Serialized Spare Part
A serialized spare part is individually identified and tracked using a unique serial number through purchase, storage, installation, repair, removal, and disposal.
What this term means in maintenance
A serialized spare part is individually identified and tracked using a unique serial number through purchase, storage, installation, repair, removal, and disposal.
Examples
Serialized spares may include:
- Motors
- Gearboxes
- Instruments
- Control modules
- Pumps
- Actuators
- High-value components
Practical example
A motor's serial number is recorded when received, issued, installed on an asset, removed, repaired, and returned to stock.
Benefits
Serial tracking supports warranty, repair history, condition, cost, and asset compatibility.
Installed and stocked status
The system should show whether the serialized item is available, reserved, installed, under repair, or retired.
Common mistake
Tracking only the generic part number loses the history of individual high-value components.
Related concepts
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Repairable Spare
A repairable spare is a component that can be removed, restored, tested, and returned to stock for future installation.
Equipment History
Equipment history is the chronological record of an asset's failures, maintenance, inspections, changes, costs, parts, readings, and operating events.
Warranty Management
Warranty management is the control of asset and component warranty terms, dates, conditions, claims, evidence, and supplier responsibilities.
Glossary FAQs
- What is a serialized spare part?
An individually identified component tracked using a unique serial number.
- What statuses may be tracked?
Available, reserved, installed, under repair, quarantined, and retired.
- Why use serial tracking?
For individual history, warranty, repair cost, condition, and installation traceability.