000579985

PIN,STRAIGHT,HEADED

NiiN: 000579985

NSN: 5315-00-057-9985

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$1.36

Avg. Price per Unit

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai conducted a criticality analysis of NiiN 000579985, an obsolete part tied to active national security programs and weapon systems, including various models of the F/A-18 aircraft. Known by its official designation NSN: 5315-00-057-9985, this part is a PIN,STRAIGHT,HEADED. Although labeled as obsolete, it remains obtainable through a few suppliers and has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The production lead time for NiiN 000579985 stands at 25 days, with an average unit cost of $1.36.

Information on NiiN 000579985, such as the list of manufacturers and suppliers, related parts and components, critical weapon systems it supports, and recent procurement history, are detailed in the following tables.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
AMS 21st Century Logistics LLC	7QNH3	--
BAE SYSTEMS HAGGLUNDS AB	S3465	20131972
Bae Systems Hägglunds AB	AC90N	20131972

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE4A623V189W	$669	291	5/1/23
SPE5E718P5244	$695	351	9/27/18
SPM5E014MQ008	$1,037	850	11/4/13

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 000579985?

NiiN 000579985 – a PIN,STRAIGHT,HEADED – has zero official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs, yet it remains a crucial component in seven essential weapon systems. Given that this part is only available from limited sources, program managers dependent on NiiN 000579985 often turn to similar NiiNs that can be adapted for their needs to address issues of obsolescence and supply risk. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool leverages a custom AI learning model, trained on our extensive database of NiiN and NSN technical information, to create a multi-factor similarity score. Ark assists in more effectively managing parts supplies and expanding your supply chain for vital national security programs.Discover how our AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives analytical tools can enhance your program's resilience. Click Learn More below to delve into our innovative solutions and see how Ark can support your supply chain management and mitigate risks associated with critical components.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 000579985

Property	Details
DISTANCE FROM CENTERLINE OF HOLE TO END OF PIN	0.135 INCHES NOMINAL
UNDER HEAD LENGTH	2.209 INCHES MINIMUM AND 2.229 INCHES MAXIMUM
PIN CHAMFER ANGLE	15.0 DEGREES NOMINAL
18 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 000579985

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A - D, E/F, G (GROWLER)	Z9N
AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18	43N
AIRCRAFT, SOF (AC-130H, AC-130J, AC-130U, EC-130E, EC-130H, HC	ATF
7 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 000579985

123873505C65, 20131972, 854541, MS203925C65, NASM5673

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