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PA-2020Switch,rotary

Central Lab Mfg Co · NSN 5930-00-078-1698 · FSC 5930 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5930-00-078-1698 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5930-00-078-1698. Primary manufacturer part number: PA-2020.
Features
  • Switch,rotary — FSC 5930
  • Thread Series Designator: UNEF SINGLE MOUNTING FACILITY
  • Throw Quantity: 2 EACH SECTION REAR
  • Contact Voltage Rating in Volts: 28.0 DC AT SEA LEVEL
  • Mounting Method: THREADED BUSHING SINGLE MOUNTING FACILITY
  • Style Designator: CIRCULAR WAFER, BUSHING MOUNT
  • Shaft Type: ROUND SINGLE ACTUATOR
  • Switch Actuator Stop Device Type: ADJUSTABLE STOP SINGLE ACTUATOR
Applications
  • Circuit control and protection
  • Equipment power management
  • Signal routing
General Description

The Switch,rotary, cataloged under National Stock Number 5930-00-078-1698, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5930 (No Item Name Available) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Central Lab Mfg Co. Government technical data includes 24 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, 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
NSN5930-00-078-1698
Primary Part NumberPA-2020
Item NameSwitch,rotary
FSC / FSG5930 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerCentral Lab Mfg Co
StatusACTIVE
Thread Series DesignatorUNEF SINGLE MOUNTING FACILITY
Throw Quantity2 EACH SECTION REAR
Contact Voltage Rating in Volts28.0 DC AT SEA LEVEL
Mounting MethodTHREADED BUSHING SINGLE MOUNTING FACILITY
Style DesignatorCIRCULAR WAFER, BUSHING MOUNT
Shaft TypeROUND SINGLE ACTUATOR
Switch Actuator Stop Device TypeADJUSTABLE STOP SINGLE ACTUATOR
Contact Voltage Rating in Volts115.0 AC AT SEA LEVEL
Shaft Length1.875 INCHES NOMINAL SINGLE ACTUATOR IN
Shaft Diameter0.250 INCHES NOMINAL SINGLE ACTUATOR IN
Contact Load Current Rating230.0 MILLIAMPERES RESISTIVE LOAD AC AT SEA LEVEL
Thread Class2A SINGLE MOUNTING FACILITY A
Contact Load Current Rating1.5 AMPERES RESISTIVE LOAD DC AT SEA LEVEL
Switch Actuator Indexing Position Quantity2 SINGLE ACTUATOR
Contact Switching ActionMAKES BEFORE BREAKS EACH SECTION REAR
Individual Section Quantity2
Pole Quantity3 EACH SECTION REAR
Nonturn Device TypeTAB AT 9:00 OCLOCK
Switch Actuator Positioning Increment30.0 DEGREES SINGLE ACTUATOR
Nominal Thread Size0.375 INCHES SINGLE MOUNTING FACILITY IN
Nonturn Device Radius0.437 INCHES NOMINAL AT 9:00 OCLOCK IN
Switch Contact Basic DesignNONPILE-UP SYMMETRICAL
Thread Length0.375 INCHES NOMINAL SINGLE MOUNTING FACILITY IN
Terminal TypeTAB, SOLDER LUG
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
5930-00-448-0043 INTERCHANGEABLE
Switch,rotary
5930-00-592-0768 INTERCHANGEABLE
Switch,rotary
5930-01-107-8886 INTERCHANGEABLE
Switch,rotary
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
PA-2020 Central Lab Mfg Co (USA)
PA2020M Crl Components Inc (USA)
PA024-120 Crl Components Inc (USA)
Related Parts
5930-00-448-0043INTERCHANGEABLE
SWITCH,ROTARY
5930-00-592-0768INTERCHANGEABLE
SWITCH,ROTARY
5930-01-107-8886INTERCHANGEABLE
SWITCH,ROTARY

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5930-00-078-1698?

NSN 5930-00-078-1698 is a Switch,rotary, manufactured by Central Lab Mfg Co, classified under FSC 5930 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5930-00-078-1698?

NSN 5930-00-078-1698 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: PA-2020 (Central Lab Mfg Co), PA2020M (Crl Components Inc), PA024-120 (Crl Components Inc).

What NSN replaces 5930-00-078-1698?

There are 3 known substitutes for 5930-00-078-1698: 5930-00-448-0043, 5930-00-592-0768, 5930-01-107-8886. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of PA-2020?

Key specifications for PA-2020: Thread Series Designator: UNEF SINGLE MOUNTING FACILITY; Throw Quantity: 2 EACH SECTION REAR; Contact Voltage Rating in Volts: 28.0 DC AT SEA LEVEL; Mounting Method: THREADED BUSHING SINGLE MOUNTING FACILITY. 27 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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