The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-685-8993, 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 Rca Corp Distributor and Special Products Div. Government technical data includes 2 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 4 commercial cross-references from 4 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| NSN | 5960-00-685-8993 |
| Primary Part Number | 12AU7A |
| Item Name | Electron Tube |
| FSC / FSG | 5960 / 59 — No Item Name Available |
| Manufacturer | Rca Corp Distributor and Special Products Div |
| Status | CANCELLED |
| Tube Type | TRIODE |
| Nondefinitive Spec/std Data | 12AU7A TYPE |
| Acquisition Status | CANCELLED |
| HAZMAT | No |
NSN 5960-00-685-8993 is a Electron Tube, manufactured by Rca Corp Distributor and Special Products Div, classified under FSC 5960 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.
NSN 5960-00-685-8993 has 4 cross-referenced part numbers: 12AU7A (Rca Corp Distributor and Special Products Div), 5254-254 (Raytheon Company Div Rmd Strategic), 12AU7A (Electronic Industries Association), BS-12AU7A (British Sarozal Ltd).
There are 2 known substitutes for 5960-00-685-8993: 5960-00-717-1329, 5960-00-834-7504. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.
Key specifications for 12AU7A: Tube Type: TRIODE; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 12AU7A TYPE; Special Features: ENVELOPE MATERIAL: GLASS. 3 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.
NSN 5960-00-685-8993 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.