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MIL-R-94/5Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,

Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M · NSN 5905-00-646-5670 · FSC 5905 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5905-00-646-5670 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5905-00-646-5670. Primary manufacturer part number: MIL-R-94/5.
Features
  • Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound, — FSC 5905
  • First Flat Length: 0.468 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.531 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • 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
  • Specification/standard Data: 81349-MIL-R-94/R GOVERNMENT SPECIFICATION
  • Reliability Indicator: NOT ESTABLISHED
  • Actuator Type: SINGLE SHAFT
  • Screw Thread Quantity Per Inch: 32.0
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
General Description

The Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, cataloged under National Stock Number 5905-00-646-5670, 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 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M. Government technical data includes 30 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. 1 verified substitute exists in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5905-00-646-5670
Primary Part NumberMIL-R-94/5
Item NameResistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
FSC / FSG5905 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerMilitary Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
StatusACTIVE
First Flat Length0.468 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.531 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
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
Specification/standard Data81349-MIL-R-94/R GOVERNMENT SPECIFICATION
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
Actuator TypeSINGLE SHAFT
Screw Thread Quantity Per Inch32.0
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Zero Percent Rated Power120.0 SINGLE SECTION
Maximum Starting Torque6.00 INCH-OUNCES IN
Screw Thread Series DesignatorUNEF
Electrical Resistance Per Section25.0 KILOHMS SINGLE SECTION
Shaft Bearing TypeSLEEVE
Maximum Stop Torque128.00 INCH-OUNCES IN
Features ProvidedHUMIDITY PROOF
Terminal LocationRADIALLY POSITIONED OVER LESS THAN HALF THE CIRCUMFERENCE
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Full Rated Power70.0 SINGLE SECTION
Maximum Running Torque6.00 INCH-OUNCES IN
Screw Thread Diameter0.313 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.437 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Resistance Temp Characteristic Range Per Section in Percent-3.0 TO 0.0 -55 DEG CELSIUS SINGLE SECTION AND -5.0 TO 10.0 -25 DEG CELSIUS SINGLE SECTION AND -5.0 TO 10.0 25 DEG CELSIUS SINGLE SECTION AND +0.0 TO 3.0 120 DEG CELSIUS SINGLE SECTION
Actuator Travel Control FeatureSTOPS
Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent-20.0 TO 20.0 SINGLE SECTION
Fragility FactorMODERATELY RUGGED
Effective Electrical Rotation in Deg Angular Rotation309.0 MINIMUM AND 320.0 MAXIMUM
Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts2.0 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION
Cubic Measure0.528 CUBIC INCHES
Mounting MethodSTANDARD BUSHING
Rotary Actuator Travel in Angular Deg309.0 MINIMUM AND 320.0 MAXIMUM
Shaft Length0.968 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.031 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Mounting Bushing Length0.344 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.390 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Shaft StyleROUND, FLATTED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
5905-00-539-1559 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
MIL-R-94/5 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
RV4NATFE253B Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
Related Parts
5905-00-539-1559INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,VARIABLE,NONWIRE WOUND,

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5905-00-646-5670?

NSN 5905-00-646-5670 is a Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, manufactured by Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M, classified under FSC 5905 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5905-00-646-5670?

NSN 5905-00-646-5670 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: MIL-R-94/5 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), RV4NATFE253B (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M).

What NSN replaces 5905-00-646-5670?

There is 1 known substitute for 5905-00-646-5670: 5905-00-539-1559. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of MIL-R-94/5?

Key specifications for MIL-R-94/5: First Flat Length: 0.468 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.531 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; 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; Specification/standard Data: 81349-MIL-R-94/R GOVERNMENT SPECIFICATION. 30 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

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