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161231 ✓ Verified by PartsTable
— · CABLE ASSEMBLY
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
SAS cables have specific lane counts: 4i (internal) or 4e (external) Cable length matters — too short won't reach, too long creates clutter
Verify connector type on BOTH ends — many SAS cables are asymmetric
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The BACKSHELL,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR is a the manufacturer industrial component. Key specifications include seal_type: PREFORMED PACKING, thread_class: 2B, overall_width: 1.469 INCHES MAXIMUM IN, overall_height: 1.500 INCHES MAXIMUM IN, overall_length: 4.300 INCHES MAXIMUM IN, furnished_items: GLAND NUT. This product is currently in active production with full OEM support.

This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 5998-01-188-7971, indicating validated use in U.S. government and defense logistics supply chains. Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels.

Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.

WHERE IT FITS
161231
NSN: 5998-01-188-7971
FSC: 5998 — CIRCUIT CARD ASSEMBLY
CAGE: 21877 — NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION (USA)
SPECIFICATIONS
seal_typePREFORMED PACKING
thread_class2B
overall_width1.469 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
overall_height1.500 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
overall_length4.300 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
furnished_itemsGLAND NUT
size_designation16
special_featuresBUS BAR 3; CAPACITOR 9; CONNECTOR,PLUG 1; CONNECTOR,ELECTRICAL TEST POINT 15; CONNECTOR,COAXIAL,RF 4; EXTRACTOR 2; MICROCIRCUIT 27; PRINTED WIRINGBOARD 1; RESISTER 8
style_designatorSTRAIGHT TYPE W/CABLE CLAMP
thread_directionLEFT-HAND
surface_treatmentCADMIUM
nominal_thread_size1.000 INCHES IN
NSN5998-01-188-7971
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
CONN A SFF-8482 CONN B SFF-8087 LENGTH: SAS CABLE ASSEMBLY | SFF-8482 to SFF-8087 Cable length: | SAS | Shielded TITLE CABLE ASSY PN 161231 MFR BACKSHELL,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS (FLIS)
OVERALL HEIGHT0.552 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
SPECIAL FEATURESBUS BAR 3; CAPACITOR 9; CONNECTOR,PLUG 1; CONNECTOR,ELECTRICAL TEST POINT 15; CONNECTOR,COAXIAL,RF 4; EXTRACTOR 2; MICROCIRCUIT 27; PRINTED WIRINGBOARD 1; RESISTER 8
OVERALL HEIGHT0.552 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
SPECIAL FEATURESBUS BAR 3; CAPACITOR 9; CONNECTOR,PLUG 1; CONNECTOR,ELECTRICAL TEST POINT 15; CONNECTOR,COAXIAL,RF 4; EXTRACTOR 2; MICROCIRCUIT 27; PRINTED WIRINGBOARD 1; RESISTER 8
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 3
73-811203-71Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
SE10H1612EA2.5-4Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
161231Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
LIFECYCLE
StatusACTIVE
AvailabilityOEM and secondary market
RoHS CompliantEAR99ESD SensitiveNot HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 161231?
161231 is a BACKSHELL,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.
What parts can replace 161231?
There are 3 known substitutes for 161231: 73-811203-71, SE10H1612EA2.5-4, 161231. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
What is the NSN for 161231?
161231 is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 5998-01-188-7971. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.
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Last verified: July 2026