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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

3068S1-503-50KResistor,variable,nonwire Wound,

Bourns Instruments Inc · NSN 5905-00-042-5094 · FSC 5905 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5905-00-042-5094 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5905-00-042-5094. Primary manufacturer part number: 3068S1-503-50K.
Features
  • Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound, — FSC 5905
  • Actuator Type: SINGLE SHAFT
  • Body Width: 0.280 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Reliability Indicator: NOT ESTABLISHED
  • Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts: 0.5 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 3 TAB, SOLDER LUG
  • Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent: -20.0 TO 20.0 SINGLE SECTION
  • Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Zero Percent Rated Power: 85.0 SINGLE SECTION
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
General Description

The Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, cataloged under National Stock Number 5905-00-042-5094, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5905 (No Item Name Available) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Bourns Instruments Inc. Government technical data includes 21 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 4 commercial cross-references from 3 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 1 verified substitute exists in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5905-00-042-5094
Primary Part Number3068S1-503-50K
Item NameResistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
FSC / FSG5905 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerBourns Instruments Inc
StatusCANCELLED
Actuator TypeSINGLE SHAFT
Body Width0.280 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts0.5 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION
Terminal Type and Quantity3 TAB, SOLDER LUG
Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent-20.0 TO 20.0 SINGLE SECTION
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Zero Percent Rated Power85.0 SINGLE SECTION
Electrical Resistance Per Section50.0 KILOHMS SINGLE SECTION
Mounting MethodUNTHREADED HOLE(S)
Terminal LocationREAR END
Shaft Diameter0.100 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Section Quantity1
Shaft StyleROUND, SLOTTED
Lateral Distance Between Mounting Hole Centers1.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Mounting Facility Quantity2
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Full Rated Power40.0 SINGLE SECTION
Body Height0.360 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Shaft Length0.060 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Body Length1.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Body StyleRECTANGULAR W/MOUNTING HOLES/SLOTS
Mounting Hole Diameter0.088 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
5935-00-224-3175EZ18-16S INTERCHANGEABLE
Connector,receptacle,electrical
Winchester Interconnect Corporation Dba Winchester Interconnect Div Winchester Interconnect Rf Corporation
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
3068S1-503 Bourns Instruments Inc (USA)
SC14112 Parisi Associates Llc (USA)
10511-2 The Dewey Electronics Corporation Div Pitometer Log Division (USA)
3068S1-503-50K PRIMARY Bourns Instruments Inc (USA)
Related Parts
5935-00-224-3175INTERCHANGEABLE
CONNECTOR,RECEPTACLE,ELECTRICAL
EZ18-16S

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5905-00-042-5094?

NSN 5905-00-042-5094 is a Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, manufactured by Bourns Instruments Inc, classified under FSC 5905 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5905-00-042-5094?

NSN 5905-00-042-5094 has 4 cross-referenced part numbers: 3068S1-503 (Bourns Instruments Inc), SC14112 (Parisi Associates Llc), 10511-2 (The Dewey Electronics Corporation Div Pitometer Log Division), 3068S1-503-50K (Bourns Instruments Inc).

What NSN replaces 5905-00-042-5094?

There is 1 known substitute for 5905-00-042-5094: 5935-00-224-3175. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 3068S1-503-50K?

Key specifications for 3068S1-503-50K: Actuator Type: SINGLE SHAFT; Body Width: 0.280 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Reliability Indicator: NOT ESTABLISHED; Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts: 0.5 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION. 21 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5905-00-042-5094 still in active supply?

NSN 5905-00-042-5094 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

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