DESCRIPTION AND USABLE ON CODE (UOC)

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- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at

general support level.

- Reparable item.

When beyond lower level repair capability, return to depot.

Condemnation and disposal of item not authorized below depot level.

- Reparable item. Condemnation, and disposal not authorized below specialized repair

activity (SRA).

- 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.

c. FSCM (Column (3)). The Federal Supply Code for Manufacturer (FSCM) is a 5-digit numeric code which is used

to identify the manufacturer, distributor, or Government agency, etc., that supplies the item.

d. PART NUMBER (Column (4)). 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 a NSN to requisition an item, the item you receive may have

a different part number from the part ordered.

e. DESCRIPTION AND USABLE ON CODE (UOC) (Column (5)). This column includes the following information:

(1) The Federal item name and, when required, a minimum description to identify the item.

(2) Part numbers for bulk materials are referenced in this column in the line item entry for the item to be

manufactured/fabricated.

(3) The USABLE ON CODE, when applicable (see paragraph 5, Special Information).

(4) In the Special Tools List section, the Basis of Issue (BOI) appears as the last line(s) in the entry for each

special tool, special TMDE, and other special support equipment. When density of equipments supported exceeds

density spread indicated in the basis of issue, the total authorization is increased proportionately.

f. QTY (Column (6)). The QTY (quantity per figure column) indicates the quantity of the item used in the breakout

shown on the illustration figure, which is prepared for a functional group, subfunctional group, or an assembly. A "V"

appearing in this column in lieu of a quantity indicates that the quantity is variable and the quantity may vary from

application to application.