014544015

DETECTOR,ICE

NiiN: 014544015

NSN: 6340-01-454-4015

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$17k

Avg. Price per Unit

467

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai carried out a criticality analysis of NiiN 014544015, an obsolete part utilized in national security programs and weapon systems, notably the AIRCRAFT, F/A-18 series (A - D, E/F, G GROWLER). NiiN 014544015, also known by its NSN: 6340-01-454-4015, functions as a DETECTOR, ICE. Despite being officially obsolete, it remains accessible through a limited pool of suppliers and has no interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The part requires a production lead time of 467 days and has an average unit price of $17k.

Information regarding NiiN 014544015, including the list of manufacturers and suppliers, associated parts and components, related critical weapon systems, and recent procurement history, is detailed in the following tables.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
DNE Technologies, Inc.	96238	93160080117
The Boeing Company	76301	74990052117, 93160080117
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Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE4A723P1722	$421,050	14	11/16/22
SPE4A619PF579	$139,653	9	5/15/19
SPE4A619P1238	$49,988	4	10/18/18

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 014544015?

NiiN 014544015, a DETECTOR,ICE, is an indispensable component in four critical weapon systems, yet it has zero official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. With its limited availability from one or few sources, program managers tasked with overseeing these systems are turning to similar NiiNs that can be adapted to mitigate 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 information, to deliver a comprehensive multi-factor similarity score. By using Ark, program managers can more efficiently manage parts supply and diversify their supply chain for crucial national security programs.Click Learn More below to explore our AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives analytical tools. Discover how Ark can help you navigate supply chain challenges and ensure the continuity of your critical projects.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 014544015

Property	Details
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION	USED TO REMOVE ICE FROM AIRCRAFT
END ITEM IDENTIFICATION	F/A-18E/F
ITEM NAME	DETECTOR,ICE
6 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 014544015

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A - D, E/F, G (GROWLER)	Z9N
AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18	43N
AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18 (E/F)	VUN
4 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 014544015

74990052117, 93160080117

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