009208721

TUBE ASSEMBLY,METAL,BRANCHED

NiiN: 009208721

NSN: 4710-00-920-8721

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

June 2024

Weapon Systems

$908

Avg. Price per Unit

400

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai carried out a criticality analysis of NiiN 009208721, an obsolete part integral to active national security programs and weapon systems such as the AIRCRAFT, T-38. NiiN 009208721, also known by its NSN: 4710-00-920-8721, is identified as a TUBE ASSEMBLY,METAL,BRANCHED. Officially marked as obsolete, it is supplied by a limited number of sources and has no interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The production lead time for NiiN 009208721 is 400 days, with an average unit price of $908.

Information about NiiN 009208721, including a detailed 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
BUCHANAN'S TUBE BENDING COMPANY, INCORPORATED	2P501
NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION	76823	351310505, 351310507
NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION	79U29	351310507

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE7M423P3027	$45,182	41	6/12/23
SPM7M410M2809	$295	1	5/5/10
SPM7M410M2809	$3,540	12	5/5/10

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 009208721?

NiiN 009208721, a TUBE ASSEMBLY, METAL, BRANCHED, is an integral component in two vital weapon systems and has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. Given its limited availability, program managers for these systems face challenges related to obsolescence and supply risk. To address this, they often adapt similar NiiNs for their needs. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool leverages a sophisticated AI learning model trained on an extensive database of NiiN and NSN technical data to produce a precise multi-factor similarity score. This tool empowers users to manage parts supply more effectively and diversify their supply chains for projects essential to national security.Discover how our innovative AI-enabled tools can help you find part and supplier alternatives, ensuring the robustness and resilience of your supply chain. Click Learn More below to explore how Ark can support your critical programs and mitigate supply challenges with our advanced analytical capabilities.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 009208721

Property	Details
SPECIAL FEATURES	MATL STL-321,0.250 IN. OD,0.035IN. WALL,1.900 IN. LG; CONSISTS OF MS21921-4J,MS21922-4C,AN818-4,MS20819-4C,-7 AND -15 TUBES,TWO NIPPLES
ITEM NAME	TUBE ASSEMBLY,METAL,BRANCHED
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2 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 009208721

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, T-38	42F
ENGINE, AIRCRAFT, J85-GE-5/13 (F-5A/B, T-38A)	CBF
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2 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 009208721

351310505, JW117715, JW11771537M2, JW11771502C037

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