What is Federal Supply Class 9905?

FSC 9905 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 9905) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Signs, Advertising Displays, and Identification Plates.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 9905?

NSC 9905 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 9905 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Signs, Advertising Displays, and Identification Plates.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 9905 in?

FSC 9905 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 99 which contains Miscellaneous.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 9905 in?

NSC 9905is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 99 which contains Miscellaneous.

What is a Designation Plate?

A Designation Plate (PLATE,DESIGNATION) is an item which is rigid or semirigid, generally flat, and smooth. Its thickness is small in comparison to its length and width. It contains letters, numerals, and/or symbols, or it may be a silhouette of the designated item. Does not contain words or instrucitons. See also MARKER, IDENTIFICATION; PLATE, IDENTIFICATION; PLATE, INSTRUCTION; PLATE SET, DESIGNATION; DECAL; LABEL; and TAG, MARKER. For items having the combination function of a PLATE, DESIGNATION; and PLATE, INSTRUCTION; see PLATE, INSTRUCTION. For items having the combination function of PLATE, DESIGNATION; and PLATE, IDENTIFICATION; see PLATE, IDENTIFICATION. See also PLATE SET, DESIGNATION.

What is an Identification Plate?

An Identification Plate (PLATE,IDENTIFICATION) is an item which is rigid or semi-rigid, generally flat and smooth designed to be attached to an item and provides data such as name/nomenclature, weight, tire pressure, dimensional data and the like. See also MARKER,IDENTIFICATION; PLATE,DESIGNATION; PLATE,INSTRUCTION; PLATE SET,IDENTIFICATION; and TAG,MARKER. Excludes LABEL.

What is an Instruction Plate?

An Instruction Plate (PLATE,INSTRUCTION) is an item which is rigid or semirigid, generally flat and smooth. Its thickness is small in comparison to its length and width. It has data thereon indicating method of operation, maintenance, and/or personnel protection. See also MARKER, IDENTIFICATION; PLATE, IDENTIFICATION; PLATE, DESIGNATION; PLATE SET, INSTRUCTION; DECAL; and LABEL. For items having the combination function of a PLATE, INSTRUCTION and PLATE, IDENTIFICATION, see PLATE, IDENTIFICATION. Excludes TAG, INSTRUCTION.

What is a Sign Letter?

A Sign Letter (LETTER,SIGN) is a single letter formed from materials such as cardboard, metal, or plastic, and used singly or in combinations in the preparation of signs and bulletin boards. See also MARKER, IDENTIFICATION.

What is a Sign Numeral?

A Sign Numeral (NUMERAL,SIGN) is a single number formed from materials, such as cardboard, metal, or plastic, and used singly or in combinations in the preparation of signs and bulletin boards. See also MARKER, IDENTIFICATION.

What is a Self-Luminous Marker?

A Self-Luminous Marker (MARKER,SELF-LUMINOUS) is an item containing a compound material capable of emitting visible light without previous exposure to a source of visible or invisible light. It is designed to make the object upon which it is mounted easily located in the dark. It may include a legend or symbol.

What is a Clearance Indicating Reflector?

A Clearance Indicating Reflector (REFLECTOR,INDICATING,CLEARANCE) is an item of colored glass or plastic usually having a frame or case and mounted on a vehicle or stationary object, designed to give warning by refracted light from the lamp on an approaching vehicle.

What is a Card-Label Holder?

A Card-Label Holder (HOLDER,CARD-LABEL) is an item designed to hold record cards, inventory cards, identification cards, or the like. It may be attached to another item, such as shelves, drawers, walls, bulkheads, luggage, or switchboards, either by screws, studs, nuts, strap and buckle or similar fastening, or by adhesion. It may be open-faced and open-backed, or totally inclosed. Excludes HOLDER, HOSPITAL BED PATIENT INDENTIFICATION CARD.

What is a Marker Tag?

A Marker Tag (TAG,MARKER) is an item which is either inscribed or color coded for marking items such as cable, pipe, tube, wire, and the like. It has a hole, wire or other similar means of attachment. Excludes BAND, MARKER; PLATE, DESIGNATION; PLATE, IDENTIFICATION; and TAG, IDENTIFICATION, ANIMAL.

What is a Blank Marking Plate?

A Blank Marking Plate (PLATE,MARKING,BLANK) is an item which is rigid or semirigid, generally flat and smooth. Its thickness is small in comparison to its length and width or diameter. It is designed to be inscribed with identification, instruction, or designation data. For inscribed items, see PLATE (as modified).

A Sign is an object for the display of information, instruction, warning, or direction, by means of words, symbols, colors, or shapes. May be luminous or reflective, but shall not be internally illuminated. Excludes SIGN, INTERIOR ILLUMINATED, ELECTRIC. For self-illuminous items, see MARKER, SELF-LUMINOUS.

What is an Electric Interior Illuminated Sign?

An Electric Interior Illuminated Sign (SIGN,INTERIOR ILLUMINATED,ELECTRIC) is an item having an inscribed transparent or translucent inclosure designed to indicate direction, warning and other information of a specific nature such as "EXIT," "DO NOT ENTER" and the like. It is designed to accommodate one or more lamps to provide interior illumination. Excludes SIGN.

What is a Sign Symbol Set?

A Sign Symbol Set (SYMBOL SET,SIGN) is a quantity of packaged symbols for the preparation of signs and bulletin boards.

What is a Traffic Sign?

A Traffic Sign (SIGN,TRAFFIC) is an item, made from a variety of materials and designed for mounting on a fixed or portable support, having a specific word(s) and/or symbol message to regulate, warn, or guide pedestrian and vehicular traffic. It may be reflective or nonreflective, and its use is controlled by constituted authorities.

What is an Instruction Tag?

An Instruction Tag (TAG,INSTRUCTION) is an item which is inscribed with inspection, maintenance, operation, and/or personnel protection instructions. Excludes PLATE, INSTRUCTION.

What is a Marker Band?

A Marker Band (BAND,MARKER) is an item cut to a specific length suitable for wrapping around a cable, pipe, wire, wire rope and the like. It is secured by crimping, slot and tongue, or similar method of fastening. It is intended to provide identification. It may be blank, specifically color coded, or inscribed with information. Excludes TAG, MARKER.

What is an Adhesive Sign Face?

An Adhesive Sign Face (SIGN FACE,ADHESIVE) is an item which displays information, instruction, warning, direction, and the like, by means of word(s), symbol(s), color(s), or shape(s). It is not self-supporting and when attached to some form of backing becomes, and is used as, a sign. It may be reflective or nonreflective. Excludes DECAL and MARKER, IDENTIFICATION.

What is an Identification Plate Set?

An Identification Plate Set (PLATE SET,IDENTIFICATION) is a set of two or more PLATE, IDENTIFICATION of the same physical characteristics but each plate of the set indicating a different name and/or nomenclature.

What is an Instruction Plate Set?

An Instruction Plate Set (PLATE SET,INSTRUCTION) is a set of two or more PLATE, INSTRUCTION of the same physical characteristics but each plate of the set indicating a different method of operation, maintenance and/or personnel protection.

A Sign Set is a collection of two or more SIGN and/or SIGN FACE, ADHESIVE. It may have different letterings or sizes for each sign. For sets of traffic signs see SIGN SET, TRAFFIC.

What is a Modification Record Plate?

A Modification Record Plate (PLATE,MODIFICATION RECORD) is (All Except USA) An item which is rigid or semi-rigid, generally flat and smooth. Its thickness is small in comparison to its length and width. It is designed to be attached to an item and records modifications made to that item. For items having the combination function of a PLATE MODIFICATION RECORD and PLATE IDENTIFICATION see PLATE, IDENTIFICATION.

What is an Indicator Detent Plate?

An Indicator Detent Plate (PLATE,INDICATOR DETENT) is an item which is rigid or semi rigid, generally smooth, it may be curved or flat. Its thickness is small in comparison to its length and width or diameter. It is used to establish predetermined operating positions of an item located relative to it. For items with tooth-like projections on the outer periphery see DETENT PLATE.

Signs, Advertising Displays, and Identification Plates - United Kingdom (UK)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 9905

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 9905

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 99 Miscellaneous

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 99 Miscellaneous

Items Managed by United Kingdom (UK) - NCB is 99

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NSN Format for Signs, Advertising Displays, and Identification Plates
Codified by United Kingdom

99	05	99	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 9905 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 99, which is designated for Miscellaneous items. Specifically, NATO Supply Class 9905 is focused on Signs, Advertising Displays, and Identification Plates.

This classification is used to categorize items related to signage, advertising displays, and identification plates that are used within NATO member countries. It includes various types of signs and displays that are used for informational, promotional, or identification purposes.

Some examples of items that fall under NATO Supply Class 9905 include:

1. Signs: This includes various types of signs such as road signs, safety signs, directional signs, and informational signs. These signs are used to provide guidance, warnings, or information to individuals.

2. Advertising Displays: This category includes items used for promotional purposes, such as banners, posters, billboards, and digital advertising displays. These displays are used to advertise products, services, or events.

3. Identification Plates: This category includes plates or tags used for identification purposes, such as nameplates, serial number plates, or equipment tags. These plates are typically used to label or identify specific items or equipment.

It's important to note that NATO Supply Class 9905 is specific to NATO member countries and is used for procurement and inventory management purposes within the NATO system. The classification helps to ensure standardization and compatibility of these items across NATO member countries.

If you have any specific questions or need further information about NATO Supply Class 9905, feel free to ask!

FSC 9905 Signs, Advertising Displays, and Identification Plates - United Kingdom (UK)

Includes Electric Signs; Sign Boards; Display Stands; Mannequins and other display forms; Printed Signs; General Purpose Identification Tags and Blanks, Nonpersonal; Plates and Tags for specific applications.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 9905

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 9905

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