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4CX1000AElectron Tube

Varian Associates Inc · NSN 5960-00-778-2341 · FSC 5960 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5960-00-778-2341 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5960-00-778-2341. Primary manufacturer part number: 4CX1000A.
Features
  • Electron Tube — FSC 5960
  • Tube Type: TETRODE
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 8168 TYPE
  • 3 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Varian Associates Inc
Applications
  • Fluid conveyance
  • Hydraulic system plumbing
  • Pneumatic line routing
General Description

The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-778-2341, 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 Varian Associates Inc. Government technical data includes 2 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 3 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5960-00-778-2341
Primary Part Number4CX1000A
Item NameElectron Tube
FSC / FSG5960 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerVarian Associates Inc
StatusACTIVE
Tube TypeTETRODE
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data8168 TYPE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 12
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
4CX1000A Varian Associates Inc (USA)
4CX1000A Communications & Power Industries Llc Dba Cpi Div Microwave Power Products Division - Eimac Operations (USA)
8168 Electronic Industries Association
Related Parts
6240-00-014-2306INTERCHANGEABLE
LAMP,INCANDESCENT
5330-00-018-2354INTERCHANGEABLE
PACKING,PREFORMED
816-8
4310-00-029-0124INTERCHANGEABLE
RING SET,PISTON
8168
4730-00-630-7590INTERCHANGEABLE
ADAPTER,STRAIGHT,TUBE TO HOSE
816-8
5950-00-809-4571INTERCHANGEABLE
REACTOR
8108520
5960-00-810-3603INTERCHANGEABLE
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RESISTOR,VARIABLE,WIRE WOUND,NON
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5930-01-056-5150INTERCHANGEABLE
SWITCH,PUSH
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MOTOR,ALTERNATING CURRENT
8168
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ANALYZER,COLOR,PRIN
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CABLE,SPECIAL PURPOSE,ELECTRICAL
5051-1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5960-00-778-2341?

NSN 5960-00-778-2341 is a Electron Tube, manufactured by Varian Associates Inc, classified under FSC 5960 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5960-00-778-2341?

NSN 5960-00-778-2341 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: 4CX1000A (Varian Associates Inc), 4CX1000A (Communications & Power Industries Llc Dba Cpi Div Microwave Power Products Division - Eimac Operations), 8168 (Electronic Industries Association).

What NSN replaces 5960-00-778-2341?

There are 12 known substitutes for 5960-00-778-2341: 6240-00-014-2306, 5330-00-018-2354, 4310-00-029-0124 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 4CX1000A?

Key specifications for 4CX1000A: Special Features: ENVELOPE MATERIAL: CERAMIC AND METAL; Tube Type: TETRODE; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 8168 TYPE. 3 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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