NSN 5960-01-196-8878 · NIIN 011968878 · Part number 1856971-2
Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation · FSC 5960 — Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware · FSG 59 — Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components · CAGE 03956
Government record, cited
NSN 5960-01-196-8878 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5960-01-196-8878. Manufacturer of record part number: 1856971-2.
Also searched as5960-01-196-8878 ·
5960011968878 ·
NIIN 011968878 ·
01-196-8878 ·
FSC 5960 Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware · CAGE 03956 · 1856971-2
Manufacturer of record: Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation
Identification
NSN: 5960-01-196-8878
NIIN: 011968878
FSC: 5960 — Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware
FSG: 59 — Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components
Primary part number: 1856971-2
Manufacturer: Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation
General Description
The Spark Gap,protection Tube, cataloged under National Stock Number 5960-01-196-8878, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5960 (Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The manufacturer of record is Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation. The record lists 1 manufacturer part number for this item, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. Current acquisition status: Active.
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Value
NSN
5960-01-196-8878
Primary Part Number
1856971-2
Item Name
Spark Gap,protection Tube
FSC / FSG
5960 / 59 — Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware
Manufacturer
Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation
Status
ACTIVE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition Status
ACTIVE
DEMIL Code
DEMIL D — Destroy Item
Hazard
Possible hazard — SDS may be required (DLA HMIC P)
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Items in the same Federal Supply class. No interchangeability or substitution relationship is implied.
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5960-00-001-2997 · Item name not on file
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5960-00-001-3039 · Item name not on file
5960-00-001-3099
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5960-00-001-4686
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5960-00-001-7279
5960-00-001-7279 · Item name not on file
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NSN 5960-01-196-8878?
NSN 5960-01-196-8878 is a Spark Gap,protection Tube, manufactured by Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, classified under FSC 5960, Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware. Status: active.
What part numbers are listed for NSN 5960-01-196-8878?
NSN 5960-01-196-8878 has 1 manufacturer part number on file: 1856971-2 (Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation).
What are the specifications of 1856971-2?
Key specifications for 1856971-2: End Item Identification: E3A ACFT. 0 specifications are documented in the U.S. Government catalog.
Is NSN 5960-01-196-8878 hazardous material?
Possible hazard — SDS may be required (DLA HMIC P). Hazard information on this page is shown exactly as it appears in the DLA record.
What is the DEMIL code for NSN 5960-01-196-8878?
NSN 5960-01-196-8878 has DEMIL Code D. Demilitarization may be required before disposal or transfer to non-military entities.
Sources
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-16.
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-18.
✓ Data cited from the U.S. Government catalog; commercial cross-references from OEM and certified industry sources.