Do you have to use significance in part numbering?
Experts strongly recommend the use of short, numeric-only, non-significant item numbers. We have not found any modern authority that recommends using significance in part numbering. Here are some relevant comments from our PLM book list: Another important point about item numbers is that they should be as short as possible.
Which is the most effective part numbering system?
We have found that part numbers of 5 or 6 digits are the most effective. Garwood: Bills of Materials: Structured for Excellence, page 73 (author’s emphasis)
How are part characteristics included in part number scheme?
If you’re now wondering how part characteristics can be included in your part number, you’re thinking of a “significant” (“smart”, “intelligent”) part number scheme. Although significant numbering schemes are no longer considered good practice, we identify the risks and offer suggestions for avoiding some of the problems.
How long should a part number be in a document?
Document control analysts, warehouse clerks, purchasing agents, production supervisors, and field technicians need to accurately and concisely convey part numbers, often over the phone in noisy and distracting environments. For most companies, a consistent length of up to 7 characters works quite well. All part numbers should be the same length.
Where can I find the NSN part number?
ISO Group has comprehensive parts databases, including an up-to-date National Stock Number NSN Database, that can be searched by NSN, NSN Part Number, NIIN and many other combinations of information such as NSN Part or NSN Part Number.
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