015210421

COVER,ACCESS

NiiN: 015210421

NSN: 5340-01-521-0421

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

June 2024

Weapon Systems

$1,500

Avg. Price per Unit

180

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai performed a criticality analysis on NiiN 015210421, an obsolete part crucial to active national security programs and weapon systems like the SUPPORT EQUIPMENT, F-16 AIRCRAFT. Known as NSN: 5340-01-521-0421 and designated as a COVER,ACCESS, this part is formally considered obsolete and is obtainable from a limited number of suppliers. There are no officially interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs for it. The production lead time for NiiN 015210421 is 180 days, and its average price per unit is $1,500.

Information about NiiN 015210421, 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
Bright Lights USA, Inc.	0RMF7	296592
NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND MANAGED ORIGINAL DESIGN ACTIVITY NOT MATERIALPARTS SUPPLIER	30003	296592
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Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE7L124P1812	$28,500	19	12/12/23
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What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 015210421?

NiiN 015210421 – a COVER,ACCESS – is an indispensable part in one critical weapon system, with no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. Given its availability through a single or limited number of sources, program managers often face the challenge of mitigating obsolescence and supply risk. To address this, they rely on similar NiiNs that can be adapted for their programs. 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 produce a multi-factor similarity score. With Ark, program managers can more effectively manage parts supply and diversify their supply chains, ensuring the reliability of critical national security programs.Explore the full potential of our AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives analytical tools by clicking on Learn More below. Discover how Ark can support your supply chain management needs with unprecedented accuracy and efficiency.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 015210421

Property	Details
ITEM NAME	COVER,ACCESS
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Weapon Systems that use NiiN 015210421

Name	Designator Code
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT, F-16 AIRCRAFT	92F
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1 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 015210421

296592

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