014552545

ANTENNA

NiiN: 014552545

NSN: 5985-01-455-2545

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$8k

Avg. Price per Unit

185

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai performed a criticality analysis of NiiN 014552545, an obsolete part linked to active national security initiatives and weapon systems such as the AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A - D, E/F, G (GROWLER). Identified as NSN: 5985-01-455-2545 and classified as an ANTENNA, this component is officially marked obsolete and available from only a few suppliers with no interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. NiiN 014552545 has a production lead time of 185 days and costs approximately $8k per unit.

Information about NiiN 014552545, including a 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
CAES Systems LLC	93346	3.38E+11
COBHAM ADVANCED ELECTRONIC SOLUTIONS INC	96341	3.38E+11
JOINT ELECTRONICS TYPE DESIGNATION	--	--

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE7MX19D0027	$9,151	1	9/19/22
SPE7MX19D0027	$228,772	25	9/19/22
SPE7MX19D0027	$8,980	1	4/8/22

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 014552545?

NiiN 014552545 – an ANTENNA – has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs, but it is essential to the operation of five critical weapon systems. Since this part is sourced from a single or very limited number of providers, program managers often seek similar NiiNs that can be customized for their needs to address obsolescence and supply risk. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool employs a proprietary AI model trained on an extensive database of NiiN and NSN technical information to deliver a comprehensive similarity score. By adopting Ark, users can better manage their parts inventory and diversify their supply chain for vital national security projects.Explore the potential of Ark's AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives tools to ensure the resilience of your supply chain. Our advanced analytical capabilities can help you navigate the complexities of part sourcing and risk management more effectively. Click "Learn More" below to discover how Ark can transform your approach to managing critical components and suppliers.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 014552545

Property	Details
END ITEM IDENTIFICATION	PREPROVISIONING SUPPORT NAVICP IS POE
ITEM NAME	ANTENNA
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2 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 014552545

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A - D, E/F, G (GROWLER)	Z9N
AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18 (E/F)	VUN
EA-18G (GROWLER)	Z5N
5 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 014552545

338080120008, 74870118113, AS4358A

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