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PL5949Electron Tube

Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps · NSN 5960-00-578-5484 · FSC 5960 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5960-00-578-5484 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5960-00-578-5484. Primary manufacturer part number: PL5949.
Features
  • Electron Tube — FSC 5960
  • Tube Type: THYRATRON
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 5949 TYPE
  • 4 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps
Applications
  • Fluid conveyance
  • Hydraulic system plumbing
  • Pneumatic line routing
General Description

The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-578-5484, 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 Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps. Government technical data includes 2 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 4 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
NSN5960-00-578-5484
Primary Part NumberPL5949
Item NameElectron Tube
FSC / FSG5960 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerHensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps
StatusACTIVE
Tube TypeTHYRATRON
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data5949 TYPE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
3805-00-487-2815 INTERCHANGEABLE
Valve,poppet,hydraulic Control
5960-00-542-7181 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
5340-01-215-62998T1760 INTERCHANGEABLE
Clamp,loop
Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
PL5949 Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps (DEU)
MIL-PRF-1/1100 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
MILE1 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
5949 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
Related Parts
3805-00-487-2815INTERCHANGEABLE
VALVE,POPPET,HYDRAULIC CONTROL
5960-00-542-7181INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE
5340-01-215-6299INTERCHANGEABLE
CLAMP,LOOP
8T1760

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5960-00-578-5484?

NSN 5960-00-578-5484 is a Electron Tube, manufactured by Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps, classified under FSC 5960 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5960-00-578-5484?

NSN 5960-00-578-5484 has 4 cross-referenced part numbers: PL5949 (Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps), MIL-PRF-1/1100 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), MILE1 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), 5949 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M).

What NSN replaces 5960-00-578-5484?

There are 3 known substitutes for 5960-00-578-5484: 3805-00-487-2815, 5960-00-542-7181, 5340-01-215-6299. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of PL5949?

Key specifications for PL5949: Tube Type: THYRATRON; Special Features: ENVELOPE MATERIAL: METAL; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 5949 TYPE. 3 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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