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2N497ATransistor

General Electric Co Semi-Conductor Products Dept · NSN 5961-00-043-1335 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-043-1335 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-043-1335. Primary manufacturer part number: 2N497A.
Features
  • Transistor — FSC 5961
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
  • Current Rating Per Characteristic: 250.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM BASE CURRENT, DC AND 500.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC
  • Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 60.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 60.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 8.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN
  • Terminal Length: 1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN
  • Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to Case: COLLECTOR
  • Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 200.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
  • Terminal Circle Diameter: 0.200 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Transistor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-043-1335, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5961 (No Item Name Available) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is General Electric Co Semi-Conductor Products Dept. Government technical data includes 14 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 6 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-043-1335
Primary Part Number2N497A
Item NameTransistor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerGeneral Electric Co Semi-Conductor Products Dept
StatusACTIVE
Terminal Type and Quantity3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Current Rating Per Characteristic250.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM BASE CURRENT, DC AND 500.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic60.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 60.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 8.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN
Terminal Length1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to CaseCOLLECTOR
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point200.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
Terminal Circle Diameter0.200 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Power Rating Per Characteristic1.0 WATTS MAXIMUM COLLECTOR POWER DISSIPATION
Internal ConfigurationJUNCTION CONTACT
Mounting MethodTERMINAL
Specification/standard Data80131-RELEASE3021 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Semiconductor MaterialSILICON
Overall Diameter0.370 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 6
5961-00-015-01522N497 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
Texas Instruments Incorporated
5961-00-079-13181532887-1 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
Honeywell International, Inc Div Aerospace-Tucson
5961-00-724-6904 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-00-729-27862N656A INTERCHANGEABLE
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Semiconductor Technology, Inc. Dba Semiconductor Technology Inc
5961-00-806-83092N657A INTERCHANGEABLE
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Central Semiconductor, Llc Dba Central Semiconductor Corp
5961-00-894-44977901872-001 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
General Motors Corp
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
2N497A General Electric Co Semi-Conductor Products Dept (USA)
RELEASE3021 Electronic Industries Association
2N497A Electronic Industries Association
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-043-1335?

NSN 5961-00-043-1335 is a Transistor, manufactured by General Electric Co Semi-Conductor Products Dept, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-043-1335?

NSN 5961-00-043-1335 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: 2N497A (General Electric Co Semi-Conductor Products Dept), RELEASE3021 (Electronic Industries Association), 2N497A (Electronic Industries Association).

What NSN replaces 5961-00-043-1335?

There are 6 known substitutes for 5961-00-043-1335: 5961-00-015-0152, 5961-00-079-1318, 5961-00-724-6904 and 3 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 2N497A?

Key specifications for 2N497A: Terminal Type and Quantity: 3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD; Special Features: JUNCTION PATTERN ARRANGEMENT: NPN; Current Rating Per Characteristic: 250.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM BASE CURRENT, DC AND 500.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC; Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 60.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 60.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 8.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN. 16 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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