Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies - United States (US)

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 United States (US) - NCB is 00 to 09

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NSN Format for Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies
Codified by United States

654001XXXXXXX
Group
FSG
ClassNCBIdentifier
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Federal Supply Class
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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 - United States (US)
FSC 6540 Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies - United States (US)

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 Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 6540

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

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 6540 Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 6540

Case,Spectacle 23 Items
What is a Spectacle Temple? 17 Items
A Spectacle Temple (TEMPLE,SPECTACLE) is one of the side bars of a pair of spectacles joined to the bows and passing one on either side of the head. It may also be used in sunglasses, opaque shields, safety goggles, and similar items.
What is a Compound Ophthalmic Lens? 2388 Items
A Compound Ophthalmic Lens (LENS,OPHTHALMIC,COMPOUND) is a transparent optical element having a spherical curve and a cylindrical curve used to correct vision defects of the eye.
What is a Sphere Ophthalmic Lens? 163 Items
A Sphere Ophthalmic Lens (LENS,OPHTHALMIC,SPHERE) is a transparent optical element having equal spherical diopter curvatures used to correct hyperopic (farsightedness) or myopic (nearsightedness) conditions of the eye.
What is a Spectacle Front? 58 Items
A Spectacle Front (FRONT,SPECTACLE) is the assembled eyewires and bridge of a pair of spectacles.
Ophthalmoscope 19 Items
Frame,Spectacle 78 Items
What is a Vision Acuity Testing Chart? 28 Items
A Vision Acuity Testing Chart (CHART,VISION ACUITY TESTING) is an item for testing keenness of vision and refraction in any area where ordinary lighting facilities are available.
What is an Opticians' Pliers? 11 Items
An Opticians' Pliers (PLIERS,OPTICIANS') is a tool having jaws designed for use in the assembly and repair of spectacles, goggles, and the like. See also PLIERS and PLIERS (as modified).
What is a Cylindrical Ophthalmic Lap? 170 Items
A Cylindrical Ophthalmic Lap (LAP,OPHTHALMIC,CYLINDRICAL) is a tool with a known surface diopter curvature used in the grinding or polishing of lens blanks to a prescribed surface having unequal radii of curvature.
What is a Sphere Ophthalmic Lap? 83 Items
A Sphere Ophthalmic Lap (LAP,OPHTHALMIC,SPHERE) is a tool with a known surface diopter curvature used in the grinding or polishing of lens blanks to a prescribed surface having the same radius of curvature in every meridian.
What is an Ophthalmic Lens Marker? 13 Items
An Ophthalmic Lens Marker (MARKER,OPHTHALMIC LENS) is an instrument for marking the cutting axis and center on single vision and multifocal lenses. For instruments used for measuring lens characteristics, as well as for marking the cutting axis and center, see LENS MEASURING INSTRUMENT, OPHTHALMIC.
What is a Plano Cylinder Ophthalmic Lens? 42 Items
A Plano Cylinder Ophthalmic Lens (LENS,OPHTHALMIC,PLANO CYLINDER) is a transparent optical element having a plano diopter base curve and cylindrical diopter cross curve used to correct astigmatic (multifocus) vision of the eye.
What is a Semifinished Bifocal Ophthalmic Lens Blank? 367 Items
A Semifinished Bifocal Ophthalmic Lens Blank (LENS BLANK,OPHTHALMIC,BIFOCAL,SEMIFINISHED) is a transparent optical element consisting of a major blank and a bifocal segment. The blank and segment have been pressed in a glass mold to an approximate size and shape, and are ground and polished to a finished diopter curvature on one surface only.
What is a Semifinished Compound Ophthalmic Lens Blank? 13 Items
A Semifinished Compound Ophthalmic Lens Blank (LENS BLANK,OPHTHALMIC,COMPOUND,SEMIFINISHED) is a transparent molded optical element having a spherical diopter base curve and a cylindrical diopter cross curve, an approximate size and shape, and has been ground and polished to a finished curvature on one surface only.
What is a Semifinished Sphere Ophthalmic Lens Blank? 24 Items
A Semifinished Sphere Ophthalmic Lens Blank (LENS BLANK,OPHTHALMIC,SPHERE,SEMIFINISHED) is a transparent molded optical element having equal spherical diopter curvatures, an approximate size and shape, and has been ground and polished to a finished curvature on one surface only.
What is an Ophthalmic Perimeter? 13 Items
An Ophthalmic Perimeter (PERIMETER,OPHTHALMIC) is an apparatus for determining the extent of the peripheral visual field on a curved surface.
What is an Ophthalmic Tonometer? 11 Items
An Ophthalmic Tonometer (TONOMETER,OPHTHALMIC) is an instrument for measuring intraocular pressure by determination of the resistance of the eyeball to indentation by an applied force.
What is an Ophthalmic Slit Light? 24 Items
An Ophthalmic Slit Light (LIGHT,SLIT,OPHTHALMIC) is an item which consists of an illuminating unit and a binocular magnifier or microscope. Designed to permit independent manipulation of either unit, so that the anterior segment of a living eye can be examined.
What is an Ophthalmic Fixation Ring? 13 Items
An Ophthalmic Fixation Ring (RING,FIXATION,OPHTHALMIC) is an item used in eye surgical procedures.
What is a Surgical Lens? 72 Items
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.
What is a Gonioscopy Lens? 11 Items
A Gonioscopy Lens (LENS,GONIOSCOPY) is an item designed for use in examination of the anterior chamber of the eye.
What is an Examination And Treatment Protective Spectacles? 11 Items
An Examination And Treatment Protective Spectacles (SPECTACLES,PROTECTIVE,EXAMINATION AND TREATMENT) is an item designed to protect the eyes from foreign matter including patient body fluids during medical procedures.
What is a Diagnostic Ophthalmic Ultrasound Scanner? 10 Items
A Diagnostic Ophthalmic Ultrasound Scanner (SCANNER,ULTRASOUND,OPHTHALMIC,DIAGNOSTIC) is an item designed to be used for visualization of eyeball structures and intraocular lens calculations. It may also be used in intraocular measurements and real time diagnostic imaging.

Stock Items From Supply Class 6540 Stock Items From Supply Class 6540 Page 5 of 22

012080558
V-G W/PROVISIONING
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2
012028076
23962
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9
MODEL 404
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9
012028038
04260-73
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9
012028036
04260-53
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9
012028037
04260-33
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9
011991994
NSN-1994
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2
011974147
P-77121-091
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2
READINESS SPARE PART ITEM
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 1
011972959
2009
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2
96-0836
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 1
011957731
158
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
INDALLOY 158
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2
6540-00-C94-0911
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 1
011790122
4-264-P
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2
011772634
CS0 TO IS1000M
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2
TOPCON IS1000
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 1
23142
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9
011563442
471#
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
011542163
060
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9
011536700
10127#
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
011536696
1680#
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
011536672
1684#
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
011536695
1680#
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
011536673
1684#
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
011536669
2445#
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
011536670
2445#
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
011536674
1684#
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
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RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
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011536610
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011536613
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RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1
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RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1