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272-1-503Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,

Bourns Instruments Inc · NSN 5905-00-821-6550 · FSC 5905 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5905-00-821-6550 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5905-00-821-6550. Primary manufacturer part number: 272-1-503.
Features
  • Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound, — FSC 5905
  • Mounting Facility Quantity: 2
  • Body Height: 0.296 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.328 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Lateral Distance Between Mounting Hole Centers: 0.995 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.005 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Actuator Type: SINGLE SHAFT
  • Body Length: 1.234 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.266 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts: 0.20 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION
  • Effective Electrical Rotation in Deg Angular Rotation: 9000.0 NOMINAL
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
General Description

The Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, cataloged under National Stock Number 5905-00-821-6550, 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 Bourns Instruments Inc. Government technical data includes 24 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 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
NSN5905-00-821-6550
Primary Part Number272-1-503
Item NameResistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
FSC / FSG5905 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerBourns Instruments Inc
StatusCANCELLED
Mounting Facility Quantity2
Body Height0.296 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.328 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Lateral Distance Between Mounting Hole Centers0.995 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.005 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Actuator TypeSINGLE SHAFT
Body Length1.234 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.266 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Power Dissipation Rating Per Section in Watts0.20 FREE AIR SINGLE SECTION
Effective Electrical Rotation in Deg Angular Rotation9000.0 NOMINAL
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
Actuator Travel Control FeatureCLUTCH
Terminal Type and Quantity3 WIRE LEAD
Shaft StyleROUND, SLOTTED
Terminal LocationREAR END
Mounting MethodUNTHREADED HOLE(S)
Rotary Actuator Travel in Angular Deg9000.0 NOMINAL
Electrical Resistance Per Section50.0 KILOHMS SINGLE SECTION
Ambient Temp in Deg Celsius Per Section at Zero Percent Rated Power105.0 SINGLE SECTION
Mounting Hole Diameter0.086 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Resistance Tolerance Per Section in Percent-20.0 TO 20.0 SINGLE SECTION
Terminal Length11.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Body StyleRECTANGULAR W/MOUNTING HOLES/SLOTS
Body Width0.234 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.266 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Section Quantity1
Shaft Diameter0.109 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.141 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Shaft Length0.046 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.078 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 2
5905-00-922-4852 INTERCHANGEABLE
Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,
1680-01-476-391943241-4 INTERCHANGEABLE
Belt,electronic Com
Fleet Readiness Center East Div Department of Navy
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
272-1-503 Bourns Instruments Inc (USA)
432414 Cae Usa Inc. (USA)
432414 Raytheon Technical Services Company (USA)
Related Parts
5905-00-922-4852INTERCHANGEABLE
RESISTOR,VARIABLE,NONWIRE WOUND,
1680-01-476-3919INTERCHANGEABLE
BELT,ELECTRONIC COM
43241-4

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5905-00-821-6550?

NSN 5905-00-821-6550 is a Resistor,variable,nonwire Wound,, manufactured by Bourns Instruments Inc, classified under FSC 5905 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5905-00-821-6550?

NSN 5905-00-821-6550 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: 272-1-503 (Bourns Instruments Inc), 432414 (Cae Usa Inc.), 432414 (Raytheon Technical Services Company).

What NSN replaces 5905-00-821-6550?

There are 2 known substitutes for 5905-00-821-6550: 5905-00-922-4852, 1680-01-476-3919. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 272-1-503?

Key specifications for 272-1-503: Mounting Facility Quantity: 2; Body Height: 0.296 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.328 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Lateral Distance Between Mounting Hole Centers: 0.995 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.005 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Actuator Type: SINGLE SHAFT. 27 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5905-00-821-6550 still in active supply?

NSN 5905-00-821-6550 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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