Miscellaneous Fire Control Equipment

Federal Supply Class (FSC: 1290

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 1290

Group Description: Fire Control Equipment

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 12

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 12

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NSN Format for Miscellaneous Fire Control Equipment

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Federal Supply Class
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FSC 1290 Miscellaneous Fire Control Equipment
FSC 1290 Miscellaneous Fire Control Equipment

Includes Fuze Setters; Ordnance Cable Systems; Aiming Circles; Flash and Sound Ranging Sets; Fire Control Components and Subassemblies Not Classifiable in Other Classes of Group 12.

Note-Fire control assemblies, subassemblies, and components are classified: a. In appropriate classes of this group when: (1) Designed for multiple applications to different kinds of fire control equipment. (2) Modified for use with guided missile remote control systems. (3) Designed specifically for shipborne guided missile remote control systems. (4) Radar equipment, designed specifically for fire control systems. (5) Both day and night viewing characteristics are incorporated into an integral unit. b. In Class 1270 or 1280, when designed specifically for aircraft gunnery or aircraft bombing fire control, respectively. c. In Class 1430, when designed specifically for guided missile remote control systems, except shipboard type. d. In appropriate classes of Group 58, when designed for multiple applications to both fire control and communication equipment. e. In appropriate classes of Group 58 when designed for night vision.

Additional Information for Miscellaneous Fire Control Equipment Additional Information for Miscellaneous Fire Control Equipment

NATO Supply Class 1290 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 12, which is dedicated to Fire Control Equipment. Specifically, Class 1290 pertains to Miscellaneous Fire Control Equipment.

Miscellaneous Fire Control Equipment refers to a wide range of devices and systems used in the control and management of fires. This can include various components and accessories that are essential for effective fire control and prevention.

Some examples of equipment that fall under NATO Supply Class 1290 include:

1. Fire control panels: These are control units that monitor and manage fire detection and suppression systems. They provide real-time information about the status of fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and other fire control measures.

2. Fire alarm systems: These systems are designed to detect the presence of fire or smoke and alert occupants of a building or facility. They typically consist of smoke detectors, heat detectors, and audible/visual alarms.

3. Fire suppression systems: These systems are used to extinguish fires or control their spread. They can include automatic sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, and specialized suppression agents like foam or gas.

4. Fire pumps: These are devices used to provide water pressure for fire sprinkler systems. They ensure an adequate water supply and pressure to effectively combat fires.

5. Fire hoses and nozzles: These are essential tools for firefighters to deliver water or other extinguishing agents to the fire. They come in various sizes and types, depending on the specific application.

6. Fire control instruments: These instruments are used to measure and monitor fire-related parameters such as temperature, heat radiation, or gas concentration. They help in assessing the severity of a fire and determining appropriate control measures.

It's important to note that NATO Supply Class 1290 encompasses a wide range of equipment, and the specific items included may vary depending on the classification system used by individual countries or organizations.

NSN by Country NSN by Country

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 1290 Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 1290

What is Federal Supply Class 1290?
FSC 1290 is the Federal Supply Class(formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 1290) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Miscellaneous Fire Control Equipment.
What is NATO Supply Classification Class 1290?
NSC 1290 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 1290 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Miscellaneous Fire Control Equipment.
Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 1290 in?
FSC 1290 is in Federal Supply Group(FSG) 12 which contains .
Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 1290 in?
NSC 1290 is in NATO Supply Classification Group(NSG) 12 which contains .

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 1290 Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 1290

What is a Sound Ranging Set? 21 Items
A Sound Ranging Set is a complete electronic set specifically designed for detecting and/or determining the range and bearing of sounds.
What is a Mechanical Azimuth Indicator? 40 Items
A Mechanical Azimuth Indicator (INDICATOR,AZIMUTH,MECHANICAL) is a device used to indicate the position of a target in relation to a gun and the longitudinal axis of the vehicle. It is actuated by a ring gear attached to a tank turret or gun carriage. The scale pointers may be set independently by manual operation of a pointer knob. Includes accommodations for a LIGHT, INSTRUMENT for night operations.
What is an Electrical Special Purpose Cable Assembly? 387 Items
An Electrical Special Purpose Cable Assembly (CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPECIAL PURPOSE,ELECTRICAL) is a definite continuous length of CABLE, SPECIAL PURPOSE, ELECTRICAL, having one or more ends processed or terminated in fittings which provide for connection to other items. Excludes items having branches or forks. Excludes LEAD, TEST and CABLE AND CONDUIT ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL.
What is an Electrical Synchronizer? 25 Items
An Electrical Synchronizer (SYNCHRONIZER,ELECTRICAL) is an item which aligns and/or connects two or more electrical signals with respect to time.
What is an Indicator Panel? 225 Items
An Indicator Panel (PANEL,INDICATOR) is a panel designed for indicating purposes only. It does not distribute power nor control the equipment with which it is used. See also PANEL, POWER DISTRIBUTION; SWITCHBOARD, POWER and INDICATOR ASSEMBLY.
What is a Fire Control Instrument Tripod? 146 Items
A Fire Control Instrument Tripod (TRIPOD,FIRE CONTROL INSTRUMENT) is a device with three adjustable or nonadjustable legs, hinged, or rigidly affixed to a mounting head or plate, designed to support various types of fire control instruments. It may, or may not, include a support tube and/or a tripod head adapter. This item may also accommodate various types of explosive ordnance disposal equipment.
What is a Range Deflection Fan Protractor? 17 Items
A Range Deflection Fan Protractor (PROTRACTOR,FAN,RANGE DEFLECTION) is a protractor essentially fan or wedge shaped, which is graduated in mils or degrees on an arc and in yards or meters on one or more of its radii. It is primarily designed for artillery plotting.
What is an Unmounted Magnetic Compass? 12 Items
An Unmounted Magnetic Compass (COMPASS,MAGNETIC,UNMOUNTED) is an instrument which utilizes a magnetic needle or indicator and a graduated dial or card to determine direction in relation to the magnetic north. It does not have provisions for mounting in a fixed position when in use. It may include a mirror bisected by a hairline and affixed to the inside of a hinged cover.
What is a Modulator Subassembly? 27 Items
A Modulator Subassembly is two or more different types of items having a common mounting or mounted on each other which together form a portion of a modulator but which in itself is not a complete functioning item and cannot be assigned a more definite item name.
What is an Aiming Post Light Filter? 11 Items
An Aiming Post Light Filter (FILTER,AIMING POST LIGHT) is a filter specifically designed for use with a LIGHT, AIMING POST.
What is an Artillery Fire Direction Set? 47 Items
An Artillery Fire Direction Set (FIRE DIRECTION SET,ARTILLERY) is a collection of special purpose equipment and supplies for use by artillery fire control troop units such as observation batteries, command posts and similiar units in plotting artillery fire by the flash range method and related operations. Includes plotting sheets, plotting scale and the like.
What is an Azimuth-Elevation-Range Indicator? 10 Items
An Azimuth-Elevation-Range Indicator (INDICATOR,AZIMUTH-ELEVATION-RANGE) is an indicator that displays data for the determination of the terrestrial bearing, vertical spacing, and range, or spacing, between a target and a common reference point, as determined by interpolation.
What is a Radar Chronograph Set? 26 Items
A Radar Chronograph Set is a fixed number of components and/or items, not all having the same basic name, which are required for the performance of a complete specific operational function, that propagate into space and utilize reflected portions of electromagnetic waves for measuring projectile velocities by a radar signal.
What is a Ball Socket Seat? 43 Items
A Ball Socket Seat (SEAT,BALL SOCKET) is a rigid item, usually circular in shape, having a concave or bevel bearing surface on one end. It is designed to mate with and provide a wear surface for the ball of a ball stud, control rod, arm, or the like. The other end is usually flat, flanged, or offset and is usually designed to mate with a flat surface or spring. Includes metal items having a plastic ball socket insert. See also WASHER, CONCAVE.
What is a Fire Control Switchboard? 152 Items
A Fire Control Switchboard (SWITCHBOARD,FIRE CONTROL) is an item used specifically to perform functions such as controlling, protecting, measuring and switching for fire control systems. May include such items as switch units, switches, variable resistors, relays, meters, fuses, synchro overload indicating devices, terminal boards and wiring and may be sectionalized. (For the purpose of this definition a section is defined as a self-contained structure mounted on a common base consisting of a complete framework with all required inclosures.)
What is an Azimuth Indicator? 46 Items
An Azimuth Indicator (INDICATOR,AZIMUTH) is an indicator for the display of the terrestrial bearing of a target with respect to a fixed reference point.
What is a Fire Control Cable System? 42 Items
A Fire Control Cable System (CABLE SYSTEM,FIRE CONTROL) is a collection of two or more cable assemblies, which include a JUNCTION BOX; used for the transmission of electrical power and/or data from related fire control equipment to the gun battery. It may include one or more of the following: azimuth and elevation transmitters, azimuth and elevation indicators, data contact rings, telephone contact rings, and the like. Excludes CABLE ASSEMBLY SET, ELECTRICAL; and CABLE ASSEMBLY, SPECIAL PURPOSE, ELECTRICAL BRANCHED.
What is a Fuze Setter? 125 Items
A Fuze Setter is a device or special tool designed for manual and/or automatic setting, arming, disarming etc. of time fuzes or other types of fuzes. It may have scales and indices for setting fuze time, range and corrector values.
What is an Aiming Post? 76 Items
An Aiming Post (POST,AIMING) is a wooden or metal post, having contrasting painted transverse bands, and a metal point or stake for driving into the ground. A cap on top provides a driving surface. It is used as a sighting point in indirect fire. May be fitted with a LIGHT, AIMING POST for night operations.
What is an Aiming Circle Case? 19 Items
An Aiming Circle Case (CASE,AIMING CIRCLE) is a portable case specifically designed to hold an AIMING CIRCLE and may include a tripod. It has a removable section, which may be padded, to securely hold the instrument.
What is an Aiming Post Case? 23 Items
An Aiming Post Case (CASE,AIMING POST) is a portable case specifically designed to hold a POST, AIMING, and provide storage space for additional accessories. It may be designed to protect against shock and vibration, and when closed, be watertight and capable of floating with all components secured therein.
What is a Fire Control Quadrant Case? 31 Items
A Fire Control Quadrant Case (CASE,FIRE CONTROL QUADRANT) is a case, fabricated from rigid or semi-rigid material, designed to accommodate a specific type of quadrant. It has a hinged cover, or cover flap, which when closed completely covers the opening of the case.
What is a Fire Control Instrument Level? 76 Items
A Fire Control Instrument Level (LEVEL,FIRE CONTROL INSTRUMENT) is a device which utilizes a cylindrical or circular VIAL, LEVEL. It is used for leveling, adjusting and setting angles for fire control instruments of which it is an integral part.
What is a Fire Control Quadrant? 94 Items
A Fire Control Quadrant (QUADRANT,FIRE CONTROL) is a mechanical device having scales graduated in mils, with a fine micrometer adjustment(s) and a leveling and/or a cross-leveling vial(s). It may be physically attached to the gun, gun mount, or gun carriage and is used for setting and/or measuring the elevation angles of a weapon.
What is a Local Control System Drive Controller? 23 Items
A Local Control System Drive Controller (DRIVE CONTROLLER,LOCAL CONTROL SYSTEM) is a component of a local control system which determines the speed and direction of a gun in azimuth and elevation. Includes trigger switches built into the hand grips to fire the gun electrically.
What is a Fire Control Instrument Cover? 90 Items
A Fire Control Instrument Cover (COVER,FIRE CONTROL INSTRUMENT) is a cover designed to conform to the shape and dimensions of a specific mechanical and/or optical fire control instrument. It is used as a protective covering when the instrument is not in use. May include securing facilities, such as drawstrings, snap fasteners, and the like.
What is a Weapon Controller Grip Assembly? 178 Items
A Weapon Controller Grip Assembly (GRIP ASSEMBLY,CONTROLLER,WEAPON) is a hand grip, usually of pistol grip design, designed to be mounted in the sighting station of a helicopter, combat tank, or other combat vehicle. It incorporates electrical controls for remotely actuating firing and/or sighting movement of a machine gun(s), grenade launcher(s), rocket launcher(s), and the like, or a combination thereof. Excludes GRIP ASSEMBLY, CONTROLLER, AIRCRAFT.
What is a Servocylinder? 31 Items
A Servocylinder is a hydraulically or pneumatically powered actuating cylinder with provisions for directional control (positioning) in direct relation with a primary control of comparatively low level force. The primary control input to the servocylinder may be mechanical and/or electrical.
What is a Data Entry Keyboard? 156 Items
A Data Entry Keyboard (KEYBOARD,DATA ENTRY) is a device for data input by key depression which causes the generation of the selected character, numeral or the like.
What is a Data Entry Joystick? 99 Items
A Data Entry Joystick (JOYSTICK,DATA ENTRY) is a hand manipulated device which includes a vertically mounted stick or column which can be moved in a backward&#59; a forward&#59; a sideway&#59; and up or down&#59; and/or a rotary direction. The movement of the stick or column generates a signal which may be used to move a cursor and/or tracking symbol on the face of a display device such as cathode ray tube&#59; to input data into an electronic system&#59; and/or control operation of a system. It may include additional devices, such as switches or variable resistors. Excludes GRIP ASSEMBLY,CONTROLLER,AIRCRAFT and GRIP ASSEMBLY,CONTROLLER,WEAPON.
What is an Electrical-Electronic Equipment Control Panel? 563 Items
An Electrical-Electronic Equipment Control Panel (PANEL,CONTROL,ELECTRICAL-ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT) is a panel, upon which are mounted such items as indicator lights, meters, relays, switches and the like, which is specifically designed for the purpose of controlling the operation of electrical and electronic equipment. See also PANEL, TEST, ELECTRICAL.
What is a Fire Control Equipment Modification Kit? 995 Items
A Fire Control Equipment Modification Kit (MODIFICATION KIT,FIRE CONTROL EQUIPMENT) is an item or items used to modify fire control equipment.
What is a Fire Control Interface Unit? 212 Items
A Fire Control Interface Unit (INTERFACE UNIT,FIRE CONTROL) is a fixed number of components not all having the same basic name used for the purpose of communication between separate fire control subsystems.
What is a Weapon Controller Grip Assembly Adapter? 11 Items
A Weapon Controller Grip Assembly Adapter (ADAPTER,GRIP ASSEMBLY,CONTROLLER,WEAPON) is an adapter which permits a GRIP ASSEMBLY, CONTROLLER, WEAPON to be used for various applications.
What is a Fire Control System Component Support? 217 Items
A Fire Control System Component Support (SUPPORT,FIRE CONTROL SYSTEM COMPONENT) is a device designed to mount and/or support a component or group of components of a fire control system. It may have mounting provisions such as slots, holes, and/or attachments to facilitate installation. Excludes BRACKET (as modified).
What is a Fire Control Equipment Operations Unit? 129 Items
A Fire Control Equipment Operations Unit (OPERATIONS UNIT,FIRE CONTROL EQUIPMENT) is a collection of items designed for the operation and/or control of fire control equipment. The item may contain operating control elements and/or display facilities.
What is a Sight Unit Adapter? 30 Items
A Sight Unit Adapter (ADAPTER,SIGHT UNIT) is an adapter designed to facilitate the attachment of the SIGHTUNIT to the bipod assembly of a mortar. May be flanged and include mounting facilities, such as threaded/unthreaded holes to allow for use of setscrews, pins, and the like. Excludes MOUNT, SIGHT.
What is a Weapons Impact Scoring System? 26 Items
A Weapons Impact Scoring System is a collection of electro-optical items, such as vide0 cameras; COMPUTER, DIGITALS; CONTROL (as modified); POWER SUPPLY; and the like, designed to view and accurately measure (score) the impact location of either ship-to-shore or air-to-ground delivered ordnance, with respect to a target center. May be used during weapon delivery training exercises. Excludes VIDEO TRACKING GROUP, RADAR. See also RADAR BOMB SCORING CENTRAL.
What is a Field Artillery Fire Control Subassembly? 45 Items
A Field Artillery Fire Control Subassembly (FIRE CONTROL SUBASSEMBLY,FIELD ARTILLERY) is a collection of a electromechanical, optical and electronic items which together form a portion of a FIRE CONTROL SYSTEM, FIELD ARTILLERY; in itself it is not a complete functioning item and cannot be assigned a more definite item name.
What is a Fire Control System Parts Kit? 82 Items
A Fire Control System Parts Kit (PARTS KIT,FIRE CONTROL SYSTEM) is a PARTS KIT used for repair or replacement of broken parts of a FIRE CONTROL SYSTEM as modified.
What is a Gyroscopic Orienter Subassembly? 11 Items
A Gyroscopic Orienter Subassembly (ORIENTER SUBASSEMBLY,GYROSCOPIC) is different types of items having a common mounting or mounted on each other which together form part of an ORIENTER, GYROSCOPIC. In itself it is not a complete functioning item and cannot be assigned a more definite item name.
What is a Fire Control Remote Interface Unit? 29 Items
A Fire Control Remote Interface Unit (INTERFACE UNIT,REMOTE,FIRE CONTROL) is a self-contained unit that provides remote communication between the selected ordinance and the INTERFACE UNIT, FIRE CONTROL.
What is a Gun Muzzle Velocity Speedometer? 16 Items
A Gun Muzzle Velocity Speedometer (SPEEDOMETER,MUZZLE VELOCITY,GUN) is an item which automatically measures the initial projectile velocity at an artillery gun muzzle. It consists of a radar, a transceiver with an integrated processing unit, and a single compact housing. It is mounted either on a gun non-recoiling part or on a free-standing tripod mount. The velocity data may be transmitted to a firing control system, a display unit, or a maintenance terminal for a specific analysis in local mode.
What is an Aiming Circle? 59 Items
An Aiming Circle is an instrument for measuring angles in azimuth and elevation in connection with artillery firing and general topographic work. It is equipped with fine and course azimuth micrometers and a magnetic needle. The reticules and scales may be illuminated for night operation. Excludes AZIMUTH CIRCLE; and BEARING CIRCLE.
What is an Aiming Post Light? 36 Items
An Aiming Post Light (LIGHT,AIMING POST) is a light specifically designed to supply illumination on a POST, AIMING for night operation. It may be self-powered, and consist of those items required relevant to the light source such as battery case, lamp housing, toggle switch, lamphood, and filters.
What is an Aiming Post Reflector? 12 Items
An Aiming Post Reflector (REFLECTOR,AIMING POST) is a retrodirective reflecting device which is attached to an aiming post, and used to reflect images of a light source to establish a reference line for indirect artillery fire. May be used with or without colored filters.

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RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
29D19A2
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 1
50
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 5
5423570
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5424536
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5424579
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5421795
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 1
5421794
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 1
185705
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 5
5424633
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5425347
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5423572
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5423191
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5424805
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5423547
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
LM2356802-1
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 1
117548
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 5
5423695
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5424880
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5957130
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 1
5423185
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5423574
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5423700
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5950349
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 5
5423186
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5425562
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5423455
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5423302
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5424564
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5423509
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
TTI100
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 5
5424863
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
5424879
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 1
CF UEA 343 B
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 2
265013
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 6