Recoverability code. - TM-11-5830-263-20-P0143

TM 11-5830-263-20&P

Code

Application/Explanation

O-

Unit or aviation unit is the lowest category that can do complete repair of the item

F-

Direct support or aviation intermediate is the lowest category that can do

complete repair of the item

H-

General support is the lowest category that can do complete repair of the item

L-

Specialized repair activity (designate the specialized repair activity) is the lowest

category that can do complete repair of the item

D-

Depot is the lowest category that can do complete repair of the item

Z-

Non repairable. No repair is authorized.

B-

No repair is authorized. (No parts or special tools are assigned for the

maintenance of a "B" coded item.) However, the item may be reconditioned by

adjusting, lubricating, etc., at the user category.

3. Recoverability code. Recoverability codes are assigned to items to indicate the disposition

action on unserviceable items. The recoverability code is entered in the fifth position of the

SMR code as follows:

Code

Application/Explanation

Z-

Non repairable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of the item at

the category of maintenance shown in the third position of SMR code.

O-

Repairable item. When uneconomically repairable, condemn and dispose of the

item at unit or aviation unit category

F-

Repairable item. When uneconomically repairable, condemn and dispose of the

item at direct support or aviation intermediate category

H-

Repairable item. When uneconomically repairable, condemn and dispose of the

item at general support category

D-

Repairable item. When beyond lower category repair capability, return to depot.

Condemnation and disposal of item not authorized below depot category.

L-

Repairable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below specialized

repair activity (SRA).

A-

Item requires special handling or condemnation procedures because of specific

reasons (e.g., precious metal content, high dollar value, critical material, or

hazardous material. Refer to appropriate manuals/directives for specific

instructions.

NSN (Column 3). Indicates the national stock number assigned to the manufacturer's part number.

The national stock number consists of 13 digits.

d. CAGEC (Column 4). The Commercial and Government Entity Code (CAGEC) is a 5-digit numeric

code which is used to identify the manufacturer, distributor, or Government agency, etc., that

supplies the item.

e. Part Number (Column 5). Indicates the primary number used by the manufacturer (individual,

company, firm, corporation, or Government activity), which controls the design and characteristics

of the item by means of its engineering drawings, specifications, standards, and inspection

requirements to identify an item or range of items.

NOTE

When you use an NSN to requisition an item, the item you receive may have a different

part number from the part ordered.

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