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C176Resistor,fixed,film

Mepco/electra Inc · NSN 5905-00-279-6131 · FSC 5905 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5905-00-279-6131 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5905-00-279-6131. Primary manufacturer part number: C176.
Features
  • Resistor,fixed,film — FSC 5905
  • Style Designator: AXIAL TERMINAL EACH END
  • Temp Range of Temp Coefficient in Deg Celsius: -55.0 TO 105.0
  • Electrical Resistance: 78.300 KILOHMS
  • Temp Coefficient of Resistance in Ppm Per Deg Celsius: -200.0 TO 0.0
  • Reliability Indicator: NOT ESTABLISHED
  • Body Diameter: 0.281 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Inclosure Type: ENCAPSULATED
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
General Description

The Resistor,fixed,film, cataloged under National Stock Number 5905-00-279-6131, 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. 6 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5905-00-279-6131
Primary Part NumberC176
Item NameResistor,fixed,film
FSC / FSG5905 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerMepco/electra Inc
StatusACTIVE
Style DesignatorAXIAL TERMINAL EACH END
Temp Range of Temp Coefficient in Deg Celsius-55.0 TO 105.0
Electrical Resistance78.300 KILOHMS
Temp Coefficient of Resistance in Ppm Per Deg Celsius-200.0 TO 0.0
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
Body Diameter0.281 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Inclosure TypeENCAPSULATED
Terminal TypeWIRE LEAD
Body Length1.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Power Dissipation Rating in Watts1.000 FREE AIR
Resistance Tolerance in Percent-0.500 TO 0.500
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 6
5945-00-198-99273176 INTERCHANGEABLE
Relay,electromagnetic
Thales Usa, Inc. Div Air Mobility Solutions ("ams")
5905-00-279-8135 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,fixed,film
5930-00-373-3812 INTERCHANGEABLE
Switch,rotary
5950-00-589-7366 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transformer,power Autotransforme
6105-01-306-7144C176 INTERCHANGEABLE
Motor,alternating Current
General Electric Co Motor Business Group
6635-01-592-1909C176 INTERCHANGEABLE
Tester,surface Coating
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
C176 Mepco/electra Inc (USA)
Related Parts
5945-00-198-9927INTERCHANGEABLE
RELAY,ELECTROMAGNETIC
3176
5905-00-279-8135INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,FIXED,FILM
5930-00-373-3812INTERCHANGEABLE
SWITCH,ROTARY
5950-00-589-7366INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSFORMER,POWER AUTOTRANSFORME
6105-01-306-7144INTERCHANGEABLE
MOTOR,ALTERNATING CURRENT
C176
6635-01-592-1909INTERCHANGEABLE
TESTER,SURFACE COATING
C176

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5905-00-279-6131?

NSN 5905-00-279-6131 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 5905-00-279-6131?

NSN 5905-00-279-6131 has 1 cross-referenced part number: C176 (Mepco/electra Inc).

What NSN replaces 5905-00-279-6131?

There are 6 known substitutes for 5905-00-279-6131: 5945-00-198-9927, 5905-00-279-8135, 5930-00-373-3812 and 3 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of C176?

Key specifications for C176: Style Designator: AXIAL TERMINAL EACH END; Temp Range of Temp Coefficient in Deg Celsius: -55.0 TO 105.0; Electrical Resistance: 78.300 KILOHMS; Temp Coefficient of Resistance in Ppm Per Deg Celsius: -200.0 TO 0.0. 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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