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12670Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,

Setra Systems, Inc. Dba Gems Sensors · NSN 5905-00-256-8680 · FSC 5905 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5905-00-256-8680 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5905-00-256-8680. Primary manufacturer part number: 12670.
Features
  • Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound, — FSC 5905
  • Shaft Diameter: 0.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Section Quantity: 1
  • Mounting Bushing Length: 0.375 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Body Style: CYLINDRICAL BUSHING MOUNTED
  • Body Length: 0.562 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent: -10.0 TO 10.0 SINGLE SECTION
  • Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts: 2.0 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
General Description

The Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, cataloged under National Stock Number 5905-00-256-8680, 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 Setra Systems, Inc. Dba Gems Sensors. Government technical data includes 26 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 10 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5905-00-256-8680
Primary Part Number12670
Item NameResistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
FSC / FSG5905 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerSetra Systems, Inc. Dba Gems Sensors
StatusCANCELLED
Shaft Diameter0.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Section Quantity1
Mounting Bushing Length0.375 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Body StyleCYLINDRICAL BUSHING MOUNTED
Body Length0.562 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent-10.0 TO 10.0 SINGLE SECTION
Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts2.0 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION
Terminal Type and Quantity3 TAB, SOLDER LUG
Actuator Travel Control FeatureSTOPS
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Full Rated Power70.0 SINGLE SECTION
Terminal LocationRADIALLY POSITIONED OVER LESS THAN HALF THE CIRCUMFERENCE
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
Screw Thread Series DesignatorUNEF
Screw Thread Quantity Per Inch32.0
Rotary Actuator Travel in Angular Deg312.0 NOMINAL
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Zero Percent Rated Power120.0 SINGLE SECTION
Electrical Resistance Per Section1.5 KILOHMS SINGLE SECTION
Nonturn Device Radius0.531 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Screw Thread Diameter0.375 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Mounting MethodSTANDARD BUSHING
Device Design TypeERR-030 AT 9:00 OCLOCKUNABLE TO DECODE
Shaft Length3.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Actuator TypeSINGLE SHAFT
Effective Electrical Rotation in Deg Angular Rotation312.0 NOMINAL
Body Diameter1.094 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Shaft StyleROUND, SLOTTED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 10
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
12670 PRIMARY Setra Systems, Inc. Dba Gems Sensors (USA)
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SEAL,PLAIN ENCASED
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PAPER,GASKET
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GEAR CLUSTER
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MIRROR,OPTICAL INSTRUMENT
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HEATING ELEMENT,ELECTRICAL,NONIM
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DOOR,VEHICULAR
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12670

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5905-00-256-8680?

NSN 5905-00-256-8680 is a Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, manufactured by Setra Systems, Inc. Dba Gems Sensors, classified under FSC 5905 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5905-00-256-8680?

NSN 5905-00-256-8680 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: 12670 (Setra Systems, Inc. Dba Gems Sensors), 53C3-1500 (Clarostat Sensors and Controls), 53C3-1500S (Clarostat Sensors and Controls).

What NSN replaces 5905-00-256-8680?

There are 10 known substitutes for 5905-00-256-8680: 6240-00-155-7923, 3030-00-164-3501, 5330-00-189-4739 and 7 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 12670?

Key specifications for 12670: Shaft Diameter: 0.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Section Quantity: 1; Mounting Bushing Length: 0.375 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Body Style: CYLINDRICAL BUSHING MOUNTED. 26 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5905-00-256-8680 still in active supply?

NSN 5905-00-256-8680 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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