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6DK6Electron Tube

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. · NSN 5960-00-821-5017 · FSC 5960 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5960-00-821-5017 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5960-00-821-5017. Primary manufacturer part number: 6DK6.
Features
  • Electron Tube — FSC 5960
  • Tube Type: PENTODE
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 6DK6 TYPE
  • 9 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Applications
  • Fluid conveyance
  • Hydraulic system plumbing
  • Pneumatic line routing
General Description

The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-821-5017, 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 General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.. Government technical data includes 2 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 9 commercial cross-references from 6 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5960-00-821-5017
Primary Part Number6DK6
Item NameElectron Tube
FSC / FSG5960 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
StatusCANCELLED
Tube TypePENTODE
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data6DK6 TYPE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 12
5960-00-100-6045 INTERCHANGEABLE
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5960-00-132-3104 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
5960-00-188-6593 INTERCHANGEABLE
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5960-00-501-327484336-06 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
Ge Aviation Systems Llc
5960-00-615-0243 INTERCHANGEABLE
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5960-00-680-9689 INTERCHANGEABLE
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5960-00-681-9686 INTERCHANGEABLE
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5960-00-800-0549 INTERCHANGEABLE
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5960-00-842-8291162000-051 INTERCHANGEABLE
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Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc. Div Bae Systems Information & Electronic Systems Integration Inc
5960-00-892-3809 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
6DK6 General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. (USA)
6DK6 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
MIL-E-1/1560 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
99027702 Thales Sa (FRA)
6DK6WA Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
DMS 84101B Dla Land and Maritime Dba Engineering and Technical Support Div Document Standardization Division (vendor Item Drawings) (USA)
6DK6 Philips Ecg Inc Div of North American Philips Corp (USA)
DMS84101 Dla Land and Maritime Dba Engineering and Technical Support Div Document Standardization Division (vendor Item Drawings) (USA)
084-20024-041 Lh Enterprise (USA)
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5960-00-501-3274INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE
84336-06
5960-00-615-0243INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE
5960-00-680-9689INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE
5960-00-681-9686INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE
5960-00-800-0549INTERCHANGEABLE
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5960-00-842-8291INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBES,MATCHED
162000-051
5960-00-892-3809INTERCHANGEABLE
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5960-00-929-8002INTERCHANGEABLE
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5960-00-821-5017?

NSN 5960-00-821-5017 is a Electron Tube, manufactured by General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc., classified under FSC 5960 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5960-00-821-5017?

NSN 5960-00-821-5017 has 9 cross-referenced part numbers: 6DK6 (General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.), 6DK6 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), MIL-E-1/1560 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), 99027702 (Thales Sa), 6DK6WA (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M) and 4 more.

What NSN replaces 5960-00-821-5017?

There are 12 known substitutes for 5960-00-821-5017: 5960-00-100-6045, 5960-00-132-3104, 5960-00-188-6593 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 6DK6?

Key specifications for 6DK6: Tube Type: PENTODE; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 6DK6 TYPE. 2 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5960-00-821-5017 still in active supply?

NSN 5960-00-821-5017 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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