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MIL-C-20/18Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr

Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M · NSN 5910-00-989-9712 · FSC 5910 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5910-00-989-9712 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5910-00-989-9712. Primary manufacturer part number: MIL-C-20/18.
Features
  • Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr — FSC 5910
  • Body Style: W/O MTG FACILITIES, RADIAL TERMINALS
  • Body Diameter: 0.550 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Tolerance Range Per Section: -2.00 TO 2.00 PERCENT SINGLE SECTION
  • Schematic Diagram Designator: NO COMMON OR GROUNDED ELECTRODE(S)
  • Tolerance of Temp Coefficient Per Section in Ppm Per Deg Celsius: -60.0 TO 60.0 SINGLE SECTION
  • Test Data Document: 81349-MIL-C-20 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.).
  • Temp Coefficient of Capacitance Per Section in Ppm Per Deg Celsius: -80.0 SINGLE SECTION
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
  • Applications requiring Ceramic Case construction
General Description

The Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr, cataloged under National Stock Number 5910-00-989-9712, 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 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M. Government technical data includes 20 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. 8 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5910-00-989-9712
Primary Part NumberMIL-C-20/18
Item NameCapacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr
FSC / FSG5910 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerMilitary Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
StatusACTIVE
Body StyleW/O MTG FACILITIES, RADIAL TERMINALS
Body Diameter0.550 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Tolerance Range Per Section-2.00 TO 2.00 PERCENT SINGLE SECTION
Schematic Diagram DesignatorNO COMMON OR GROUNDED ELECTRODE(S)
Tolerance of Temp Coefficient Per Section in Ppm Per Deg Celsius-60.0 TO 60.0 SINGLE SECTION
Test Data Document81349-MIL-C-20 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.).
Temp Coefficient of Capacitance Per Section in Ppm Per Deg Celsius-80.0 SINGLE SECTION
Center to Center Distance Between Terminals Parallel to Diameter0.315 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.435 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Capacitance Value Per Section56.000 PICOFARADS SINGLE SECTION
Insulation Resistance at Maximum Operating Temp1000.0 MEGOHMS
Nonderated Operating Temp-55.0 CELSIUS MINIMUM AND 125.0 CELSIUS MAXIMUM DEGC
Terminal Length1.250 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Nonderated Continuous Voltage Rating and Type Per Section500.0 DC SINGLE SECTION
Terminal Type and Quantity2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Body Length0.120 INCHES NOMINAL IN
MaterialCERAMIC CASE
Insulation Resistance at Reference Temp50000.0 MEGOHMS
Terminal Surface TreatmentSOLDER
Quality Factor at Reference Temp1000.0000
Reliability IndicatorNOT ESTABLISHED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 8
5910-00-069-3025 INTERCHANGEABLE
Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr
5910-00-079-8958 INTERCHANGEABLE
Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr
5910-00-540-6606 INTERCHANGEABLE
Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr
5910-00-815-4443 INTERCHANGEABLE
Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr
5910-00-840-6530 INTERCHANGEABLE
Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr
5910-00-894-0136 INTERCHANGEABLE
Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr
5910-00-894-2379 INTERCHANGEABLE
Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr
5910-00-946-9349 INTERCHANGEABLE
Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
MIL-C-20/18 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
CC52LH560G Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
Related Parts
5910-00-069-3025INTERCHANGEABLE
CAPACITOR,FIXED,CERAMIC DIELECTR
5910-00-079-8958INTERCHANGEABLE
CAPACITOR,FIXED,CERAMIC DIELECTR
5910-00-540-6606INTERCHANGEABLE
CAPACITOR,FIXED,CERAMIC DIELECTR
5910-00-815-4443INTERCHANGEABLE
CAPACITOR,FIXED,CERAMIC DIELECTR
5910-00-840-6530INTERCHANGEABLE
CAPACITOR,FIXED,CERAMIC DIELECTR
5910-00-894-0136INTERCHANGEABLE
CAPACITOR,FIXED,CERAMIC DIELECTR
5910-00-894-2379INTERCHANGEABLE
CAPACITOR,FIXED,CERAMIC DIELECTR
5910-00-946-9349INTERCHANGEABLE
CAPACITOR,FIXED,CERAMIC DIELECTR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5910-00-989-9712?

NSN 5910-00-989-9712 is a Capacitor,fixed,ceramic Dielectr, manufactured by Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M, classified under FSC 5910 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5910-00-989-9712?

NSN 5910-00-989-9712 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: MIL-C-20/18 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), CC52LH560G (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M).

What NSN replaces 5910-00-989-9712?

There are 8 known substitutes for 5910-00-989-9712: 5910-00-069-3025, 5910-00-079-8958, 5910-00-540-6606 and 5 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of MIL-C-20/18?

Key specifications for MIL-C-20/18: Body Style: W/O MTG FACILITIES, RADIAL TERMINALS; Body Diameter: 0.550 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Tolerance Range Per Section: -2.00 TO 2.00 PERCENT SINGLE SECTION; Schematic Diagram Designator: NO COMMON OR GROUNDED ELECTRODE(S). 20 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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