016268978

TUBE,METALLIC

NiiN: 016268978

NSN: 4710-01-626-8978

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$1k

Avg. Price per Unit

164

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai conducted a criticality analysis of NiiN 016268978, an obsolete part that plays a role in active national security programs and weapon systems, including the CVN 78 UNIQUE (NUCLEAR SEP). Known also as NSN: 4710-01-626-8978, this TUBE, METALLIC, has been officially deemed obsolete. It is accessible through a few suppliers, with no officially interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs available. The production lead time for NiiN 016268978 is 164 days, and the average cost per unit stands at $1,000.

Information about NiiN 016268978, 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
MILITARY SPECIFICATIONS	--	--
Stealth Supply, Inc.	6RVM4	--
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Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE7M420P0769	$17,506	13	1/15/20
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What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 016268978?

NiiN 016268978, a TUBE, METALLIC, plays an essential role in three critical weapon systems but has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. This scarcity poses a significant challenge for program managers who depend on it. Due to its limited availability, these managers often look to similar NiiNs that can be adapted to avoid 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 create a detailed similarity score. Use Ark to enhance parts management and broaden your supply chain for crucial national security programs.Click Learn More below to discover detailed insights into how our AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives analytical tools can streamline your supply chain and mitigate risks associated with critical parts obsolescence. Explore how Ark can be your strategic partner in maintaining the integrity of essential systems and ensuring the availability of necessary components.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 016268978

Property	Details
CROSS-SECTIONAL SHAPE STYLE	PLAIN ROUND
SECOND END RELATIONSHIP WITH FIRST END	IDENTICAL
MEASURING METHOD AND LENGTH	300.000 INCHES NOMINAL RANDOM
12 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 016268978

Name	Designator Code
CVN 78 UNIQUE (NUCLEAR SEP)	ALN
CVN NUCLEAR REACTOR BOUNDARY AREA	XBN
FORD CLASS CARRIERS	D3N
3 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 016268978

M164202875T1G12C60007030, M164207030T1C6000G122875, MILT16420

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