015152916

TUBE AND FITTINGS,METALLIC

NiiN: 015152916

NSN: 4710-01-515-2916

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

June 2024

Weapon Systems

$553

Avg. Price per Unit

186

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai conducted a criticality analysis of NiiN 015152916, an obsolete part essential to national security initiatives and weapon systems, including the AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18. NiiN 015152916, also known as NSN: 4710-01-515-2916, is categorized as a TUBE AND FITTINGS,METALLIC. While officially obsolete, it remains obtainable through a handful of suppliers and has no interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The production lead time for NiiN 015152916 is 186 days, with an average unit cost of $553.

Information about NiiN 015152916, including the list of manufacturers and suppliers, associated parts and components, relevant critical weapon systems, and a recent procurement history, is detailed in the following tables.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
GOODRICH CORPORATION	17576	74A4015391001
GOODRICH CORPORATION	6K4C8	74A4015391001
The Boeing Company	76301	74A4011539, 74A4015391001

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE4A119G0013	$2,429	4	12/6/21
SPE4A119G0013	$2,545	5	2/23/21
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What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 015152916?

NiiN 015152916, designated as a TUBE AND FITTINGS,METALLIC, has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs but is essential for four critical weapon systems. This part's availability is limited to one or few sources, prompting program managers dependent on NiiN 015152916 to seek similar NiiNs that can be adapted to their needs, minimizing the risk of obsolescence and supply issues. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool leverages a custom AI learning model that analyzes a vast database of NiiN and NSN technical details to produce a comprehensive similarity score. By using Ark, program managers can more effectively oversee parts supply and diversify their supply chains, ensuring the continuous support of vital national security initiatives.Click Learn More below to discover how our AI-enabled analytical tools can help you find part and supplier alternatives, enhance supply chain resilience, and maintain operational readiness for critical programs.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 015152916

Property	Details
WALL THICKNESS	0.028 INCHES NOMINAL
TUBING MATERIAL	TITANIUM
TUBE OUTSIDE DIAMETER	0.250 INCHES NOMINAL
9 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 015152916

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18	43N
AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18 (E/F)	VUN
EA-18G (GROWLER)	Z5N
4 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 015152916

74A4015391001

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