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NSN 5910-00-238-2178Government record, cited

Capacitor, Fixed, Paper Dielectric5910-00-238-2178

NSN 5910-00-238-2178 · NIIN 002382178 · Part number 304243-3
Northrop Grumman Corp Electronic Systems Defensive System Div · FSC 5910 — Capacitors · FSG 59 — Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components · CAGE 22915
Government record, cited
NSN 5910-00-238-2178 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5910-00-238-2178. Manufacturer of record part number: 304243-3.
Also searched as  5910-00-238-2178 · 5910002382178 · NIIN 002382178 · 00-238-2178 · FSC 5910 Capacitors · CAGE 22915 · 304243-3
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Features
  • Capacitor,fixed,paper Dielectric — FSC 5910
  • Body Diameter: 0.690 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Body Style: W/O MTG FACILITIES, AXIAL TERMINALS
  • Tolerance Range Per Section: -10.00 TO 10.00 PERCENT SINGLE SECTION
  • Nonderated Operating Temp: -55.0 CELSIUS MINIMUM AND 125.0 CELSIUS MAXIMUM DEGC
  • Terminal Surface Treatment: SOLDER
  • Terminal Length: 1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN
  • Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Identification
  • NSN: 5910-00-238-2178
  • NIIN: 002382178
  • FSC: 5910 — Capacitors
  • FSG: 59 — Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components
  • Primary part number: 304243-3
  • Manufacturer: Northrop Grumman Corp Electronic Systems Defensive System Div
General Description

The Capacitor,fixed,paper Dielectric, cataloged under National Stock Number 5910-00-238-2178, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5910 (Capacitors) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The manufacturer of record is Northrop Grumman Corp Electronic Systems Defensive System Div. Government technical data includes 15 specifications, cited from the U.S. Government catalog. The record lists 1 manufacturer part number for this item, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5910-00-238-2178
Primary Part Number304243-3
Item NameCapacitor,fixed,paper Dielectric
FSC / FSG5910 / 59 — Capacitors
ManufacturerNorthrop Grumman Corp Electronic Systems Defensive System Div
StatusACTIVE
Body Diameter0.690 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Body StyleW/O MTG FACILITIES, AXIAL TERMINALS
Tolerance Range Per Section-10.00 TO 10.00 PERCENT SINGLE SECTION
Nonderated Operating Temp-55.0 CELSIUS MINIMUM AND 125.0 CELSIUS MAXIMUM DEGC
Terminal Surface TreatmentSOLDER
Terminal Length1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Nonderated Continuous Voltage Rating and Type Per Section200.0 DC SINGLE SECTION
Schematic Diagram DesignatorNO COMMON OR GROUNDED ELECTRODE(S)
Body Length1.624 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Dissipation Factor at Reference Temp in Percent1.5000
Capacitance Value Per Section2.000 MICROFARADS SINGLE SECTION
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
Test Data Document98453-304243 DRAWING (THIS IS THE BASIC GOVERNING DRAWING, SUCH AS A CONTRACTOR DRAWING, ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER DRAWING, ETC.; EXCLUDES ANY SPECIFICATION, STANDARD OR OTHER DOCUMENT THAT MAY BE REFERENCED IN A BASIC GOVERNING DRAWING)
Terminal Type and Quantity2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
DEMIL CodeDEMIL A — No Demilitarization Required
HazardPossible hazard — SDS may be required (DLA HMIC P)
Criticality CodeX
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
304243-3 PRIMARY Northrop Grumman Corp Electronic Systems Defensive System Div (USA)
No interchangeability data on file.
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Items in the same Federal Supply class. No interchangeability or substitution relationship is implied.
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5910-00-000-6838 · Item name not on file
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5910-00-001-2577 · Item name not on file
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5910-00-238-2178?

NSN 5910-00-238-2178 is a Capacitor,fixed,paper Dielectric, manufactured by Northrop Grumman Corp Electronic Systems Defensive System Div, classified under FSC 5910, Capacitors. Status: active.

What part numbers are listed for NSN 5910-00-238-2178?

NSN 5910-00-238-2178 has 1 manufacturer part number on file: 304243-3 (Northrop Grumman Corp Electronic Systems Defensive System Div).

What are the specifications of 304243-3?

Key specifications for 304243-3: Body Diameter: 0.690 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Body Style: W/O MTG FACILITIES, AXIAL TERMINALS; Tolerance Range Per Section: -10.00 TO 10.00 PERCENT SINGLE SECTION; Nonderated Operating Temp: -55.0 CELSIUS MINIMUM AND 125.0 CELSIUS MAXIMUM DEGC. 15 specifications are documented in the U.S. Government catalog.

Is NSN 5910-00-238-2178 hazardous material?

Possible hazard — SDS may be required (DLA HMIC P). Hazard information on this page is shown exactly as it appears in the DLA record.

Sources

U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-16.

U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-18.

✓ Data cited from the U.S. Government catalog; commercial cross-references from OEM and certified industry sources.
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