
What is a Night Vision Equipment Modification Kit? 27 Items
A Night Vision Equipment Modification Kit (MODIFICATION KIT,NIGHT VISION EQUIPMENT) is an item or collection of items employed to modify night vision equipment.
What is an Infrared Assembly Turret? 67 Items
An Infrared Assembly Turret (TURRET,ASSEMBLY,INFRARED) is an item that is used to position an infrared detecting sensors, in both azimuth and elevation, required to generate thermal imaging used in infrared detecting sets for operator observations or automatic target tracking.
What is a Night Vision Image Converter? 41 Items
A Night Vision Image Converter (IMAGE CONVERTER,NIGHT VISION) is an item designed to act on an optical input image to cause the image to be produced in a different spectral region. In the direct type, the visible image appears on a viewing surface of the item. In the remote type, the visible image appears on a remote display. See also IMAGE INTENSIFIER, NIGHT VISION.
What is a Night Vision Image Intensifier? 259 Items
A Night Vision Image Intensifier (IMAGE INTENSIFIER,NIGHT VISION) is an item designed to act on an optical input image in such a way as to cause an increase in radiant intensity level in a visible optical output image. In the direct type, the visible image appears on the viewing surface of the item. In the remote type, the visible image appears on a remote display. It includes items designed to both convert and intensify an image. Excludes IMAGE CONVERTER, NIGHT VISION.
What is a Thermal Viewer Pan And Tilt Assembly? 24 Items
A Thermal Viewer Pan And Tilt Assembly (PAN AND TILT ASSEMBLY,THERMAL VIEWER) is an electro-mechanical device used to manually adjust the azimuth and/or elevation of a thermal viewer sensor assembly to assist in the location and identification of objects in degraded visibility environments.
What is a Night Vision Image Intensifier Tube? 71 Items
A Night Vision Image Intensifier Tube (IMAGE INTENSIFIER TUBE,NIGHT VISION) is a precision electro-optical component that amplifies weak optical images by converting them into streams of corresponding electrons whose numbers are, in turn, multiplied many times and then are converted back into much stronger visible light images. It is a sealed unit used in a variety of NIGHT VISION DEVICEs to provide observer with a greatly enhanced visual ability despite very low ambient light conditions. Excludes DETECTOR, LIGHT INTENSITY.
What is a Small Arms Integrated Illuminator? 76 Items
A Small Arms Integrated Illuminator (ILLUMINATOR,INTEGRATED,SMALL ARMS) is a device which is a combination of several lasers and white light illumination used to provide multiple capabilities for engaging targets and providing light. The device may contain a FLASHLIGHT or other white light illumination source, an ILLUMINATOR, INFRARED and stand alone aiming lasers/pointers. The device has the capability to mount on an individual weapon.
What is a Thermal Imaging System Subassembly? 14 Items
A Thermal Imaging System Subassembly is two or more different types of items having a common mounting or mounted on each other which together form a portion of an THERMAL IMAGING SYSTEM (45710) but which in itself is not a complete functioning item and cannot be assigned a more definite item name.
What is a Night Vision Goggles Mounting Locking Mechanism? 119 Items
A Night Vision Goggles Mounting Locking Mechanism (MOUNTING LOCKING MECHANISM,GOGGLES,NIGHT VISION) is a device designed to mount a night vision goggles on a HARDNESS,NIGHT VISION GOGGLES.It allows vertical and horizontal motion of the goggles to adjust them to the viewer.A locking mechanism secure the device on the harness.
What is a Ground Persistent Surveillance System? 40 Items
A Ground Persistent Surveillance System (PERSISTENT SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM,GROUND) is a system that provides base security personnel with high resolution, day or night surveillance capability for enhanced target recognition and situational awareness. It may consist of three components; an elevated platform may contain a tower, a mast, or an aerostat depending upon the specific operational requirements. The multi-spectral sensor unit contains day and night cameras and a laser range finder. It can be used in conjunction with a ground surveillance radar which directs the sensor unit to any moving objects.
What is an Optical Instrument Cleaning Kit? 13 Items
An Optical Instrument Cleaning Kit (CLEANING KIT,OPTICAL INSTRUMENT) is a collection of items such as one or more brushes, tissues, solvents, lubricants, and the like, specifically designed for the basic maintenance of an optical instrument such as telescopic sight, VIEWER,NIGHT VISION; RANGE FINDER-TARGET DESIGNATOR,LASER; BORESCOPE; CAMERA,STILL PICTURE; and the like.
What is an Optical Turret? 14 Items
An Optical Turret (TURRET,OPTICAL) is a structured item which is mounted on a vehicle, shelter, mast, and the like. It's designed to contain, but does not include the vision systems of a HEAD,OPTICAL RECONNAISSANCE or a HEAD,OPTICAL FIRE CONTROL. It may or may not rotate about one or more axis permitting positioning the optronic/infrared systems, and the like.

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