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157-0050-00Electron Tubes,matched

Tektronix, Inc. · NSN 5960-00-809-6491 · FSC 5960 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5960-00-809-6491 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5960-00-809-6491. Primary manufacturer part number: 157-0050-00.
Features
  • Electron Tubes,matched — FSC 5960
  • Matched Characteristic: AGED-DIFFERENTIAL-BALANCED
  • Manufacturer Classification: SHARP-CUTOFF PENTODE
  • Material: GLASS ENVELOPE
  • Individual Tube Quantity: 2
  • Tube Size Designation: 12AU6
  • Controlling Agency: TEKTRONIX,INC.
  • 2 verified cross-references
Applications
  • Applications requiring Glass Envelope construction
General Description

The Electron Tubes,matched, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-809-6491, 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 Tektronix, Inc.. Government technical data includes 6 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references from 1 manufacturer, 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
NSN5960-00-809-6491
Primary Part Number157-0050-00
Item NameElectron Tubes,matched
FSC / FSG5960 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerTektronix, Inc.
StatusCANCELLED
Matched CharacteristicAGED-DIFFERENTIAL-BALANCED
Manufacturer ClassificationSHARP-CUTOFF PENTODE
MaterialGLASS ENVELOPE
Individual Tube Quantity2
Tube Size Designation12AU6
Controlling AgencyTEKTRONIX,INC.
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
2990-00-269-714589966 INTERCHANGEABLE
Muffler,exhaust
Briggs and Stratton Corp
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
157-050 Tektronix, Inc. (USA)
157-0050-00 PRIMARY Tektronix, Inc. (USA)
Related Parts
2990-00-269-7145INTERCHANGEABLE
MUFFLER,EXHAUST
89966

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5960-00-809-6491?

NSN 5960-00-809-6491 is a Electron Tubes,matched, manufactured by Tektronix, Inc., classified under FSC 5960 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5960-00-809-6491?

NSN 5960-00-809-6491 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: 157-050 (Tektronix, Inc.), 157-0050-00 (Tektronix, Inc.).

What NSN replaces 5960-00-809-6491?

There is 1 known substitute for 5960-00-809-6491: 2990-00-269-7145. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 157-0050-00?

Key specifications for 157-0050-00: Matched Characteristic: AGED-DIFFERENTIAL-BALANCED; Manufacturer Classification: SHARP-CUTOFF PENTODE; Special Features: THE TESTER MENTIONED IN 3 (ABOVE) IS A MANUFACTURING EXPEDIENT.; Material: GLASS ENVELOPE. 7 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5960-00-809-6491 still in active supply?

NSN 5960-00-809-6491 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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