005184502

GENERATOR,DIRECT CURRENT

NiiN: 005184502

NSN: 6115-00-518-4502

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$2k

Avg. Price per Unit

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai performed a criticality analysis of NiiN 005184502, an obsolete part linked to active national security programs and weapon systems such as the AN/SPN-42T-3, 42T-4, and AN/SPN-46 (V) 1. Identified by NSN: 6115-00-518-4502, NiiN 005184502 is a GENERATOR, DIRECT CURRENT. Although officially classified as obsolete, it can be procured from a limited pool of suppliers and has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. This part requires a production lead time of 51 days and is priced at an average of $2k per unit.

Information about NiiN 005184502, 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
AIR MARINE SYSTEMS, INC.	0HBH8	--
AVIARMS SUPPORT CORP.	58985	--
Globe Motors, Inc.	25140	43A1388

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE7M023P4124	$2,100	1	5/31/23
SPE7M915V2083	$13,019	7	11/17/14
SPM7MC12V9787	$1,860	1	9/4/12

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 005184502?

NiiN 005184502 – a GENERATOR, DIRECT CURRENT – has no officially interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs, yet it is essential for four critical weapon systems. Since this part is available from either a single or a limited number of sources, program managers dependent on NiiN 005184502 turn to similar NiiNs adaptable for their needs 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 data to determine a multi-factor similarity score. By using Ark, managers can more efficiently manage parts supply and diversify their supply chains for crucial national security programs.Explore our AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives analytical tools to enhance your supply chain management and prevent disruptions. Click "Learn More" below to discover how Ark's innovative solutions can help you maintain operational readiness and mitigate risks associated with part obsolescence and supply scarcity.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 005184502

Property	Details
EXCITOR TYPE	SELF-EXCITED
MOUNTING FACILITY TYPE AND QUANTITY	4 UNTHREADED HOLE
SHAFT DIAMETER	0.1873 INCHES NOMINAL SINGLE END
21 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 005184502

Name	Designator Code
AN/SPN-42T-3, 42T-4,AND AN/SPN-46 (V) 1	85N
FORD CLASS CARRIERS	D3N
LANDING SYSTEM AUTOMATIC CARRIER, DUAL CHANNEL	RKN
4 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 005184502

17138641, 43A1388

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