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6879Electron Tube

Electronic Industries Association · NSN 5960-00-892-0990 · FSC 5960 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5960-00-892-0990 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5960-00-892-0990. Primary manufacturer part number: 6879.
Features
  • Electron Tube — FSC 5960
  • Tube Type: COUNTER
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 6879 TYPE
  • 2 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Electronic Industries Association
Applications
  • Fluid conveyance
  • Hydraulic system plumbing
  • Pneumatic line routing
General Description

The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-00-892-0990, 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 Electronic Industries Association. 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. 11 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5960-00-892-0990
Primary Part Number6879
Item NameElectron Tube
FSC / FSG5960 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerElectronic Industries Association
StatusCANCELLED
Tube TypeCOUNTER
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data6879 TYPE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 11
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
6879 Electronic Industries Association
6879 General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. (USA)
Related Parts
1650-00-095-2034INTERCHANGEABLE
FILTER ELEMENT,FLUID
7530-00-244-4073INTERCHANGEABLE
PAPER,CARBON,TYPEWRITER
5330-00-245-5424INTERCHANGEABLE
GASKET
17265A
2530-00-300-0969INTERCHANGEABLE
PARTS KIT,HYDRAULIC BRAKE WHEEL
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CRYSTAL UNIT,QUARTZ
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STRAINER ELEMENT,SEDIMENT
5995-00-962-0487INTERCHANGEABLE
WIRING HARNESS,BRANCHED
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1680-01-107-8563INTERCHANGEABLE
SEAT,AIRCRAFT
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4920-01-218-5587INTERCHANGEABLE
PARTS KIT,SWAGER
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LEAD SET,IGNITION,ENGINE
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THERMOCOUPLE,CONTACT
6879

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5960-00-892-0990?

NSN 5960-00-892-0990 is a Electron Tube, manufactured by Electronic Industries Association, classified under FSC 5960 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5960-00-892-0990?

NSN 5960-00-892-0990 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: 6879 (Electronic Industries Association), 6879 (General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.).

What NSN replaces 5960-00-892-0990?

There are 11 known substitutes for 5960-00-892-0990: 1650-00-095-2034, 7530-00-244-4073, 5330-00-245-5424 and 8 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 6879?

Key specifications for 6879: Tube Type: COUNTER; Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 6879 TYPE. 2 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5960-00-892-0990 still in active supply?

NSN 5960-00-892-0990 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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