012004308

PLUG,PIPE

NiiN: 012004308

NSN: 4730-01-200-4308

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$228.57

Avg. Price per Unit

135

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai performed a criticality analysis on NiiN 012004308, an obsolete part tied to national security programs and weapon systems, including various models of the F/A-18 aircraft such as the A-D, E/F, and G (GROWLER). Known by NSN: 4730-01-200-4308, this part is categorized as a PLUG,PIPE. Although it is formally declared obsolete, it can still be sourced from a few suppliers. This part has no officially interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs, requires a production lead time of 135 days, and costs an average of $228.57 per unit.

Information about NiiN 012004308, 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
AERONAUTICAL STANDARDS GROUP	--	--
B. & E. Manufacturing Co., Inc.	59680	--
HYDRO-FITTING MANUFACTURING CORPORATION	13899	--

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE7M323P2006	$3,000	20	4/24/23
SPE7M515M5822	$1,800	1	3/18/15
--	--	--	--

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 012004308?

NiiN 012004308, a PLUG,PIPE, does not have any official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs, yet it is essential for six critical weapon systems. Given that this part is sourced from one or limited providers, program managers must often turn to similar NiiNs adaptable for their needs to manage obsolescence and supply risk. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool leverages a proprietary AI learning model trained on an extensive database of NiiN and NSN technical data to create a multi-factor similarity score. Use Ark to better oversee parts supply and broaden your supply chain for crucial national security projects.Explore our AI-enabled analytical tools designed to find part and supplier alternatives by clicking on Learn More below. Discover how our advanced technology can help you effectively manage the complexities of your parts supply, ensuring the success of your critical programs.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 012004308

Property	Details
CONNECTION STYLE	FLARED
NONDEFINITIVE SPEC/STD DATA	12 SIZE
THREAD DIRECTION	RIGHT-HAND EXTERNAL
10 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 012004308

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A - D, E/F, G (GROWLER)	Z9N
AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18	43N
CONSOLIDATED GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT	MBN
6 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 012004308

AN93312, AS4842, AS4842, AS486212, AS4862, AS4862, AS486212, SAEAS4842

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