009828221

CONNECTING LINK,RIGID

NiiN: 009828221

NSN: 3040-00-982-8221

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$1k

Avg. Price per Unit

208

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai performed a criticality analysis of NiiN 009828221, an obsolete part linked to active national security programs and weapon systems, including all variations of the HH-60 PAVE HAWK helicopter. Identified as NSN: 3040-00-982-8221, this CONNECTING LINK,RIGID is now considered obsolete and is supplied by a select group of vendors. Notably, there are no officially interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs for this part. The production lead time stands at 208 days, with an average cost of $1,000 per unit.

Information about NiiN 009828221, including the list of manufacturers and suppliers, associated parts and components, related critical weapon systems, and recent procurement history are detailed in the following tables.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
2LYONS AEROSPACE LLC	8BPE2	--
Bell Textron Inc.	97499	204076267001, 2040762671
Brown Helicopter, Inc.	5V361	--

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE7L323P4426	$14,385	5	4/7/23
SPE7L322P4382	$7,878	5	4/11/22
SPE7L219P0581	$2,190	1	4/5/19

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 009828221?

NiiN 009828221, also known as a CONNECTING LINK, RIGID, has no officially interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs but is essential in three critical weapon systems. Since this part is obtainable from only one or limited sources, program managers must often adapt similar NiiNs to mitigate obsolescence and supply risk. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool leverages a specialized AI learning model, trained on an extensive database of NiiN and NSN technical details, to deliver a comprehensive similarity score. Use Ark to better manage parts supply and diversify your supply chain for vital national security programs.To explore the full capabilities of our AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives analytical tools, click Learn More below. Discover how Ark uniquely supports your program managers in addressing obsolescence and supply risk, ensuring the continuity of critical national security missions.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 009828221

Property	Details
OVERALL LENGTH	29.660 INCHES NOMINAL
END ATTACHMENT LENGTH	3.060 INCHES NOMINAL SECOND END
LINK STYLE	SOLID SHANK
11 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 009828221

Name	Designator Code
HELICOPTER, HH-60 ALL VARIATIONS PAVE HAWK	27F
HELICOPTER, IROQUOIS HH/UH-1	22F
HELO, TH-1H HUEY II	QEF
3 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 009828221

204076267001, 204076267001, 2040762671, 2040762671

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