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NL8422/NL5991Electron Tube

National Electronics Div of Richardson Electronics Ltd · NSN 5960-01-169-8158 · FSC 5960 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5960-01-169-8158 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5960-01-169-8158. Primary manufacturer part number: NL8422/NL5991.
Features
  • Electron Tube — FSC 5960
  • 4 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: National Electronics Div of Richardson Electronics Ltd
Applications
  • Fluid conveyance
  • Hydraulic system plumbing
  • Pneumatic line routing
General Description

The Electron Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-01-169-8158, 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 National Electronics Div of Richardson Electronics Ltd. This item has 4 commercial cross-references from 4 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Catalog Facts
Item NameElectron Tube
FSC / FSG5960 — No Item Name Available (FSG 59)
ManufacturersRichardson Electronics, Ltd. (CAGE 5L804); Unisys Corporation Dba Unisys Corp (CAGE 09975); Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M (CAGE 81349); National Electronics Div of Richardson Electronics Ltd (CAGE 83781)
Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5960-01-169-8158
Primary Part NumberNL8422/NL5991
Item NameElectron Tube
FSC / FSG5960 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerNational Electronics Div of Richardson Electronics Ltd
StatusCANCELLED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 2
5960-00-892-8632 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
5960-00-998-0409 INTERCHANGEABLE
Electron Tube
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
NL8422/NL5991 Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (USA)
NL-8422/5991 Unisys Corporation Dba Unisys Corp (USA)
JAN8422 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
NL8422/NL5991 PRIMARY National Electronics Div of Richardson Electronics Ltd (USA)
Related Parts
5960-00-892-8632INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE
5960-00-998-0409INTERCHANGEABLE
ELECTRON TUBE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5960-01-169-8158?

NSN 5960-01-169-8158 is a Electron Tube, manufactured by National Electronics Div of Richardson Electronics Ltd, classified under FSC 5960 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5960-01-169-8158?

NSN 5960-01-169-8158 has 4 cross-referenced part numbers: NL8422/NL5991 (Richardson Electronics, Ltd.), NL-8422/5991 (Unisys Corporation Dba Unisys Corp), JAN8422 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), NL8422/NL5991 (National Electronics Div of Richardson Electronics Ltd).

What NSN replaces 5960-01-169-8158?

There are 2 known substitutes for 5960-01-169-8158: 5960-00-892-8632, 5960-00-998-0409. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

Is NSN 5960-01-169-8158 still in active supply?

NSN 5960-01-169-8158 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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