000687009

SHIM

NiiN: 000687009

NSN: 5365-00-068-7009

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$5.20

Avg. Price per Unit

183

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai conducted a criticality analysis of NiiN 000687009, an obsolete part connected with active national security programs and weapon systems, including the C-2A aircraft. This specific part, also known as NSN: 5365-00-068-7009, is a SHIM. Officially designated obsolete, it is sourced only through a limited number of suppliers and has no officially interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. With a production lead time of 183 days and an average cost of $5.20 per unit, NiiN 000687009 presents significant procurement challenges.

Information about NiiN 000687009, including a comprehensive list of manufacturers and suppliers, associated parts and components, related critical weapon systems, and recent procurement history, can be found in the following tables.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
ALLIEDSIGNAL INC	72599	5158311
Boeing Distribution Services X, Inc.	2N935	--
HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.	70210	5158311

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE4A623PG713	$1,734	100	5/21/23
SPM4A412V0829	$1,830	366	11/4/11
SPM4A411V5803	$206	41	5/26/11

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 000687009?

NiiN 000687009 – a SHIM – has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs but is essential for five critical weapon systems. Given its limited availability from restricted sources, program managers must adapt similar NiiNs 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 details, to create a multi-factor similarity score. Use Ark to better manage parts supply and diversify your supply chain for vital national security programs.Explore how Ark's AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives analytical tools can enhance your program's supply chain management. Click Learn More below for detailed information on how to leverage these advanced capabilities to ensure the reliability and sustainability of your critical systems.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 000687009

Property	Details
BOLT CIRCLE DIAMETER	1.455 INCHES NOMINAL
SURFACE TREATMENT	CADMIUM
CONSTRUCTION	ONE-PIECE
13 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 000687009

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, C-2A (REPROCURED)	BPN
AIRCRAFT, HAWKEYE E-2C	17N
AIRCRAFT, PROWLER EA-6B	45N
5 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 000687009

5158311

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