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12AU7Electron Tube

Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps · NSN 5960-00-617-8686 · FSC 5960 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5960-00-617-8686 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5960-00-617-8686. Primary manufacturer part number: 12AU7.
Features
  • Electron Tube — FSC 5960
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 12AU7 TYPE
  • 6 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps
Applications
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General Description

The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-617-8686, 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 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. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5960-00-617-8686
Primary Part Number12AU7
Item NameElectron Tube
FSC / FSG5960 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerHensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps
StatusCANCELLED
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data12AU7 TYPE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 2
5960-00-027-1716 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
5960-00-166-7663 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
12AU7 Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps (DEU)
12AU7 General Electric Co Semi-Conductor Products Dept (USA)
12AU7 Electronic Industries Association
12AUG7 Rca Corp Distribution and Special Products (USA)
12AU7 General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. (USA)
12AU7 Rca Corp Distribution and Special Products (USA)
Related Parts
5960-00-027-1716INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE
5960-00-166-7663INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5960-00-617-8686?

NSN 5960-00-617-8686 is a Electron Tube, manufactured by Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps, classified under FSC 5960 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5960-00-617-8686?

NSN 5960-00-617-8686 has 6 cross-referenced part numbers: 12AU7 (Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps), 12AU7 (General Electric Co Semi-Conductor Products Dept), 12AU7 (Electronic Industries Association), 12AUG7 (Rca Corp Distribution and Special Products), 12AU7 (General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.) and 1 more.

What NSN replaces 5960-00-617-8686?

There are 2 known substitutes for 5960-00-617-8686: 5960-00-027-1716, 5960-00-166-7663. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 12AU7?

Key specifications for 12AU7: Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 12AU7 TYPE. 1 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5960-00-617-8686 still in active supply?

NSN 5960-00-617-8686 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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