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RV4NAYSD255BResistor,variable,nonwire Wound,

Clarostat Sensors and Controls · NSN 5905-00-552-5481 · FSC 5905 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5905-00-552-5481 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5905-00-552-5481. Primary manufacturer part number: RV4NAYSD255B.
Features
  • Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound, — FSC 5905
  • Overall Diameter: 1.515 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Reliability Indicator: NOT ESTABLISHED
  • Body Length: 0.468 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.656 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent: -10.0 TO 10.0 SINGLE SECTION
  • Test Data Document: 81349-MIL-R-94 SPECIFICATION (INCLUDES ENGINEERING TYPE BULLETINS, BROCHURES,ETC., THAT REFLECT SPECIFICATION TYPE DATA IN SPECIFICATION FORMAT; EXCLUDES COMMERCIAL CATALOGS, INDUSTRY DIRECTORIES, AND SIMILAR TRADE PUBLICATIONS, REFLECTING GENERAL TYPE DATA ON CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS AND TEST CONDITIONS THAT ARE SHOWN AS "TYPICAL", "AVERAGE", "NOMINAL", ETC.).
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 3 TAB, SOLDER LUG
  • 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 5905-00-552-5481, 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 Clarostat Sensors and Controls. Government technical data includes 29 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 12 commercial cross-references from 5 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 1 verified substitute exists in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5905-00-552-5481
Primary Part NumberRV4NAYSD255B
Item NameResistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
FSC / FSG5905 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerClarostat Sensors and Controls
StatusCANCELLED
Overall Diameter1.515 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
Body Length0.468 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.656 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent-10.0 TO 10.0 SINGLE SECTION
Test Data Document81349-MIL-R-94 SPECIFICATION (INCLUDES ENGINEERING TYPE BULLETINS, BROCHURES,ETC., THAT REFLECT SPECIFICATION TYPE DATA IN SPECIFICATION FORMAT; EXCLUDES COMMERCIAL CATALOGS, INDUSTRY DIRECTORIES, AND SIMILAR TRADE PUBLICATIONS, REFLECTING GENERAL TYPE DATA ON CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS AND TEST CONDITIONS THAT ARE SHOWN AS "TYPICAL", "AVERAGE", "NOMINAL", ETC.).
Terminal Type and Quantity3 TAB, SOLDER LUG
Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts2.0 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION
Specification/standard Data81349-MIL-R-94/5 GOVERNMENT SPECIFICATION
Terminal LocationRADIALLY POSITIONED OVER LESS THAN HALF THE CIRCUMFERENCE
Actuator Travel Control FeatureSTOPS
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Full Rated Power70.0 SINGLE SECTION
Mounting Bushing Length0.344 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.390 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Nonturn Device Radius0.515 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.547 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Screw Thread Diameter0.375 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Mounting MethodSTANDARD BUSHING
Rotary Actuator Travel in Angular Deg309.0 MINIMUM AND 320.0 MAXIMUM
Electrical Resistance Per Section2.5 MEGOHMS SINGLE SECTION
Screw Thread Series DesignatorUNEF
Screw Thread Quantity Per Inch32.0
Device Design TypeERR-030 AT 9:00 OCLOCKUNABLE TO DECODE
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Zero Percent Rated Power120.0 SINGLE SECTION
Maximum Stop Torque128.00 INCH-OUNCES IN
Body Diameter1.032 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.156 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Body StyleCYLINDRICAL BUSHING MOUNTED
Actuator TypeSINGLE SHAFT
Shaft Diameter0.248 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.251 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Shaft Length0.844 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.906 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Section Quantity1
Shaft StyleROUND, SLOTTED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
5905-00-583-6927 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
RV4NAYSD255B Clarostat Sensors and Controls (USA)
240-1316P29 Raytheon Company Div Corp (USA)
697164-255 Stromberg-Carlson Corp a Plessey Telecommunications Co (USA)
RV4NAXSD255A Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
RV4NAYSD245A Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
MIL-R-94/5 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
JU2552FS3040 Rockwell Automation, Inc. Dba Rockwell Automation (USA)
RV4NAYSD255A Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
AV4NAXSD255A Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
JA1N040P255MA Rockwell Automation, Inc. Dba Rockwell Automation (USA)
MIL-PRF-94/5 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
240-1210P27 Raytheon Company Div Corp (USA)
Related Parts
5905-00-583-6927INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,VARIABLE,NONWIRE WOUND,

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5905-00-552-5481?

NSN 5905-00-552-5481 is a Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, manufactured by Clarostat Sensors and Controls, classified under FSC 5905 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5905-00-552-5481?

NSN 5905-00-552-5481 has 12 cross-referenced part numbers: RV4NAYSD255B (Clarostat Sensors and Controls), 240-1316P29 (Raytheon Company Div Corp), 697164-255 (Stromberg-Carlson Corp a Plessey Telecommunications Co), RV4NAXSD255A (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), RV4NAYSD245A (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M) and 7 more.

What NSN replaces 5905-00-552-5481?

There is 1 known substitute for 5905-00-552-5481: 5905-00-583-6927. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of RV4NAYSD255B?

Key specifications for RV4NAYSD255B: Overall Diameter: 1.515 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Reliability Indicator: NOT ESTABLISHED; Body Length: 0.468 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.656 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent: -10.0 TO 10.0 SINGLE SECTION. 30 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5905-00-552-5481 still in active supply?

NSN 5905-00-552-5481 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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