What is Federal Supply Class 8305?

FSC 8305 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 8305) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Textile Fabrics.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 8305?

NSC 8305 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 8305 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Textile Fabrics.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 8305 in?

FSC 8305 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 83 which contains Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 8305 in?

NSC 8305is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 83 which contains Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags.

What is an Artificial Leather?

An Artificial Leather is a broad fabric more than 6 inches (152.4 millimeters) in width, made to resemble genuine leather. Excludes CLOTH, COATED.

What is a Coated Cloth?

A Coated Cloth (CLOTH,COATED) is a broad, nonmetallic cloth more than 6 inches in width, coated on one or both sides. For rubber sheet with nonmetallic cloth insert(s), see RUBBER SHEET, SOLID, CLOTH INSERT. See also CLOTH, LAMINATED. Excludes CLOTH, IMPREGNATED.

What is a Textile Webbing?

A Textile Webbing (WEBBING,TEXTILE) is a strong closely woven or knitted narrow fabric, in width up to and including 12 inches (304.8 millimeters), which may be made of cotton, jute, hemp, linen, nylon, and the like.It may have elastic strands.It may be of tubular construction or have two selvage edges.Excludes BRAID, TEXTILE.

What is a Laminated Cloth?

A Laminated Cloth (CLOTH,LAMINATED) is a fabricated material other than rubber sheet composed of two or more plies that are either put together by a binder such as rubber, glue, or resin; or put together under extreme pressure without a binder, or melted together under a heat-pressure process. At least one layer must qualify as a textile product, the other layer(s) being plastic sheet, aluminum foil or the like. The laminated product may be coated on one or both sides. For items with a single layer of nonmetallic cloth coated on one or both sides see CLOTH, COATED. For rubber sheet with nonmetallic cloth inserts see RUBBER SHEET, SOLID, CLOTH INSERT.

What is a Felt Sheet?

A Felt Sheet is a fabric made of various fibers which have been matted, pressed and rolled, or woven, napped and felted. Furnished in widths greater than 6 inches (152.4 millimeters) and at least 0.10 inch (2.54 millimeters) thick. It includes bulk felt material cut to specific lengths of over 12 inches (304.8 millimeters) or in a continuous roll. See also CLOTH, FELT.

What is a Felt Strip?

A Felt Strip is a fabric made of various fibers which have been matted, pressed and rolled; or woven, napped and felted. It may be a flat or special shape in cross section, up to and including 6 inches (152.4 millimeters) in width. This item is furnished in bulk form only. For items cut to specific dimensions or stocked in lengths for specific applications, see FELT, MECHANICAL, PREFORMED.

What is an Elastic Cord?

An Elastic Cord (CORD,ELASTIC) is an item composed of one or more elastic strands encased within a layer or layers of braid. It is generally used for shock absorbing and exercising cord. It may be straight cord or endless ring type. Excludes garters and CORD, ELASTIC, PARACHUTE PACK OPENING.

What is a Melton Cloth?

A Melton Cloth (CLOTH,MELTON) is a broken twill weave cloth with a smooth, feltlike finish. It is used for uniforms, overcoats, and windbreakers.

What is a Burlap Cloth?

A Burlap Cloth (CLOTH,BURLAP) is a coarse, heavy, plain weave cloth made with single yarns. It is used in the unfinished state for bagging, upholstery, linings, and the like.

What is a Terry Cloth?

A Terry Cloth (CLOTH,TERRY) is a medium to heavyweight cloth with a loop pile on one or both surfaces. It is highly absorbent, usually used for toweling, bath mats, beach robes and the like.

What is a Drill Cloth?

A Drill Cloth (CLOTH,DRILL) is a strong, warp-faced, twilled cloth, medium to heavy weight, generally made with coarse carded yarns in a two up, one down left-hand twill in a dense construction.

What is a Cheesecloth Cloth?

A Cheesecloth Cloth (CLOTH,CHEESECLOTH) is a lightweight, thin, carded cloth loosely woven in a plain weave. It is used for surgical dressings, dust cloths, bookbindings, straining purposes, and the like.

What is a Broadcloth Cloth?

A Broadcloth Cloth (CLOTH,BROADCLOTH) is a closely woven, plain weave cloth of various fibers, except wool, characterized by a fine ribbed effect in the direction of the filling (width) of the cloth, or a fine, closely woven wool, or wool synthetic blend cloth, with a napped face, made in a plain or twill weave. It may be napped on one or both sides.

What is a Gabardine Cloth?

A Gabardine Cloth (CLOTH,GABARDINE) is a tightly woven warp-faced cloth in a twill weave, characterized by distinct, closely-set, raised ribs or cords.

What is a Flannel Cloth?

A Flannel Cloth (CLOTH,FLANNEL) is a medium or lightweight cloth woven in either plain, twill, or satin weave having a nap on one or both sides to impart warmth, softness, absorbency, and bulk.

What is a Duck Cloth?

A Duck Cloth (CLOTH,DUCK) is a strong, heavy, single woven cloth in a plain or basket weave using either single or plied yarns, interlaced singly or in pairs.

What is a Plain Weave Cloth?

A Plain Weave Cloth (CLOTH,PLAIN WEAVE) is a cloth generally constructed by passing each filling yarn successively over and under each warp yarn, alternating each row. It is used in about 80 percent of all woven fabric. Do not use if a more specific item name is applicable.

What is a Taffeta Cloth?

A Taffeta Cloth (CLOTH,TAFFETA) is a plain weave, closely woven, lustrous cloth, smooth and crisp, and characterized by a fine cross rib. It is used for draperies, bedspreads, lampshades and the like.

What is a Tropical Cloth?

A Tropical Cloth (CLOTH,TROPICAL) is a lightweight cloth of a porous construction in a wide variety of weaves and textures. It is used in garments to be worn in warm climates.

What is a Twill Cloth?

A Twill Cloth (CLOTH,TWILL) is a cloth woven to produce a distinct diagonal rib or twill line, to right or left, and appears in a regular repeat with variations of the twill angle. Do not use if a more specific item name applies.

What is a Serge Cloth?

A Serge Cloth (CLOTH,SERGE) is a smooth-faced cloth with a 2/2 twill weave made from yarns consisting of a blend of various fibers for both the warp and filling. It is generally used for men's, women's, and children's clothing and the like.

What is a Satin Cloth?

A Satin Cloth (CLOTH,SATIN) is a cloth having a satin weave and characterized by smoothness and luster. It generally has a warp-face with a great many more ends per inch than picks.

What is a Cloth Patch?

A Cloth Patch (PATCH,CLOTH) is an item precut to a specific size. It is used to patch open areas of various surfaces. It may be used as a reinforcement and may or may not have adhesive coating. Excludes items with a more specific application.

Textile Fabrics - Canada (CA)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 8305

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 8305

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 83 Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 83 Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags

Items Managed by Canada (CA) - NCB is 20 or 21

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NSN Format for Textile Fabrics
Codified by Canada

83	05	21	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 8305 refers to Textile Fabrics within NATO Supply Group 83. NATO Supply Group 83 encompasses various items related to textiles, leather, furs, apparel, shoe findings, tents, and flags.

Textile Fabrics, as classified under NATO Supply Class 8305, include a wide range of materials used in the production of textiles. These fabrics can be made from natural fibers such as cotton, silk, wool, or from synthetic fibers like polyester, nylon, or acrylic. They are used in the manufacturing of clothing, upholstery, bedding, curtains, and other textile products.

The purpose of NATO Supply Class 8305 is to provide a standardized classification system for textile fabrics within the NATO logistics framework. This classification system helps in the identification, procurement, and distribution of textile fabrics across NATO member countries.

By categorizing textile fabrics under NATO Supply Class 8305, it becomes easier for NATO member nations to communicate and coordinate their textile-related requirements. This classification system ensures that the right type of textile fabric is procured and supplied for various military, logistical, and operational needs.

It is important to note that NATO Supply Class 8305 is just one of the many supply classes within NATO Supply Group 83. This group covers a wide range of items related to textiles, leather, furs, apparel, shoe findings, tents, and flags. Each supply class within this group focuses on a specific category of products, allowing for efficient management and procurement within the NATO logistics system.

Overall, NATO Supply Class 8305 plays a crucial role in the standardization and coordination of textile fabrics within NATO member countries, ensuring the availability of the right materials for various military and logistical purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 8305

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