The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-617-4908, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5960 (Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. Government technical data includes 2 specifications, cited from the U.S. Government catalog. 2 additional reference documents (drawings, advisory and superseded references) are recorded in the U.S. Government catalog. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| NSN | 5960-00-617-4908 |
| Item Name | Electron Tube |
| FSC / FSG | 5960 / 59 — Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware |
| Status | CANCELLED |
| Tube Type | PENTODE |
| Nondefinitive Spec/std Data | 12BA6 TYPE |
| Acquisition Status | CANCELLED |
| DEMIL Code | DEMIL B — Remove Demilitarization Key Points |
| Hazard | Possible hazard — SDS may be required (DLA HMIC P) |
| Criticality Code | X |
| Reference | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 12BA6 | 3/9 Design control — primary reference U.S. Government activity |
| 12BA6 | 5/9 Secondary reference Rca Corp Distribution and Special Products |
NSN 5960-00-617-4908 is a Electron Tube, classified under FSC 5960, Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware. Status: cancelled.
Key specifications for 5960-00-617-4908: Tube Type: PENTODE; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 12BA6 TYPE; Special Features: ENVELOPE MATERIAL: GLASS. 2 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 5960-00-617-4908 has DEMIL Code B. Demilitarization may be required before disposal or transfer to non-military entities.
NSN 5960-00-617-4908 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.
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.