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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

2612Block,telephone Protector

Northern Telecom Inc Telecom Distribution Div · NSN 5920-00-160-5208 · FSC 5920 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5920-00-160-5208 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5920-00-160-5208. Primary manufacturer part number: 2612.
Features
  • Block,telephone Protector — FSC 5920
  • Shape: RECTANGULAR
  • Overall Thickness: 0.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Circuit Protector Block Location: GROUND SIDE
  • Usage Design: USED IN TELEPHONE CIRCUITS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST LIGHTNING OR HIGH VOLTAGE SURGES
  • 3 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Northern Telecom Inc Telecom Distribution Div
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Block,telephone Protector, cataloged under National Stock Number 5920-00-160-5208, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5920 (No Item Name Available) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Northern Telecom Inc Telecom Distribution Div. Government technical data includes 4 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 1 manufacturer, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 3 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5920-00-160-5208
Primary Part Number2612
Item NameBlock,telephone Protector
FSC / FSG5920 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerNorthern Telecom Inc Telecom Distribution Div
StatusACTIVE
ShapeRECTANGULAR
Overall Thickness0.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Circuit Protector Block LocationGROUND SIDE
Usage DesignUSED IN TELEPHONE CIRCUITS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST LIGHTNING OR HIGH VOLTAGE SURGES
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
3040-00-049-3849 INTERCHANGEABLE
Shaft,pinion
5133-00-228-136114830 INTERCHANGEABLE
Drill,twist
Viking Drill & Tool, Inc.
5895-01-206-3846 INTERCHANGEABLE
Detector Head Assem
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
2612 Northern Telecom Inc Telecom Distribution Div (USA)
411767 Northern Telecom Inc Telecom Distribution Div (USA)
41-176 Northern Telecom Inc Telecom Distribution Div (USA)
Related Parts
3040-00-049-3849INTERCHANGEABLE
SHAFT,PINION
5133-00-228-1361INTERCHANGEABLE
DRILL,TWIST
14830
5895-01-206-3846INTERCHANGEABLE
DETECTOR HEAD ASSEM

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5920-00-160-5208?

NSN 5920-00-160-5208 is a Block,telephone Protector, manufactured by Northern Telecom Inc Telecom Distribution Div, classified under FSC 5920 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5920-00-160-5208?

NSN 5920-00-160-5208 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: 2612 (Northern Telecom Inc Telecom Distribution Div), 411767 (Northern Telecom Inc Telecom Distribution Div), 41-176 (Northern Telecom Inc Telecom Distribution Div).

What NSN replaces 5920-00-160-5208?

There are 3 known substitutes for 5920-00-160-5208: 3040-00-049-3849, 5133-00-228-1361, 5895-01-206-3846. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 2612?

Key specifications for 2612: Shape: RECTANGULAR; Overall Thickness: 0.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN; End Item Identification: CATALOG NO. 100; Circuit Protector Block Location: GROUND SIDE. 8 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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