What is Federal Supply Class 4720?

FSC 4720 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 4720) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Hose and Flexible Tubing.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 4720?

NSC 4720 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 4720 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Hose and Flexible Tubing.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 4720 in?

FSC 4720 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 47 which contains Pipe, Tubing, Hose, and Fittings.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 4720 in?

NSC 4720 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 47 which contains Pipe, Tubing, Hose, and Fittings.

What is a Rubber Duplex Hose?

A Rubber Duplex Hose (DUPLEX HOSE,RUBBER) is a unit consisting of two rubber covered hoses of equal size, laid parallel and held together by a permanent web joint, or the two hose covers are fused together, making a single unit, with or without attachments.

What is a Metallic Hose?

A Metallic Hose (HOSE,METALLIC) is a flexible, tubular item having a metallic tube inner conveying surface. It may have one or more reinforcement layers of a metallic or nonmetallic material. It is designed to convey gasses, liquids, solids, or sound waves. For items with fittings on one or both ends, see HOSE ASSEMBLY, METALLIC. For items used to protect electrical wires or cables, see CONDUIT, RACEWAY (AS MODIFIED).

What is an Air Duct Hose?

An Air Duct Hose (HOSE,AIR DUCT) is a flexible, tubular item of light wall construction. It must have single or multiple layers of nonmetallic material, but may contain metal wire reinforcement, foil type liner, and/or woven or braided cover. It is designed to convey under low pressure gaseous material, such as air and fumes, and light weight solid materials, such as dust, powders, and fibers. For items with couplings, see HOSE ASSEMBLY, AIR DUCT. For items of sleeve section design rated for high pressure use, see SLEEVE, SEAL, COUPLING. Excludes hose, nonmetallic.

What is a Preformed Hose?

A Preformed Hose (HOSE,PREFORMED) is a length of nonmetallic hose, molded to a predetermined shape and size.

What is a Metallic Hose Assembly?

A Metallic Hose Assembly (HOSE ASSEMBLY,METALLIC) is a length of metallic hose with fittings on one or both ends. For items without fittings, see HOSE, METALLIC. Excludes CONDUIT, ELECTRICAL; CONDUIT ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL; CASING, FLEXIBLE CONTROL; and CASING, FLEXIBLE SHAFT ASSEMBLY.

What is an Air Duct Hose Assembly?

An Air Duct Hose Assembly (HOSE ASSEMBLY,AIR DUCT) is a length of HOSE, AIR DUCT with couplings on one or both ends. Excludes items which include a branch hose or fork hose, HOSE ASSEMBLY, NONMETALLIC.

What is a Nonmetallic Hose Assembly?

A Nonmetallic Hose Assembly (HOSE ASSEMBLY,NONMETALLIC) is a length of nonmetallic hose with fittings on one or both ends. For items without fittings, see HOSE, NONMETALLIC. Excludes HOSE ASSEMBLY, AIR DUCT; and HOSE ASSEMBLY, AIR DUCT, AIR BREATHING.

What is a Nonmetallic Hose?

A Nonmetallic Hose (HOSE,NONMETALLIC) is a flexible, tubular item having a nonmetallic tube inner conveying surface and one or more reinforcement layers of a metallic or nonmetallic material. It is designed to convey gasses, liquids, or solids. For items with fittings on one or both ends, see HOSE ASSEMBLY, NONMETALLIC. Excludes HOSE, AIR DUCT; and HOSE AIR DUCT, AIR BREATHING.

What is an Air Breathing Air Duct Hose?

An Air Breathing Air Duct Hose (HOSE,AIR DUCT,AIR BREATHING) is an odorless, flexible, hollow item, without end coupling or a communication cable. It may be of single or multiple layer construction and may contain wire reinforcement. It is designed for use in low pressure breathing oxygen system, air line masks, and the like. Excludes HOSE, NONMETALLIC.

What is an Air Breathing Air Duct Hose Assembly?

An Air Breathing Air Duct Hose Assembly (HOSE ASSEMBLY,AIR DUCT,AIR BREATHING) is a length of HOSE, AIR DUCT, AIR BREATHING which may have end couplings on one or both end/or incorporates a communication cable. It is designed for use in breathing oxygen system, air line masks, gas masks, and the like. Excludes items which include the branch or fork hoses; assemblies made up of the oxygen breathing hose, communication cable, wiring for face mask heater, and vent and pressure ducts for the anti-Gsuit and HOSE ASSEMBLY, NONMETALLIC.

What is a Nonmetallic Tubing Assembly?

A Nonmetallic Tubing Assembly (TUBING ASSEMBLY,NONMETALLIC) is a length of nonmetallic tubing having a round cross section and fittings on one or both ends.For items without fittings, see TUBING, NONMETALLIC. Excludes HOSE ASSEMBLY (as modified)

What is a Nonmetallic Tubing?

A Nonmetallic Tubing (TUBING,NONMETALLIC) is an item of varying tubular shapes molded or extruded from nonmetallic material. It includes flat form plastic tubing designed to be expanded for use and rubber tubing designed to be fabricated into sealing and/or cushioning devices. Excludes HOSE, NONMETALLIC and TUBE (as modified).

What is a Hose Reinforcing Spring?

A Hose Reinforcing Spring (SPRING,REINFORCING,HOSE) is an item of basic coil shape, designed to protect hose lines from abrasion, kinking, accidental damage, or to prevent internal collapsing of a hose as a result of vacuum. Not designed to absorb recoil, shock, or store up energy. Excludes SPRING, HELICAL, COMPRESSION; SPRING, HELICAL, EXTENSION; SPRING, HELICAL TORSION.

What is a Nonmetallic Hose Set?

A Nonmetallic Hose Set (HOSE SET,NONMETALLIC) is two or more HOSE, NONMETALLIC or two or more nonmetallic hose assembly items, or a combination of both, stocked as a unit.

What is a Hose Reinforcing Sleeve?

A Hose Reinforcing Sleeve (SLEEVE,REINFORCING,HOSE) is an item designed for internal support of large diameter hoses exposed to vacuum conditions. It provides vacuum protection while maintaining flexibility and also provides a smooth surface which minimizes turbulent flow. Excludes SPRING, REINFORCING, HOSE.

What is a Nonmetallic Hose Assembly Parts Kit?

A Nonmetallic Hose Assembly Parts Kit (PARTS KIT,HOSE ASSEMBLY,NONMETALLIC) is a parts kit consisting of one or more HOSE ASSEMBLY, NONMETALLIC and a group of connectors, bushings, clamps and acessories.

What is an Air Breathing Hose?

An Air Breathing Hose (HOSE,AIR BREATHING) is a flexible, tubular item of odorless light wall construction. It must have single or multiple layers of nonmetallic material, but may contain metal wire reinforcement, foil type liner, and/or woven or braided cover. It is designed to convey under low pressure air or oxygen for breathing purposes. For items with couplings and/or a communication cable, see HOSE ASSEBMLY, AIR BREATHING. Excludes HOSE, NONMETALLIC.

What is an Air Breathing Hose Assembly?

An Air Breathing Hose Assembly (HOSE ASSEMBLY,AIR BREATHING) is a length of HOSE, AIR BREATHING with couplings on one or both ends and/or a communication cable. Excludes items which include a branch hose or fork hoses; wiring for face mask heater; vent and pressure ducts for an anti-G-suit; HOSE ASSEMBLY, NONMETALLIC.

What is a Hose-Tubing Guard?

A Hose-Tubing Guard (GUARD,HOSE-TUBING) is a metallic or monmetallic item of different shapes and dimensions used to protect hoses and/or tubing from external damage. Excludes GUARD,GASOLINE ENGINE,AIRCRAFT; GUARD,GASOLINE ENGINE,NONAIRCRAFT; GUARD,DIESEL ENGINE.

What is a Metallic Hose Assembly Parts Kit?

A Metallic Hose Assembly Parts Kit (PARTS KIT,HOSE ASSEMBLY,METALLIC) is a parts kit consisting of one or more HOSE ASSEMBLY, METALLIC and a group of connectors bushings, clamps and accessories.

What is a Nonmetallic Tubing Assembly Set?

A Nonmetallic Tubing Assembly Set (TUBING ASSEMBLY SET,NONMETALLIC) is two or more TUBING ASSEMBLY, NONMETALLIC, of different characteristics stocked as one unit.

What is a Metallic And Nonmetallic Hose Assembly Set?

A Metallic And Nonmetallic Hose Assembly Set (HOSE ASSEMBLY SET,METALLIC AND NONMETALLIC) is two or more HOSE ASSEMBLY, METALLIC, and HOSE ASSEMBLY, NONMETALLIC, of different characteristics stocked as one unit.

What is a Metallic Hose Assembly Set?

A Metallic Hose Assembly Set (HOSE ASSEMBLY SET,METALLIC) is two or more HOSE ASSEMBLY, METALLIC, of different characteristics stocked as one unit.

What is a Nonmetallic Hose Assembly Set?

A Nonmetallic Hose Assembly Set (HOSE ASSEMBLY SET,NONMETALLIC) is two or more HOSE ASSEMBLY, NONMETALLIC, of different characteristics stocked as one unit.

What is a Multi-Line Nonmetallic Hose Assembly?

A Multi-Line Nonmetallic Hose Assembly (HOSE ASSEMBLY,NONMETALLIC,MULTI-LINE) is two or more HOSE ASSEMBLY, NONMETALLIC, joined permanently, without mechanical devices, to form a flat, compact, flexible multi-line that is readily reeled onto storage and payout reels on aerial lifts, hydraulic cranes, and portable fluid dispensing equipment. Multi-line hose can be readily separated at the ends to permit attaching couplings and accessories.

Hose and Flexible Tubing

Federal Supply Class (FSC: 4720

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 4720

Group Description: Pipe, Tubing, Hose, and Fittings

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 47

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 47

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NSN Format for Hose and Flexible Tubing

47	20	XX	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
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FSC 4720 Hose and Flexible Tubing

Includes Air Duct, Metallic, Nonmetallic, and Textile Fiber Hoses and their assemblies; Flexible Tubing and their assemblies.

Excludes Conduit and their assemblies (FSC 5975); Laboratory Tubes (FSC 6640); Medical and Surgical Tubes (FSC 6515); Rigid Tubing and their assemblies (FSC 4710).

Additional Information for Hose and Flexible Tubing

NATO Supply Class 4720 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 47, which is dedicated to Pipe, Tubing, Hose, and Fittings.

Specifically, NATO Supply Class 4720 focuses on Hose and Flexible Tubing. This class includes various types of hoses and flexible tubing that are used for a wide range of applications. These hoses and tubing are designed to transport fluids, gases, or other materials in a flexible manner.

The items included in NATO Supply Class 4720 can vary in terms of size, material, and functionality. They can be made from different materials such as rubber, plastic, or metal, depending on the specific requirements of the application.

Hose and flexible tubing in this class can be used in various industries and sectors, including military, aerospace, automotive, industrial, and more. They are commonly used for fluid transfer, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and other applications where flexibility and durability are required.

It's important to note that NATO Supply Class 4720 is just one of the many classes within NATO Supply Group 47. This group encompasses a wide range of products related to pipes, tubing, hoses, and fittings, catering to different needs and specifications.

If you need more specific information about a particular item or application within NATO Supply Class 4720, please let me know, and I'll be happy to assist you further.

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