FSC: 5960 — Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware
FSG: 59 — Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components
General Description
The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-688-2615, 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2 specifications, cited from the U.S. Government catalog. 2 additional reference documents (drawings, advisory and superseded references) are recorded in the U.S. Government catalog. 4 items share a part number with this NSN in the catalog (possible match — not a government interchangeability claim). Current acquisition status: Active.
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Value
NSN
5960-00-688-2615
Item Name
Electron Tube
FSC / FSG
5960 / 59 — Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware
Status
ACTIVE
Tube Type
TRIODE
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data
5796 TYPE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition Status
ACTIVE
DEMIL Code
DEMIL B — Remove Demilitarization Key Points
Hazard
Possible hazard — SDS may be required (DLA HMIC P)
Criticality Code
X
⇄Related Items4
Each row states its source: a government interchangeability/replacement code, or a possible match on a shared part number.
2530-00-701-04245796POSSIBLE MATCH
KINGPIN,WHEEL SPINDLE
Possible match (shared part number)Jaidinger Manufacturing Co Inc Dba Jaidinger Manufacturing Co Inc
5950-00-944-94247627994G7POSSIBLE MATCH
TRANSFORMER,RADIO FREQUENCY
Possible match (shared part number)Lockheed Martin Corporation Div Rms
5331-01-029-62985796-PCPOSSIBLE MATCH
O-RING
Possible match (shared part number)Romac Industries, Inc. Dba Hays Fluid Controls Div Hays Fluid Controls Division
5330-01-546-73475-796POSSIBLE MATCH
PACKING,PREFORMED
Possible match (shared part number)Parker-Hannifin Corp Div O-Ring Division
Cross-Reference Index
No manufacturer part numbers on file in the U.S. Government catalog.
Reference documents
Reference
Meaning
MIL-E-1
4/1Identification reference
U.S. Government activity
5796
2/2Government specification standardization
U.S. Government activity
Related Parts
2530-00-701-0424POSSIBLE MATCH
KINGPIN,WHEEL SPINDLE
5796
5950-00-944-9424POSSIBLE MATCH
TRANSFORMER,RADIO FREQUENCY
7627994G7
5331-01-029-6298POSSIBLE MATCH
O-RING
5796-PC
5330-01-546-7347POSSIBLE MATCH
PACKING,PREFORMED
5-796
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NSN 5960-00-688-2615?
NSN 5960-00-688-2615 is a Electron Tube, classified under FSC 5960, Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware. Status: active.
What NSN replaces 5960-00-688-2615?
4 possible matches (shared part number, not a government interchangeability claim): 2530-00-701-0424, 5950-00-944-9424, 5331-01-029-6298. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.
What are the specifications of 5960-00-688-2615?
Key specifications for 5960-00-688-2615: Tube Type: TRIODE; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 5796 TYPE; Special Features: ENVELOPE MATERIAL: GLASS. 2 specifications are documented in the U.S. Government catalog.
Is NSN 5960-00-688-2615 hazardous material?
Possible hazard — SDS may be required (DLA HMIC P). Hazard information on this page is shown exactly as it appears in the DLA record.
What is the DEMIL code for NSN 5960-00-688-2615?
NSN 5960-00-688-2615 has DEMIL Code B. Demilitarization may be required before disposal or transfer to non-military entities.
Sources
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.
✓ Data cited from the U.S. Government catalog; commercial cross-references from OEM and certified industry sources.