The Transformer,pulse, cataloged under National Stock Number 5950-00-163-9602, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5950 (Coils and Transformers) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The manufacturer of record is Espey Mfg and Electronics Corp. Government technical data includes 14 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through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 2 additional reference documents (drawings, advisory and superseded references) are recorded in the U.S. Government catalog. 4 items share a part number with this NSN in the catalog (possible match — not a government interchangeability claim). Current acquisition status: Active.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| NSN | 5950-00-163-9602 |
| Primary Part Number | GE-173-U |
| Item Name | Transformer,pulse |
| FSC / FSG | 5950 / 59 — Coils and Transformers |
| Manufacturer | Espey Mfg and Electronics Corp |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Inclosure Type | OPEN |
| Mounting Method | BRACKET(S) SINGLE GROUP |
| Body Width | 5.880 INCHES MAXIMUM IN |
| Body Height | 6.120 INCHES MAXIMUM IN |
| Pulse Repetition Rate | 295.0 HERTZ SINGLE COMPONENT |
| Winding Function and Quantity | 1 PRIMARY AND 1 SECONDARY SINGLE COMPONENT |
| Features Provided | W/CAPACITOR |
| Body Length | 7.120 INCHES MAXIMUM IN |
| Winding Operating Current | 205.0 AMPERES AC NOMINAL SINGLE COMPONENT SINGLE SECONDARY |
| Winding Operating Current | 800.0 AMPERES AC NOMINAL SINGLE COMPONENT SINGLE PRIMARY |
| DC Resistance Rating in Ohms | 0.0065 SINGLE COMPONENT SINGLE PRIMARY |
| DC Resistance Rating in Ohms | 0.055 SINGLE COMPONENT SINGLE SECONDARY |
| Reliability Indicator | NOT ESTABLISHED |
| Terminal Type and Quantity | 4 WIRE LEAD |
| Acquisition Status | ACTIVE |
| DEMIL Code | DEMIL B — Remove Demilitarization Key Points |
| Hazard | Possible hazard — SDS may be required (DLA HMIC P) |
| Criticality Code | X |
| Part Number | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| GE-173-U PRIMARY | Espey Mfg and Electronics Corp (USA) |
| Reference | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 51315 | 5/9 Secondary reference U.S. Government activity |
| EP-173-U | 5/9 Secondary reference Espey Mfg and Electronics Corp |
NSN 5950-00-163-9602 is a Transformer,pulse, manufactured by Espey Mfg and Electronics Corp, classified under FSC 5950, Coils and Transformers. Status: active.
NSN 5950-00-163-9602 has 1 manufacturer part number on file: GE-173-U (Espey Mfg and Electronics Corp).
4 possible matches (shared part number, not a government interchangeability claim): 5935-00-853-8578, 5940-01-034-1772, 1560-01-559-1264. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.
Key specifications for GE-173-U: Inclosure Type: OPEN; Mounting Method: BRACKET(S) SINGLE GROUP; Body Width: 5.880 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Body Height: 6.120 INCHES MAXIMUM IN. 14 specifications are documented in the U.S. Government catalog.
Possible hazard — SDS may be required (DLA HMIC P). Hazard information on this page is shown exactly as it appears in the DLA record.
NSN 5950-00-163-9602 has DEMIL Code B. Demilitarization may be required before disposal or transfer to non-military entities.
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.