NSN 5340-00-353-8638

Part Details | FUSIBLE PLUG

5340-00-353-8638 An externally threaded cylindrical item, usually containing a fusible core, or a tapered smooth finished press-in insert made entirely of metallic eutectic substance. If without core, the item may be machined internally or have provisions to accomodate same. It is a safety device for aircraft wheels (prevents heat induced tire explosion), boilers, compressors, and similar equipment.

Alternate Parts: VT3383, 233295, E600A215, E600A215, 5340-00-353-8638, 00-353-8638, 5340003538638, 003538638

Supply Group (FSG) NSN Assigned NIIN Item Name Code (INC)
53JAN 01, 196300-353-863811108 ( PLUG, FUSIBLE )
REFERENCE DRAWINGS & PICTURES
Cross Reference | NSN 5340-00-353-8638
Part Number Cage Code Manufacturer
VT338310988CNH INDUSTRIAL AMERICA LLC
23329530076HYSTER-YALE GROUP, INC.
E600A21512472LOCKWOOD CORP
E600A21514351TELEDYNE CONTINENTAL MOTORSINDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS DIV
Technical Data | NSN 5340-00-353-8638
Characteristic Specifications
CORE DIAMETER0.125 INCHES NOMINAL
USAGE LOCATION INSIDE
THREAD SIZE AND SERIES/TYPE DESIGNATOR1 TO 8-27 NPT
CORE FUSING TEMP RATING257.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT
FEATURES PROVIDED CORE