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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

B4600-35Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,

Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp Div Multiple · NSN 5905-00-173-9973 · FSC 5905 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5905-00-173-9973 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5905-00-173-9973. Primary manufacturer part number: B4600-35.
Features
  • Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound, — FSC 5905
  • Reliability Indicator: NOT ESTABLISHED
  • First Flat Length: 0.219 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts: 2.0 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION
  • Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent: -20.0 TO 20.0 SINGLE SECTION
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 3 TAB, SOLDER LUG
  • Screw Thread Series Designator: UNEF
  • Device Design Type: ERR-030 AT 3:00 OCLOCKUNABLE TO DECODE
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
General Description

The Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, cataloged under National Stock Number 5905-00-173-9973, 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 Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp Div Multiple. Government technical data includes 23 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 6 commercial cross-references from 4 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 6 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5905-00-173-9973
Primary Part NumberB4600-35
Item NameResistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
FSC / FSG5905 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerNorthrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp Div Multiple
StatusCANCELLED
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
First Flat Length0.219 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts2.0 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION
Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent-20.0 TO 20.0 SINGLE SECTION
Terminal Type and Quantity3 TAB, SOLDER LUG
Screw Thread Series DesignatorUNEF
Device Design TypeERR-030 AT 3:00 OCLOCKUNABLE TO DECODE
Mounting MethodLOCKING BUSHING
Body StyleCYLINDRICAL BUSHING MOUNTED
Electrical Resistance Per Section10.000 KILOHMS SINGLE SECTION
Screw Thread Diameter0.375 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Device Design TypeERR-030 AT 9:00 OCLOCKUNABLE TO DECODE
Nonturn Device Radius0.531 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Screw Thread Quantity Per Inch32.0
Shaft Diameter0.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Section Quantity1
Body Diameter1.062 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Actuator TypeSINGLE SHAFT
Shaft Length0.750 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Flat Height0.216 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Mounting Bushing Length0.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Body Length0.562 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Shaft StyleROUND, FLATTED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 6
5975-00-518-078091073 INTERCHANGEABLE
Plate,wall,electrical
Bryant Electric
5905-00-583-5538 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
6645-00-629-7762100690 INTERCHANGEABLE
Meter,time Totalizing
Maxima Technologies & Systems Llc
5985-00-782-898985011 INTERCHANGEABLE
Mast Section
Dla Land and Maritime Dba Engineering and Technical Support Div Document Standardization Division (vendor Item Drawings)
6110-01-554-499285-011 INTERCHANGEABLE
Distribution Box
Marway Power Systems, Inc Dba Marway Power Solutions
5310-01-571-8184 INTERCHANGEABLE
Nut,jam,aircraft,ma
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
18P200968 Herley Chicago Dba Stewart Warner Electronics (USA)
B4600-35 Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Div Es Defensive Systems Division (USA)
4600-35 Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp Div Multiple (USA)
B4600-35 PRIMARY Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp Div Multiple (USA)
4600-35 Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Div Es Defensive Systems Division (USA)
85011 Wurlitzer Co the (USA)
Related Parts
5975-00-518-0780INTERCHANGEABLE
PLATE,WALL,ELECTRICAL
91073
5905-00-583-5538INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,VARIABLE,NONWIRE WOUND,
6645-00-629-7762INTERCHANGEABLE
METER,TIME TOTALIZING
100690
5985-00-782-8989INTERCHANGEABLE
MAST SECTION
85011
6110-01-554-4992INTERCHANGEABLE
DISTRIBUTION BOX
85-011
5310-01-571-8184INTERCHANGEABLE
NUT,JAM,AIRCRAFT,MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5905-00-173-9973?

NSN 5905-00-173-9973 is a Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, manufactured by Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp Div Multiple, classified under FSC 5905 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5905-00-173-9973?

NSN 5905-00-173-9973 has 6 cross-referenced part numbers: 18P200968 (Herley Chicago Dba Stewart Warner Electronics), B4600-35 (Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Div Es Defensive Systems Division), 4600-35 (Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp Div Multiple), B4600-35 (Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp Div Multiple), 4600-35 (Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Div Es Defensive Systems Division) and 1 more.

What NSN replaces 5905-00-173-9973?

There are 6 known substitutes for 5905-00-173-9973: 5975-00-518-0780, 5905-00-583-5538, 6645-00-629-7762 and 3 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of B4600-35?

Key specifications for B4600-35: Reliability Indicator: NOT ESTABLISHED; First Flat Length: 0.219 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts: 2.0 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION; Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent: -20.0 TO 20.0 SINGLE SECTION. 23 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5905-00-173-9973 still in active supply?

NSN 5905-00-173-9973 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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