015546496

FOAM FILLER KIT 2 T

NiiN: 015546496

NSN: 1680-01-554-6496

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

June 2024

Weapon Systems

$2,468

Avg. Price per Unit

301

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai performed a criticality analysis of NiiN 015546496, an obsolete part linked to essential national security programs and weapon systems such as the AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18 (E/F). Identified also by the NSN: 1680-01-554-6496, this part is a FOAM FILLER KIT 2 T. This part is now officially obsolete, sourced from a few suppliers, and has no interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The production lead time for NiiN 015546496 is 301 days with an average unit cost of $2,468.

Details about NiiN 015546496, including its manufacturers and suppliers, associated parts and components, relevant critical weapon systems, and the latest procurement history, are provided in the tables below.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION	76823	74K5880221001
The Boeing Company	76301	74K5880221001
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Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE4AX19D9405	$81,548	24	8/2/23
SPE4AX19D9405	$50,968	15	3/29/23
SPE4AX19D9405	$78,487	25	8/12/22

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 015546496?

NiiN 015546496 – known as FOAM FILLER KIT 2 T – is an indispensable component in three critical weapon systems, yet it lacks any official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. Due to its limited availability, program managers must often find similar NiiNs to prevent 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 data to provide a multi-factor similarity score. By using Ark, you can better manage part supplies and diversify your supply chain, ensuring the seamless operation of crucial national security programs.Explore how our AI-driven part and supplier alternatives analytical tools can enhance your supply chain's resilience. Click "Learn More" below to discover detailed insights and functionalities tailored to support your most critical programs.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 015546496

Property	Details
PART NAME ASSIGNED BY CONTROLLING AGENCY	KIT,FOAM,FILLER
ITEM NAME	FOAM FILLER KIT 2 T
END ITEM IDENTIFICATION	F-18 E/F FIGHTER AIRCRAFT
4 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 015546496

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

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 015546496

74K5880221001

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