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960-20-10KResistor,variable,nonwire Wound,

Vernitron Corp Vrn International Div · NSN 5905-00-394-1527 · FSC 5905 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5905-00-394-1527 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5905-00-394-1527. Primary manufacturer part number: 960-20-10K.
Features
  • Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound, — FSC 5905
  • Shaft Style: ROUND, SLOTTED
  • Body Height: 0.260 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 3 PIN
  • Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Full Rated Power: 25.0 SINGLE SECTION
  • Center to Center Distance Between Terminals: 0.300 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Terminal Length: 0.188 INCHES MINIMUM IN
  • Rotary Actuator Travel in Angular Deg: 6120.0 NOMINAL
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
General Description

The Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, cataloged under National Stock Number 5905-00-394-1527, 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 Vernitron Corp Vrn International Div. Government technical data includes 26 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. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5905-00-394-1527
Primary Part Number960-20-10K
Item NameResistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
FSC / FSG5905 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerVernitron Corp Vrn International Div
StatusCANCELLED
Shaft StyleROUND, SLOTTED
Body Height0.260 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Terminal Type and Quantity3 PIN
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Full Rated Power25.0 SINGLE SECTION
Center to Center Distance Between Terminals0.300 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Terminal Length0.188 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Rotary Actuator Travel in Angular Deg6120.0 NOMINAL
Electrical Resistance Per Section10.0 KILOHMS SINGLE SECTION
Terminal LocationLOWER ADJACENT SIDE TWO ROWS
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Zero Percent Rated Power125.0 SINGLE SECTION
Center to Center Distance Between Terminal Rows0.100 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Center to Center Distance Between Center Terminal and Outside Terminal0.200 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Shaft Diameter0.095 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Mounting MethodTERMINAL
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
Body StyleRECTANGULAR
Temp Coefficient of Resistance Per Section in Ppm Per Deg Celsius-100.0 TO 100.0 SINGLE SECTION
Actuator TypeSINGLE SHAFT
Section Quantity1
Shaft Length0.060 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Body Length0.760 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts1.25 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION
Effective Electrical Rotation in Deg Angular Rotation6120.0 NOMINAL
Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent-10.0 TO 10.0 SINGLE SECTION
Body Width0.200 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Actuator Travel Control FeatureCLUTCH
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 2
5905-00-243-1778 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
5905-01-103-32333006P-1-103 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
Bourns Inc
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
2100-3103 Hewlett-Packard Company Dba HP (USA)
961-20-10K Vernitron Corp Vrn International Div (USA)
960-20-10K PRIMARY Vernitron Corp Vrn International Div (USA)
961-201-10K Trw Inc Trw Electronic Components Irc Fixed Resistors Philadelphia Div (USA)
Related Parts
5905-00-243-1778INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,VARIABLE,NONWIRE WOUND,
5905-01-103-3233INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,VARIABLE,NONWIRE WOUND,
3006P-1-103

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5905-00-394-1527?

NSN 5905-00-394-1527 is a Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, manufactured by Vernitron Corp Vrn International Div, classified under FSC 5905 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5905-00-394-1527?

NSN 5905-00-394-1527 has 4 cross-referenced part numbers: 2100-3103 (Hewlett-Packard Company Dba HP), 961-20-10K (Vernitron Corp Vrn International Div), 960-20-10K (Vernitron Corp Vrn International Div), 961-201-10K (Trw Inc Trw Electronic Components Irc Fixed Resistors Philadelphia Div).

What NSN replaces 5905-00-394-1527?

There are 2 known substitutes for 5905-00-394-1527: 5905-00-243-1778, 5905-01-103-3233. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 960-20-10K?

Key specifications for 960-20-10K: Shaft Style: ROUND, SLOTTED; Body Height: 0.260 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Terminal Type and Quantity: 3 PIN; Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Full Rated Power: 25.0 SINGLE SECTION. 27 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5905-00-394-1527 still in active supply?

NSN 5905-00-394-1527 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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