NSN 5340-00-550-8176

Part Details | FUSIBLE PLUG

5340-00-550-8176 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: A3616, A3616, 5340-00-550-8176, 00-550-8176, 5340005508176, 005508176

Supply Group (FSG) NSN Assigned NIIN Item Name Code (INC)
53JAN 01, 196300-550-817611108 ( PLUG, FUSIBLE )
REFERENCE DRAWINGS & PICTURES
Cross Reference | NSN 5340-00-550-8176
Part Number Cage Code Manufacturer
A361656190METADURE PARTS & SALES, INC.DBA METADURE PARTS & SALES
A361696787STEWART AVIONICS INC
Technical Data | NSN 5340-00-550-8176
Characteristic Specifications
CORE DIAMETER0.342 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.346 INCHES MAXIMUM
USAGE LOCATION OUTSIDE
SIZE DESIGNATION 9/16 INCH
THREAD SIZE AND SERIES/TYPE DESIGNATOR9 TO 19-18 UNS
STANDARD DESIGNATOR AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS
CORE FUSING TEMP RATING208.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT AND 220.0 DEG FAHRENHEIT
FEATURES PROVIDED CORE