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2N1496Transistor

Electronic Industries Association · NSN 5961-00-088-9350 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-088-9350 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-088-9350. Primary manufacturer part number: 2N1496.
Features
  • Transistor — FSC 5961
  • Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 40.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 40.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 25.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 25.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 4.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN4.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN
  • Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 100.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION100.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
  • Specification/standard Data: 80131-RELEASE3362 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION80131-RELEASE3362 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION
  • Thread Series Designator: UNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC)
  • Internal Configuration: JUNCTION CONTACTJUNCTION CONTACT
  • Nominal Thread Size: 0.164 INCHES0.164 INCHES IN
  • Semiconductor Material: GERMANIUMGERMANIUM
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Transistor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-088-9350, 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 Electronic Industries Association. Government technical data includes 16 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. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-088-9350
Primary Part Number2N1496
Item NameTransistor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerElectronic Industries Association
StatusACTIVE
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic40.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 40.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 25.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 25.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 4.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN4.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point100.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION100.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
Specification/standard Data80131-RELEASE3362 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION80131-RELEASE3362 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION
Thread Series DesignatorUNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC)
Internal ConfigurationJUNCTION CONTACTJUNCTION CONTACT
Nominal Thread Size0.164 INCHES0.164 INCHES IN
Semiconductor MaterialGERMANIUMGERMANIUM
Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to CaseCOLLECTORCOLLECTOR
Current Rating Per Characteristic500.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC500.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC
Mounting Facility Quantity11
Terminal Type and Quantity3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Overall Diameter0.370 INCHES NOMINAL0.370 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Overall Width Across Flats0.250 INCHES MINIMUM0.250 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Power Rating Per Characteristic500.0 MILLIWATTS MAXIMUM COLLECTOR POWER DISSIPATION500.0 MILLIWATTS MAXIMUM COLLECTOR POWER DISSIPATION
Mounting MethodTHREADED STUD(S)
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASEHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 2
5961-00-059-4723 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-00-784-7711 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
2N1496 Electronic Industries Association
RELEASE3362 Electronic Industries Association
2N1496 Ford Aerospace Corp Electronics Div (USA)
Related Parts
5961-00-059-4723INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-00-784-7711INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-088-9350?

NSN 5961-00-088-9350 is a Transistor, manufactured by Electronic Industries Association, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-088-9350?

NSN 5961-00-088-9350 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: 2N1496 (Electronic Industries Association), RELEASE3362 (Electronic Industries Association), 2N1496 (Ford Aerospace Corp Electronics Div).

What NSN replaces 5961-00-088-9350?

There are 2 known substitutes for 5961-00-088-9350: 5961-00-059-4723, 5961-00-784-7711. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 2N1496?

Key specifications for 2N1496: Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 40.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 40.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 25.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 25.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 4.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN4.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN; Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 100.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION100.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC; Specification/standard Data: 80131-RELEASE3362 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION80131-RELEASE3362 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION; Thread Series Designator: UNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC). 18 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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