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C173BResistor,fixed,film

Mepco/electra Inc · NSN 5905-00-201-8896 · FSC 5905 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5905-00-201-8896 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5905-00-201-8896. Primary manufacturer part number: C173B.
Features
  • Resistor,fixed,film — FSC 5905
  • Resistance Tolerance in Percent: -1.000 TO 1.000
  • Body Diameter: 0.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Terminal Type: WIRE LEAD
  • Electrical Resistance: 8.800 MEGOHMS
  • Power Dissipation Rating in Watts: 1.000 FREE AIR
  • Body Length: 0.875 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Ambient Temp at Full Rated Power: 70.0 CELSIUS DEGC
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
General Description

The Resistor,fixed,film, cataloged under National Stock Number 5905-00-201-8896, 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 Mepco/electra Inc. Government technical data includes 11 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 1 commercial cross-reference from 1 manufacturer, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 7 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5905-00-201-8896
Primary Part NumberC173B
Item NameResistor,fixed,film
FSC / FSG5905 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerMepco/electra Inc
StatusACTIVE
Resistance Tolerance in Percent-1.000 TO 1.000
Body Diameter0.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Terminal TypeWIRE LEAD
Electrical Resistance8.800 MEGOHMS
Power Dissipation Rating in Watts1.000 FREE AIR
Body Length0.875 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Ambient Temp at Full Rated Power70.0 CELSIUS DEGC
Inclosure TypeHERMETICALLY SEALED
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
Style DesignatorAXIAL TERMINAL EACH END
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius at Zero Percent Rated Power160.0
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 7
5905-00-189-9376 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,fixed,film
5905-00-190-4329 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,fixed,film
5905-00-549-9485 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,fixed,film
5905-00-636-5236 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,fixed,film
5905-00-636-9335 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,fixed,film
4330-01-048-332337642 INTERCHANGEABLE
Filter Element,fluid
Champion Laboratories, Inc.
2910-01-230-679851030 INTERCHANGEABLE
Filter Element,fluid
Wix Corp
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
C173B Mepco/electra Inc (USA)
Related Parts
5905-00-189-9376INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,FIXED,FILM
5905-00-190-4329INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,FIXED,FILM
5905-00-549-9485INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,FIXED,FILM
5905-00-636-5236INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,FIXED,FILM
5905-00-636-9335INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,FIXED,FILM
4330-01-048-3323INTERCHANGEABLE
FILTER ELEMENT,FLUID
37642
2910-01-230-6798INTERCHANGEABLE
FILTER ELEMENT,FLUID
51030

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5905-00-201-8896?

NSN 5905-00-201-8896 is a Resistor,fixed,film, manufactured by Mepco/electra Inc, classified under FSC 5905 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5905-00-201-8896?

NSN 5905-00-201-8896 has 1 cross-referenced part number: C173B (Mepco/electra Inc).

What NSN replaces 5905-00-201-8896?

There are 7 known substitutes for 5905-00-201-8896: 5905-00-189-9376, 5905-00-190-4329, 5905-00-549-9485 and 4 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of C173B?

Key specifications for C173B: Resistance Tolerance in Percent: -1.000 TO 1.000; Body Diameter: 0.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Terminal Type: WIRE LEAD; Electrical Resistance: 8.800 MEGOHMS. 11 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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