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USAF5687WAElectron Tube

Air Force Lifecycle Management Center Electronic Components (aflcmc/ezss) · NSN 5960-00-827-8781 · FSC 5960 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5960-00-827-8781 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5960-00-827-8781. Primary manufacturer part number: USAF5687WA.
Features
  • Electron Tube — FSC 5960
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 5687WA TYPE
  • Tube Type: DUOTRIODE
  • 2 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Air Force Lifecycle Management Center Electronic Components (aflcmc/ezss)
Applications
  • Fluid conveyance
  • Hydraulic system plumbing
  • Pneumatic line routing
General Description

The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-827-8781, 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 Air Force Lifecycle Management Center Electronic Components (aflcmc/ezss). Government technical data includes 2 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 3 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5960-00-827-8781
Primary Part NumberUSAF5687WA
Item NameElectron Tube
FSC / FSG5960 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerAir Force Lifecycle Management Center Electronic Components (aflcmc/ezss)
StatusACTIVE
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data5687WA TYPE
Tube TypeDUOTRIODE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
5960-00-179-4749 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
5960-00-577-3078 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
5960-00-800-0519 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
5687WA Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
USAF5687WA PRIMARY Air Force Lifecycle Management Center Electronic Components (aflcmc/ezss) (USA)
Related Parts
5960-00-179-4749INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE
5960-00-577-3078INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE
5960-00-800-0519INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5960-00-827-8781?

NSN 5960-00-827-8781 is a Electron Tube, manufactured by Air Force Lifecycle Management Center Electronic Components (aflcmc/ezss), classified under FSC 5960 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5960-00-827-8781?

NSN 5960-00-827-8781 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: 5687WA (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), USAF5687WA (Air Force Lifecycle Management Center Electronic Components (aflcmc/ezss)).

What NSN replaces 5960-00-827-8781?

There are 3 known substitutes for 5960-00-827-8781: 5960-00-179-4749, 5960-00-577-3078, 5960-00-800-0519. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of USAF5687WA?

Key specifications for USAF5687WA: Special Features: MFTR. CLASSIFICATION:MINIATURE; ENVELOPE MATERIAL:GLASS; DEPARTURE FROM CITED DESIGNATOR:EXCEPT HAS MEASURED RELIABILITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH DAYTON AFD RELIABILITY TEST DOCUMENT NO. MDNE-PD-59-4; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 5687WA TYPE; Tube Type: DUOTRIODE. 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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