000348265

ROD,CONNECTING UPPER

NiiN: 000348265

NSN: 2815-00-034-8265

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$11k

Avg. Price per Unit

300

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai performed a criticality analysis of NiiN 000348265, an obsolete part integral to active national security programs and weapon systems such as the LSD 41/49 Ship Service Diesel. NiiN 000348265, also known by its National Stock Number NSN: 2815-00-034-8265, is classified as a ROD, CONNECTING UPPER. Despite being formally marked as obsolete, it can still be obtained from a limited pool of suppliers and has no recognized interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The production lead time for NiiN 000348265 stands at 300 days, with the average cost per unit being $11,000.

Information about NiiN 000348265, including the list of manufacturers and suppliers, associated parts and components, related critical weapon systems, and a recent procurement history are detailed in the following tables.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
AVIARMS SUPPORT CORP.	58985	--
Fairbanks Morse, LLC	7PZX0	16701709
Fairbanks Morse, LLC	82796	CAFB18H, 16701709

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE7M422P1771	$25,240	2	3/29/22
SPE7M322P0593	$26,738	2	10/14/21
SPE7M321P3307	$12,139	1	4/13/21

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 000348265?

NiiN 000348265 – a ROD, CONNECTING UPPER – has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs available, yet it remains an essential component across three critical weapon systems. Given its limited availability from one or very few sources, program managers dependent on NiiN 000348265 turn to similar NiiNs that can be adapted for their needs to address obsolescence and supply risk. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool employs a custom AI learning model, trained on an extensive database of NiiN and NSN technical information, to provide a multi-factor similarity score. By using Ark, you can more effectively manage your parts supply and diversify your supply chain, ensuring the reliability of crucial national security programs.Click Learn More below to discover how our AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives analytical tools can assist you. Explore the benefits of advanced technology in maintaining a robust and adaptive supply chain, tailored to meet the stringent demands of your critical projects.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 000348265

Property	Details
ITEM NAME	ROD,CONNECTING UPPER
END ITEM IDENTIFICATION	COLT INDUSTRIES OPERATING CORP,DIESEL ENGINE MODEL 38ND8 1-8
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2 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 000348265

Name	Designator Code
LSD 41/49 SHIP SERVICE DIESEL	QXN
MOORED TRAINING SHIP	WAN
WHIDBEY ISLAND CLASS LSD	JSN
3 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 000348265

16701709, CAFB18H

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