004974653

VALVE,CHECK

NiiN: 004974653

NSN: 4820-00-497-4653

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$279.47

Avg. Price per Unit

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai conducted a criticality analysis of NiiN 004974653, an obsolete part crucial to active national security programs and weapon systems such as the AIRCRAFT, HERCULES C-130. Known formally as NSN: 4820-00-497-4653, this VALVE,CHECK is officially considered obsolete and is obtainable from only a few suppliers, with no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs available. The production lead time for NiiN 004974653 is 57 days, and its average unit price is $279.47.

Information about NiiN 004974653, including the list of manufacturers and suppliers, associated parts and components, related critical weapon systems, and a recent procurement history, is detailed in the following tables.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
AERONAUTICAL STANDARDS GROUP	--	--
ESSEX INDUSTRIES, INC.	55469	K12494
MILITARY SPECIFICATIONS	--	--

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE7MC21P2708	$2,681	6	3/24/21
SPE7MC20P5373	$1,790	10	9/17/20
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What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 004974653?

NiiN 004974653, a CHECK VALVE, is essential for 7 critical weapon systems but has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. Given its limited sourcing, program managers often seek similar NiiNs to mitigate the risks of obsolescence and supply shortages. 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 produce a multi-factor similarity score. By using Ark, you can efficiently manage parts supply and diversify your supply chain for critical national security programs.Explore our AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives analytical tools to discover how Ark can support your program's supply chain needs. Click Learn More below to find out how you can leverage advanced AI technology to overcome supply challenges and ensure the availability of crucial components for your critical national security projects.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 004974653

Property	Details
ITEM NAME	VALVE,CHECK
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1 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 004974653

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, HERCULES C-130	06F
AIRCRAFT, SOF (AC-130H, AC-130J, AC-130U, EC-130E, EC-130H, HC	ATF
AIRCRAFT, STRATOLIFTER C/KC-135	05F
7 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 004974653

1015474, 1112526618, 1015474, 4CV648S, AN62494, K12494, MILV5524, S22305664

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