Item_Description_5588ES.pdf

This is an Item Description document generated by the PRPS system on March 20, 2024, detailing a specific cartridge component for aircraft use. The item is an aircraft cartridge (NSN 1377016605588ES, CAGE 0FRR4, Reference Number CT01700-1, TO Number 11A18-14-7) classified under the noun "CARTRIDGE, AIRCRAFT." The cartridge is 2.5600 inches in length, 1.0000 inches in width, 1.0000 inches in height, and weighs 0.1810 pounds. It measures 1.0 inch in diameter.

The item is constructed of explosive-rated 1.4 S material with a metal body, connector post on top, threaded middle section, and explosive charge with a slug on the other end. Its function is to receive an electrical signal and propel a slug into a tangible disk on a fire bottle, breaking the disk and releasing the extinguishant. The cartridge has a criticality code of 1, demilitarization code of G, security code of 7, and is assigned MDC WZJ and ES code WR. The initiator contact is Terry L. Lightner at AFCMC/EBHU (DSN 586-9087, Commercial 801-586-9087). The item is not a safety critical screw threaded component, does not require ESD precautions, contains no helium, and has no GFM, GFE, or jewel bearing requirements. No legacy item description exists for this cartridge.