000686553

COUPLING ASSEMBLY,QUICK DISCONNECT

NiiN: 000686553

NSN: 4730-00-068-6553

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$15.45

Avg. Price per Unit

114

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai conducted a criticality analysis of NiiN 000686553, which is an obsolete part tied to active national security programs and weapon systems like the AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A - D, E/F, G (GROWLER). Known also by its National Stock Number (NSN) 4730-00-068-6553, this part is a COUPLING ASSEMBLY, QUICK DISCONNECT. Despite being formally designated obsolete, it remains obtainable through a limited number of suppliers and has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The production lead time for NiiN 000686553 is 114 days, and the average unit price is $15.45.

Information about NiiN 000686553, 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
Aero Hardware & Supply Inc	5DQH1	--
CECOM LR CENTER	97403	13211E4792
Colemans Military Surplus LLC	4KJP3	--

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE7M321V0199	$5,686	226	10/21/20
SPE7M320V4582	$3,449	73	7/29/20
SPE7M319P3254	$11,232	216	4/4/19

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 000686553?

NiiN 000686553, known as a COUPLING ASSEMBLY, QUICK DISCONNECT, does not have any official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs, yet it is an essential component in four critical weapon systems. Limited to one or a few sources, program managers overseeing projects that require NiiN 000686553 often depend on similar NiiNs that can be adapted to address obsolescence and supply risk. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool leverages a custom AI learning model, trained on an extensive database of NiiN and NSN technical details, to produce a multi-factor similarity score. By using Ark, you can more efficiently manage parts supply and diversify your supply chain for vital national security programs.Learn More below to discover how our AI-enabled analytical tools can help you find part and supplier alternatives, ensuring continuity and robustness in your supply chain. Accessing this innovative technology will bring you closer to seamless, risk-mitigated operations and a well-rounded supply strategy.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 000686553

Property	Details
NOMINAL THREAD SIZE	0.250 INCHES FIRST FLUID END CONNECTION
FEATURES PROVIDED	SELF-SEALING
CONNECTION STYLE	PLAIN FIRST FLUID END CONNECTION
15 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 000686553

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A - D, E/F, G (GROWLER)	Z9N
AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18	43N
ARMAMENT WEAPONS SUPPORT EQUIPMENT (AWSE)	KYN
4 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 000686553

13211E4792, 19092P11, 40002, 44Z1071, 44Z689D2, 560044S, 562744S, 9100297

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