014172168

FILTER ELEMENT,INTAKE AIR CLEANER

NiiN: 014172168

NSN: 2940-01-417-2168

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$137.87

Avg. Price per Unit

102

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai conducted a criticality analysis of NiiN 014172168, an obsolete part linked to essential 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 as NSN: 2940-01-417-2168, this part functions as a FILTER ELEMENT, INTAKE AIR CLEANER. Though it is declared obsolete, it remains accessible through a limited number of suppliers and has no officially interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The production lead time for NiiN 014172168 stands at 102 days, with an average unit price of $137.87.

Information about NiiN 014172168 is detailed below, including lists of manufacturers and suppliers, associated parts and components, related critical weapon systems, and its recent procurement history.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
Abrasive Blast Systems, Inc.	62974	943850, 943858
Hoosier Industrial Supply, Inc.	0RCD8	--
Titan Abrasive Systems, LLC	71QL7	--

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE7L322P8563	$6,072	33	9/21/22
SPE7L322V5846	$5,763	34	3/16/22
SPE7L322V4951	$2,790	18	2/9/22

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 014172168?

NiiN 014172168, also known as a FILTER ELEMENT, INTAKE AIR CLEANER, is an essential component in three critical weapon systems, though it lacks official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. Due to its limited availability, program managers depend on similar NiiNs that can be adapted for their programs to address obsolescence and supply risk. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool leverages a custom AI learning model, trained on a robust database of NiiN and NSN technical data, to generate a comprehensive multi-factor similarity score. By using Ark, program managers can more efficiently manage parts supply and broaden their supply chain for essential national security programs.Explore how our AI-driven parts and suppliers analytical tools can enhance your supply chain management and mitigate risks associated with critical components. Click "Learn More" below to discover advanced solutions that can ensure the reliability and readiness of your programs.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 014172168

Property	Details
ITEM NAME	FILTER ELEMENT,INTAKE AIR CLEANER
END ITEM IDENTIFICATION	SUPPORT OF PREPROVISIONING ITEMS WHICH ASO ACTS AS POINT OF ENTRY
--	--
2 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 014172168

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
3 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 014172168

943850, 943858

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