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C173BResistor,fixed,film

Mepco/electra Inc · NSN 5905-00-636-5236 · FSC 5905 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5905-00-636-5236 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5905-00-636-5236. Primary manufacturer part number: C173B.
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
  • Body Diameter: 0.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Inclosure Type: HERMETICALLY SEALED
  • Body Length: 0.875 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Power Dissipation Rating in Watts: 1.000 FREE AIR
  • Temp Coefficient of Resistance in Ppm Per Deg Celsius: -300.0 TO 300.0
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
General Description

The Resistor,fixed,film, cataloged under National Stock Number 5905-00-636-5236, 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 10 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references 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
NSN5905-00-636-5236
Primary Part NumberC173B
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
Body Diameter0.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Inclosure TypeHERMETICALLY SEALED
Body Length0.875 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Power Dissipation Rating in Watts1.000 FREE AIR
Temp Coefficient of Resistance in Ppm Per Deg Celsius-300.0 TO 300.0
Terminal TypeWIRE LEAD
Electrical Resistance83.000 KILOHMS
Resistance Tolerance in Percent-1.000 TO 1.000
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 7
5905-00-189-9376 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,fixed,film
5905-00-190-4329 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,fixed,film
5905-00-201-8896 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,fixed,film
5905-00-549-9485 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)
C173BN Mepco/electra Inc (USA)
Related Parts
5905-00-189-9376INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,FIXED,FILM
5905-00-190-4329INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,FIXED,FILM
5905-00-201-8896INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,FIXED,FILM
5905-00-549-9485INTERCHANGEABLE
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 5905-00-636-5236?

NSN 5905-00-636-5236 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 5905-00-636-5236?

NSN 5905-00-636-5236 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: C173B (Mepco/electra Inc), C173BN (Mepco/electra Inc).

What NSN replaces 5905-00-636-5236?

There are 7 known substitutes for 5905-00-636-5236: 5905-00-189-9376, 5905-00-190-4329, 5905-00-201-8896 and 4 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of C173B?

Key specifications for C173B: Style Designator: AXIAL TERMINAL EACH END; Temp Range of Temp Coefficient in Deg Celsius: -55.0 TO 105.0; Body Diameter: 0.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Inclosure Type: HERMETICALLY SEALED. 10 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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