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A856-5018Electron Tube

Te Connectivity Corporation Dba Microdot Products · NSN 5960-00-128-8135 · FSC 5960 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5960-00-128-8135 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5960-00-128-8135. Primary manufacturer part number: A856-5018.
Features
  • Electron Tube — FSC 5960
  • Tube Type: TRIODE
  • 6 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Te Connectivity Corporation Dba Microdot Products
Applications
  • Fluid conveyance
  • Hydraulic system plumbing
  • Pneumatic line routing
General Description

The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-128-8135, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5960 (No Item Name Available) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Te Connectivity Corporation Dba Microdot Products. Government technical data includes 1 verified specification, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 6 commercial cross-references from 5 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 8 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5960-00-128-8135
Primary Part NumberA856-5018
Item NameElectron Tube
FSC / FSG5960 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerTe Connectivity Corporation Dba Microdot Products
StatusCANCELLED
Tube TypeTRIODE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 8
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
24430-001 L3 Technologies, Inc. Div L3 Telemetry & Rf Products (USA)
12305 Te Connectivity Corporation Dba Microdot Products (USA)
Y-673 Varian Associates Inc (USA)
A856-5018 PRIMARY Te Connectivity Corporation Dba Microdot Products (USA)
A0897 PRIMARY Mpd Components, Inc. (USA)
A856-5018 Eaton Corp Electronic Instrumentation Div Los Angeles Plant (USA)
Related Parts
5330-00-090-8493INTERCHANGEABLE
GASKET
12305
5305-00-132-6949INTERCHANGEABLE
SCREW,MACHINE
12305
4320-00-482-8093INTERCHANGEABLE
PUMP,CENTRIFUGAL
22005
5975-00-803-9934INTERCHANGEABLE
BUSHING,ELECTRICAL CONDUIT
993
5310-01-102-2711INTERCHANGEABLE
NUT,SELF-LOCKING,EXTENDED WASHER
12257242
5999-01-203-6039INTERCHANGEABLE
SHIELDING GASKET,ELECTRONIC
810AS2360
5315-01-628-4665INTERCHANGEABLE
PIN,STRAIGHT,HEADLESS
12305
2530-01-664-4914INTERCHANGEABLE
BRAKE SHOE SET
12305

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5960-00-128-8135?

NSN 5960-00-128-8135 is a Electron Tube, manufactured by Te Connectivity Corporation Dba Microdot Products, classified under FSC 5960 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5960-00-128-8135?

NSN 5960-00-128-8135 has 6 cross-referenced part numbers: 24430-001 (L3 Technologies, Inc. Div L3 Telemetry & Rf Products), 12305 (Te Connectivity Corporation Dba Microdot Products), Y-673 (Varian Associates Inc), A856-5018 (Te Connectivity Corporation Dba Microdot Products), A0897 (Mpd Components, Inc.) and 1 more.

What NSN replaces 5960-00-128-8135?

There are 8 known substitutes for 5960-00-128-8135: 5330-00-090-8493, 5305-00-132-6949, 4320-00-482-8093 and 5 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of A856-5018?

Key specifications for A856-5018: Tube Type: TRIODE; Special Features: ENVELOPE MATERIAL :CERAMIC AND METAL. 2 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5960-00-128-8135 still in active supply?

NSN 5960-00-128-8135 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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