Adhesives - United States (US)
Federal Supply Class (FSC): 8040
NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 8040
Federal Supply Group (FSG): 80 Brushes, Paints, Sealers, and Adhesives
NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 80 Brushes, Paints, Sealers, and Adhesives
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NSN Format for Adhesives
Codified by United States
| 80 | 40 | 01 | XXX | XXXX | |||
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| Group FSG | Class | NCB | Identifier | ||||
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NATO Supply Class 8040 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 80, which encompasses Brushes, Paints, Sealers, and Adhesives.
Specifically, NATO Supply Class 8040 is dedicated to Adhesives. Adhesives are substances used to bind or join two or more surfaces together by adhesion. They are commonly used in various industries such as construction, manufacturing, automotive, and aerospace.
Adhesives in this classification can include a wide range of products, such as:
1. General-purpose adhesives: These are versatile adhesives that can be used for bonding various materials, including wood, metal, plastic, and fabric.
2. Structural adhesives: These adhesives are designed to provide high strength and durability, making them suitable for bonding load-bearing components or structural elements.
3. Sealants: Sealants are adhesives that are primarily used to fill gaps, joints, or seams to prevent the passage of air, water, or other substances. They are commonly used in construction and automotive applications.
4. Specialty adhesives: This category includes adhesives with specific properties or applications, such as heat-resistant adhesives, electrical conductive adhesives, or medical-grade adhesives.
NATO Supply Class 8040 ensures that the adhesives meet the specific requirements and standards set by NATO for military and defense purposes. These standards may include factors such as performance, durability, safety, and environmental impact.
It's important to note that the classification system used by NATO helps streamline procurement processes and ensures compatibility and interoperability among member nations. By categorizing adhesives under NATO Supply Class 8040, it becomes easier for NATO member countries to identify and acquire the necessary adhesives for their military and defense operations.
Includes Glue; Mucilage; Sizes; Adhesive Cements.
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 8040
- What is Federal Supply Class 8040?
- FSC 8040 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 8040) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Adhesives.
- What is NATO Supply Classification Class 8040?
- NSC 8040 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 8040 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Adhesives.
- Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 8040 in?
- FSC 8040 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 80 which contains Brushes, Paints, Sealers, and Adhesives.
- Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 8040 in?
- NSC 8040 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 80 which contains Brushes, Paints, Sealers, and Adhesives.
Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 8040
- What is a Pressure Sensitive Dry Mounting Adhesive? 50 Items
- A Pressure Sensitive Dry Mounting Adhesive (ADHESIVE,DRY MOUNTING,PRESSURE SENSITIVE) is a film of pressure sensitive adhesive, reinforced by tissue fibers, backed on both sides by paper which has been treated to prevent bonding until ready to use. It bonds permanently to paper, glass, plastic, wood and the like. Excludes TISSUE, DRY MOUNTING, PHOTOGRAPHIC; and PLASTIC SHEET, PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE COATED.
- What is a Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Tape? 55 Items
- A Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Tape (TAPE,PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE) is a flexible item in roll form, six inches (152.4mm) 0r less in width, designed to be affixed to an object by adhesion. It does not contain coding signification, legendary characters, or printed data of any type. Includes masking tape. Excludes TAPE, ADHESIVE, RUBBER; TAPE, INSULATION, ELECTRICAL; TAPE, SEMI-CONDUCTING, ELECTRICAL; and TAPE, SHIELDING, ELECTRICAL.
- What is an Adhesive? 3434 Items
- An Adhesive is a substance compounded for binding materials together by surface attachment. It is not used primarily to fill voids or pores or for sealing purposes. Excludes CANADA BALSAM; CEMENT, WATCH JEWEL; FILM CEMENT, PHOTOGRAPHIC; GASKET CEMENT; and GASKET SHELLAC COMPOUND.
- What is an Adhesive Thinner? 17 Items
- An Adhesive Thinner (THINNER,ADHESIVE) is a mixture of volatile chemicals used in thinning adhesives or freshening dried stock. When of a single specific chemical, use chemical name.
- What is a Gasket Cement? 19 Items
- A Gasket Cement is a liquid composition formulated for application on gaskets prior to assembly with other components of a mechanism. It has a higher heat-resistance than GASKET SHELLAC COMPOUND. Excludes ANTISEIZE COMPOUND and GASKET FORMING COMPOUND. See also ADHESIVE.
- What is an Adhesive Primer? 227 Items
- An Adhesive Primer (PRIMER,ADHESIVE) is a compound of nonspecific materials primarily designed to be applied to a surface to increase adhesion of an adhesive compound.
- Hardener,Adhesive 122 Items
- What is an Adhesive Patch Repair Kit? 68 Items
- An Adhesive Patch Repair Kit (REPAIR KIT,ADHESIVE PATCH) is an assortment of objects, which may or may not include fabric. It may include a hardening agent/activator that is used in the repair of airplane skins and items of similiar construction. The kit may contain articles such as gloves, trowels, adhesive dispensers, adhesives, scrapers and the like which may be used when applying the patch.
- What is an Adhesive Remover? 24 Items
- An Adhesive Remover (REMOVER,ADHESIVE) is a composition designed to remove adhesive traces without injurious effects to the exposed materials.
- What is a Resin Epoxy? 96 Items
- A Resin Epoxy is a liquid, colorless resin without solvent used for impregnated structures of fibrous glass, carbon, Kevlar and the like.It is used as the basic product of the EPOXY COATING KIT.
- What is a Locking Compound? 19 Items
- A Locking Compound is a chemical composition formulated which is designed to lock studs, bushings and large fasteners against loosening and wear. For items which are specifically compounded to provide electrical insulating characteristics, use INSULATING COMPOUND,ELECTRICAL. excludes: CAULKING COMPOUND; GASKET CEMENT; CORROSION PREVENTIVE COMPOUND; CEMENT,IRON AND STEEL; PLUMBING FIXTURE SETTING COMPOUND; PRESERVATIVE COATING, SEALING COMPOUND, RUBBER and textile treating compounds.