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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

T-438A/SAT-2Transmitter,infrared

Joint Electronics Type Designation System · NSN 5850-01-133-1838 · FSC 5850 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5850-01-133-1838 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5850-01-133-1838. Primary manufacturer part number: T-438A/SAT-2.
Features
  • Transmitter,infrared — FSC 5850
  • 1 verified cross-reference
  • Primary manufacturer: Joint Electronics Type Designation System
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Transmitter,infrared, cataloged under National Stock Number 5850-01-133-1838, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5850 (No Item Name Available) of the Communication, Detection, and Coherent Radiation Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Joint Electronics Type Designation System. This item has 1 commercial cross-reference from 1 manufacturer, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 1 verified substitute exists in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5850-01-133-1838
Primary Part NumberT-438A/SAT-2
Item NameTransmitter,infrared
FSC / FSG5850 / 58 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerJoint Electronics Type Designation System
StatusACTIVE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
5850-00-552-97102-438ASAT2A INTERCHANGEABLE
Transmitter,infrared
Joint Electronics Type Designation System
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
T-438A/SAT-2 PRIMARY Joint Electronics Type Designation System (USA)
Related Parts
5850-00-552-9710INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSMITTER,INFRARED
2-438ASAT2A

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5850-01-133-1838?

NSN 5850-01-133-1838 is a Transmitter,infrared, manufactured by Joint Electronics Type Designation System, classified under FSC 5850 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5850-01-133-1838?

NSN 5850-01-133-1838 has 1 cross-referenced part number: T-438A/SAT-2 (Joint Electronics Type Designation System).

What NSN replaces 5850-01-133-1838?

There is 1 known substitute for 5850-01-133-1838: 5850-00-552-9710. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of T-438A/SAT-2?

Key specifications for T-438A/SAT-2: Special Features: TUNGSTON TYPE LAMP; REFLECTOR TYPE OPTICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL METHOD OF MODULATION; BEAM SPREAD: HORIZONTAL ANGLE,200 DEG; VERTICAL ANGLE,40 DEG. ABOVE THE HORIZONTAL,23 DEG. BELOW THE HORIZONTAL; POWER RQMTS: 115VAC,60HZ,SINGLE PHASE; ALTERNATE POWER RQMT: 115VDC; O/A DIM: 13.25 IN. X 12.50 IN. X 12.50 IN. VDC. 1 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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