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2N3228Semiconductor Device,thyristor

Solid State Devices, Inc · NSN 5961-00-078-8595 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-078-8595 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-078-8595. Primary manufacturer part number: 2N3228.
Features
  • Semiconductor Device,thyristor — FSC 5961
  • Current Rating Per Characteristic: 60.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE FORWARD CURRENT AVERAGED OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE60.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE FORWARD CURRENT AVERAGED OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE
  • Internal Configuration: JUNCTION CONTACTJUNCTION CONTACT
  • Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to Case: ANODEANODE
  • Semiconductor Material: SILICONSILICON
  • Overall Diameter: 0.620 INCHES MAXIMUM0.620 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 100.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION100.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
  • Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASEHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Semiconductor Device,thyristor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-078-8595, 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 Solid State Devices, Inc. Government technical data includes 12 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 20 commercial cross-references from 17 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 4 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-078-8595
Primary Part Number2N3228
Item NameSemiconductor Device,thyristor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerSolid State Devices, Inc
StatusCANCELLED
Current Rating Per Characteristic60.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE FORWARD CURRENT AVERAGED OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE60.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE FORWARD CURRENT AVERAGED OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE
Internal ConfigurationJUNCTION CONTACTJUNCTION CONTACT
Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to CaseANODEANODE
Semiconductor MaterialSILICONSILICON
Overall Diameter0.620 INCHES MAXIMUM0.620 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point100.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION100.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASEHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Power Rating Per Characteristic5.0 WATTS MAXIMUM PEAK GATE POWER DISSIPATION5.0 WATTS MAXIMUM PEAK GATE POWER DISSIPATION
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic200.0 MAXIMUM BREAKOVER VOLTAGE, DC200.0 MAXIMUM BREAKOVER VOLTAGE, DC
Terminal Type and Quantity2 PIN AND 2 PIN AND 1 CASE1 CASE
Mounting MethodUNTHREADED HOLE(S)
Mounting Facility Quantity22
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 4
5330-00-147-967218024C INTERCHANGEABLE
Gasket
Brinkley Technology Group Llc Dba Hercules Manufacturing
5961-00-275-7332353-3689-021 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
Rockwell Collins, Inc. Dba Collins Aerospace Government Systems Div Collins Aerospace - Government Systems
5342-00-337-1265 INTERCHANGEABLE
Insert,phenolic
5306-01-579-7550EM8X27 MM INTERCHANGEABLE
Bolt,eye
Izerwaren Inc
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
5L5522-001-02 Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps (DEU)
2N3228 PRIMARY Solid State Devices, Inc (USA)
RELEASE4612A Electronic Industries Association
249164 Gould Instrument Systems Inc (USA)
2N3228A Adelco Elektronik Gmbh (DEU)
2N3228 Joint Electron Device Engineering Council
1884-0088 Avago Technologies Us Inc Div Avago Technologies (USA)
1884-0088 Hewlett-Packard Company Dba HP (USA)
2N3228 General Electric Co Electronic Components Division of Electronic Atomic and Defense Systems Group
2N3228 Renesas Electronics America Inc (USA)
62827 Rca Corp Distribution and Special Products (USA)
2N3228 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
2N3228 Electronic Industries Association
2N3228 Lockheed Martin Corporation Dba Lockheed Martin Simulation Training & Support (USA)
2N3228 Rca Corp Receiving Tube Div (USA)
2N3228 Adelco Elektronik Gmbh (DEU)
6L.5522.518.00-009153 Leonardo Germany Gmbh (DEU)
52002407 Rohde & Schwarz Gmbh & Co. Kg (DEU)
2N3228 Rca Corp New Products Div (USA)
2N3228 Rca Corp Distribution and Special Products (USA)
Related Parts
5330-00-147-9672INTERCHANGEABLE
GASKET
18024C
5961-00-275-7332INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,THYRISTOR
353-3689-021
5342-00-337-1265INTERCHANGEABLE
INSERT,PHENOLIC
5306-01-579-7550INTERCHANGEABLE
BOLT,EYE
EM8X27 MM

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-078-8595?

NSN 5961-00-078-8595 is a Semiconductor Device,thyristor, manufactured by Solid State Devices, Inc, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-078-8595?

NSN 5961-00-078-8595 has 20 cross-referenced part numbers: 5L5522-001-02 (Hensoldt Sensors Gmbh Div Seps), 2N3228 (Solid State Devices, Inc), RELEASE4612A (Electronic Industries Association), 249164 (Gould Instrument Systems Inc), 2N3228A (Adelco Elektronik Gmbh) and 15 more.

What NSN replaces 5961-00-078-8595?

There are 4 known substitutes for 5961-00-078-8595: 5330-00-147-9672, 5961-00-275-7332, 5342-00-337-1265 and 1 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 2N3228?

Key specifications for 2N3228: Current Rating Per Characteristic: 60.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE FORWARD CURRENT AVERAGED OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE60.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE FORWARD CURRENT AVERAGED OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE; Internal Configuration: JUNCTION CONTACTJUNCTION CONTACT; Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to Case: ANODEANODE; Semiconductor Material: SILICONSILICON. 14 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5961-00-078-8595 still in active supply?

NSN 5961-00-078-8595 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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