Explanation of Columns (Section IV) - TM-11-5865-254-24P0008

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4. Explanation of Columns (Section IV)

National Stock Number (NSN) Index

(1) Stock number column. This column lists the NSN by National item identification number (NIIN)

sequence. The NIIN consists of the last nine digits of the NSN. When using this column to locate an item, ignore the

first four digits of the NSN. When requisitioning items use the complete NSN (113 digits).

(2) Fig column. This column lists the number of the figure where the item is identified/located. The

illustrations are in numerical sequence in sections II and II.

(3) Item column. The item number identifies the item associated with the figure listed in the adjacent Fig.

column. This item is also identified by the NSN listed on the same line.

b. Part Number Index. Part numbers in this index are listed by part number in ascending alphameric

sequence.

(1) FSCM column. This column lists the Federal supply code for manufacturer (FSCM).

(2) Part number column. This column indicates the part number assigned to the item.

(3) Stock number column. This column lists the National stock number for the associated part number and

manufacturer identified in the part number and FSCM columns to the left.

(4) Fig. column. This column lists the number of the figure where the item is identified located in sections

II and III.

(5) Item column. The item number is that number assigned to the item as it appears in the figure referenced in the

adjacent figure number column.