What is Federal Supply Class 6540?

FSC 6540 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 6540) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 6540?

NSC 6540 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 6540 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 6540 in?

FSC 6540 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 65 which contains Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 6540 in?

NSC 6540is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 65 which contains Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies.

What is a Surgical Lens?

A Surgical Lens (LENS,SURGICAL) is an item with a transparent spherically shaped surface generally sutured or otherwise affixed by a surgeon to the eye to aid in vision.

Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies - France (FR)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 6540

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 6540

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 65 Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 65 Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies

Items Managed by France (FR) - NCB is 14

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NSN Format for Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies
Codified by France

65	40	14	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 6540 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 65, which encompasses Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies.

Specifically, NATO Supply Class 6540 focuses on Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies. This class includes a wide range of items related to ophthalmology, such as diagnostic instruments, surgical instruments, optical lenses, eye charts, eye drops, contact lenses, and other ophthalmic supplies.

The purpose of this classification is to provide a standardized system for categorizing and organizing ophthalmic products and equipment used in medical, dental, and veterinary settings within NATO member countries. This classification system helps facilitate procurement, logistics, and supply chain management for these types of goods.

By using NATO Supply Class 6540, organizations within NATO can easily identify and procure the necessary ophthalmic instruments, equipment, and supplies needed for medical, dental, and veterinary purposes. This classification system ensures that the right products are available to support the healthcare needs of NATO member countries.

It is important to note that NATO Supply Class 6540 is just one of many classes within NATO Supply Group 65. Each class within the group focuses on a specific subset of medical, dental, and veterinary equipment and supplies, allowing for efficient categorization and procurement within the NATO system.

FSC 6540 Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies - France (FR)

Includes Ophthalmic Lens Cutting and Grinding Machine; Ophthalmic Lenses and Lens Blanks; Spectacle Frames; Ophthalmological and Optometric Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies.

Excludes Optical Lens Cutting and Grinding Machines: Ophthalmoscope and Otoscope Set; Surgical Instruments and Supplies that can be used by other medical disciplines; i.e., sutures, eye pads, eye shields, eye bath, and the like.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 6540

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 6540

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