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400253Capacitor,fixed,metallized,paper

Dictaphone Corporation · NSN 5910-00-172-1632 · FSC 5910 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5910-00-172-1632 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5910-00-172-1632. Primary manufacturer part number: 400253.
Features
  • Capacitor,fixed,metallized,paper — FSC 5910
  • Body Length: 0.689 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Body Width: 0.472 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
  • Terminal Diameter: 0.032 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Body Height: 0.276 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Terminal Length: 1.142 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.378 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Center to Center Distance Between Terminals Parallel to Length: 0.578 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.610 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
  • Applications requiring Plastic Case construction
General Description

The Capacitor,fixed,metallized,paper, cataloged under National Stock Number 5910-00-172-1632, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5910 (No Item Name Available) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Dictaphone Corporation. Government technical data includes 19 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 7 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5910-00-172-1632
Primary Part Number400253
Item NameCapacitor,fixed,metallized,paper
FSC / FSG5910 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerDictaphone Corporation
StatusCANCELLED
Body Length0.689 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Body Width0.472 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Terminal Type and Quantity2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Terminal Diameter0.032 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Body Height0.276 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Terminal Length1.142 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.378 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Center to Center Distance Between Terminals Parallel to Length0.578 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.610 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Schematic Diagram DesignatorNO COMMON OR GROUNDED ELECTRODE(S)
Tolerance Range Per Section-20.00 TO 20.00 PERCENT SINGLE SECTION
Insulation Resistance at Maximum Operating Temp10.0 MEGOHM-MICROFARADS
Capacitance Value Per Section0.220 MICROFARADS SINGLE SECTION
Nonderated Operating Temp-55.0 CELSIUS MINIMUM AND 85.0 CELSIUS MAXIMUM DEGC
Nonderated Continuous Voltage Rating and Type Per Section250.0 DC SINGLE SECTION
MaterialPLASTIC CASE
Dissipation Factor at Reference Temp in Percent1.0000
Terminal Surface TreatmentSOLDER
Insulation Resistance at Reference Temp10000.0 MEGOHM-MICROFARADS
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
Body StyleW/O MTG FACILITIES TERMINAL(S) ON ONE SURFACE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 7
5945-00-360-6504 INTERCHANGEABLE
Relay,electromagnetic
5930-00-646-7884 INTERCHANGEABLE
Switch,sensitive
5910-00-776-4391 INTERCHANGEABLE
Capacitor,fixed,metallized,paper
5950-00-893-6192 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transformer,radio Frequency
6240-00-929-0585CM709 INTERCHANGEABLE
Lamp,incandescent
Chicago Miniature Lighting Llc Dba Chicago Miniature Optoelectron
5910-01-035-9527C280AEP220K INTERCHANGEABLE
Capacitor,fixed,metallized,paper
Vishay
5950-01-469-3401 INTERCHANGEABLE
Coil,electrical
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
C280AEP220K Amperex Electronic Corp Component Division (USA)
400253 PRIMARY Dictaphone Corporation (USA)
Related Parts
5945-00-360-6504INTERCHANGEABLE
RELAY,ELECTROMAGNETIC
5930-00-646-7884INTERCHANGEABLE
SWITCH,SENSITIVE
5910-00-776-4391INTERCHANGEABLE
CAPACITOR,FIXED,METALLIZED,PAPER
5950-00-893-6192INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSFORMER,RADIO FREQUENCY
6240-00-929-0585INTERCHANGEABLE
LAMP,INCANDESCENT
CM709
5910-01-035-9527INTERCHANGEABLE
CAPACITOR,FIXED,METALLIZED,PAPER
C280AEP220K
5950-01-469-3401INTERCHANGEABLE
COIL,ELECTRICAL

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5910-00-172-1632?

NSN 5910-00-172-1632 is a Capacitor,fixed,metallized,paper, manufactured by Dictaphone Corporation, classified under FSC 5910 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5910-00-172-1632?

NSN 5910-00-172-1632 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: C280AEP220K (Amperex Electronic Corp Component Division), 400253 (Dictaphone Corporation).

What NSN replaces 5910-00-172-1632?

There are 7 known substitutes for 5910-00-172-1632: 5945-00-360-6504, 5930-00-646-7884, 5910-00-776-4391 and 4 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 400253?

Key specifications for 400253: Body Length: 0.689 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Body Width: 0.472 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Terminal Type and Quantity: 2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD; Terminal Diameter: 0.032 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 19 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5910-00-172-1632 still in active supply?

NSN 5910-00-172-1632 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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