What is Federal Supply Class 6640?

FSC 6640 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 6640) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Laboratory Equipment and Supplies.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 6640?

NSC 6640 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 6640 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Laboratory Equipment and Supplies.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 6640 in?

FSC 6640 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 66 which contains Instruments and Laboratory Equipment.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 6640 in?

NSC 6640is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 66 which contains Instruments and Laboratory Equipment.

What is a Screw Cap Bottle?

A Screw Cap Bottle (BOTTLE,SCREW CAP) is a bottle, the neck of which is threaded to take a screw type closure of metal, plastic, or rubber. Excludes BOTTLE, CARBOY; BOTTLE (1), STOPPER; and CARBOY.

What is a Measuring Pipet?

A Measuring Pipet (PIPET,MEASURING) is a nonbulbous instrument calibrated with graduations along the cylindrical portion only.

What is a Volumetric Pipet?

A Volumetric Pipet (PIPET,VOLUMETRIC) is a tubular laboratory instrument which may include a bulb, usually having a single graduation. It is used to measure and deliver liquids. Excludes types which are adjusted for blowing out last drop.

What is a Boiling Flask?

A Boiling Flask (FLASK,BOILING) is a globe-shaped vessel with a neck, and a flat or round bottom, designed to contain substances to be heated or boiled. Its mouth may be designed to accommodate either a rubber stopper or a ground joint. For flasks having more than one neck, see FLASK, DISTILLING.

What is an Erlenmeyer Flask?

An Erlenmeyer Flask (FLASK,ERLENMEYER) is a conical-shaped vessel with a flat bottom and a short neck. It may be graduated and have a mouth which will accommodate a stopper or screw cap.

What is a Laboratory Liquid Graduate?

A Laboratory Liquid Graduate (GRADUATE,LIQUID,LABORATORY) is a vessel generally conically shaped which is graduated to measure standardized volumes of liquid.

What is a Laboratory Graduated Cylinder?

A Laboratory Graduated Cylinder (CYLINDER,GRADUATED,LABORATORY) is a cylindrical vessel with a graduated height generally five times the inside diameter. The graduations are not less than 1 mm apart. If without a base, the vessel may be supplied with a holder which incorporates a base. Excludes GRADUATE, LIQUID, LABORATORY.

What is a Laboratory Test Tube Rack?

A Laboratory Test Tube Rack (RACK,TEST TUBE,LABORATORY) is a device used to hold several test tubes upright when waiting for a chemical reaction or when test tubes are not in use. Excludes RACK, COMPARISON TEST TUBE, LABORATORY.

What is a Constant Temperature Cabinet?

A Constant Temperature Cabinet (CABINET,CONSTANT TEMPERATURE) is an insulated enclosure consisting of a temperature control device, heater amd/or cooling coils, doors, shelves or racks. It is designed to heat or cool chemicals, reagents and laboratory samples in preparation for laboratory testing; or for storage at prescribed temperatures. For items designed to grown cultured specimens, see INCUBATOR,BACTERIOLOGICAL.

A Test Tube is a straight wall vessel with a flat or a round bottom for use in various laboratory procedures. It may have a side arm and a mouth designed to accommodate a stopper or a screw cap. Do not use if a more specific name is available.

What is a Laboratory Ungraduated Cylinder?

A Laboratory Ungraduated Cylinder (CYLINDER,UNGRADUATED,LABORATORY) is an ungraduated vessel with a diameter much smaller than its height. It is mounted on a flared base. If with integral thermometer or thermometer slide, see CYLINDER, HYDROMETER JAR. Excludes BEAKER, LABORATORY and JAR, CYLINDRICAL, LABORATORY.

Laboratory Equipment and Supplies - Norway (NO)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 6640

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 6640

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 66 Instruments and Laboratory Equipment

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 66 Instruments and Laboratory Equipment

Items Managed by Norway (NO) - NCB is 25

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NSN Format for Laboratory Equipment and Supplies
Codified by Norway

66	40	25	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 6640 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 66, which is dedicated to Instruments And Laboratory Equipment.

NATO Supply Class 6640 specifically focuses on Laboratory Equipment And Supplies. This class includes a wide range of equipment and supplies that are commonly used in laboratory settings for various purposes such as testing, analysis, and research.

Some examples of items that fall under NATO Supply Class 6640 include:

1. Laboratory glassware: This includes beakers, test tubes, flasks, and other glass containers used for holding and measuring liquids or conducting experiments.

2. Laboratory chemicals: This includes various chemicals used for experiments, testing, and analysis. Examples include reagents, solvents, acids, and bases.

3. Laboratory instruments: This includes a wide range of instruments used for measuring, analyzing, and monitoring various parameters. Examples include pH meters, spectrophotometers, balances, and centrifuges.

4. Laboratory consumables: This includes disposable items used in laboratories, such as gloves, pipettes, syringes, and filters.

5. Laboratory safety equipment: This includes items used to ensure the safety of personnel working in laboratories, such as safety goggles, lab coats, and fume hoods.

It's important to note that NATO Supply Class 6640 is just one classification within the broader NATO Supply Group 66. This group encompasses a wide range of instruments and equipment used in laboratory settings, including both specialized and general-purpose items.

By categorizing laboratory equipment and supplies into specific supply classes, NATO aims to facilitate procurement and standardization across member nations, ensuring interoperability and efficient logistics support.

FSC 6640 Laboratory Equipment and Supplies - Norway (NO)

Includes Laboratory Glassware; Laboratory Funnels; Laboratory Furnaces; Glass Beads; Laboratory White Sand; Litmus Paper; Paper Filters; Insect Transfixion Pins; Laboratory Glass Wool; Laboratory Furniture, except Dental Laboratory.

Excludes Instruments covered by other classes in group 66; Dental Laboratory Equipment; Laboratory Scales and Balances; In Vitro Diagnostic Substances and Reagents.

Note-Infrared assemblies (including sub-assemblies and components) designed specifically for use as or with instruments and laboratory equipment are included in the classes of this group. Also included are computers (including computer assemblies, computer systems and components) designed specifically for use with instruments and laboratory equipment.

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