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MILE1-968Electron Tube

Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M · NSN 5960-00-686-6755 · FSC 5960 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5960-00-686-6755 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5960-00-686-6755. Primary manufacturer part number: MILE1-968.
Features
  • Electron Tube — FSC 5960
  • Tube Type: THYRATRON
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 1257 TYPE
  • 3 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
Applications
  • Fluid conveyance
  • Hydraulic system plumbing
  • Pneumatic line routing
General Description

The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-686-6755, 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 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M. Government technical data includes 2 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 1 verified substitute exists in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5960-00-686-6755
Primary Part NumberMILE1-968
Item NameElectron Tube
FSC / FSG5960 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerMilitary Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
StatusCANCELLED
Tube TypeTHYRATRON
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data1257 TYPE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
5960-00-133-9234 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
MILE1-968 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
VC1257 Cooper Industries Inc Champion Aviation Products (USA)
1257 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
Related Parts
5960-00-133-9234INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5960-00-686-6755?

NSN 5960-00-686-6755 is a Electron Tube, manufactured by Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M, classified under FSC 5960 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5960-00-686-6755?

NSN 5960-00-686-6755 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: MILE1-968 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), VC1257 (Cooper Industries Inc Champion Aviation Products), 1257 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M).

What NSN replaces 5960-00-686-6755?

There is 1 known substitute for 5960-00-686-6755: 5960-00-133-9234. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of MILE1-968?

Key specifications for MILE1-968: Tube Type: THYRATRON; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 1257 TYPE; Special Features: ENVELOPE MATERIAL: GLASS. 3 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5960-00-686-6755 still in active supply?

NSN 5960-00-686-6755 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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