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2N2079ATransistor

Solitron Devices, Inc. · NSN 5961-00-181-0547 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-181-0547 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-181-0547. Primary manufacturer part number: 2N2079A.
Features
  • Transistor — FSC 5961
  • Semiconductor Material: GERMANIUM
  • Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
  • Internal Configuration: JUNCTION CONTACT
  • Overall Diameter: 1.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Specification/standard Data: 80131-EIA3582 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION STANDARD
  • Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to Case: COLLECTOR
  • 5 verified cross-references
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Transistor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-181-0547, 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 Solitron Devices, Inc.. Government technical data includes 6 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 5 commercial cross-references from 4 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 5 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-181-0547
Primary Part Number2N2079A
Item NameTransistor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerSolitron Devices, Inc.
StatusACTIVE
Semiconductor MaterialGERMANIUM
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Internal ConfigurationJUNCTION CONTACT
Overall Diameter1.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Specification/standard Data80131-EIA3582 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION STANDARD
Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to CaseCOLLECTOR
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 5
5961-00-044-5749 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-00-050-0102 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-00-494-9002 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-00-900-4817 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-00-902-1178 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
2N2079A Solitron Devices, Inc. (USA)
2N2079A Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (USA)
2N2079A Electronic Industries Association
RELEASE3582 Electronic Industries Association
2N2079A Electronic Transistors Corp (USA)
Related Parts
5961-00-044-5749INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-00-050-0102INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-00-494-9002INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-00-900-4817INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-00-902-1178INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-181-0547?

NSN 5961-00-181-0547 is a Transistor, manufactured by Solitron Devices, Inc., classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-181-0547?

NSN 5961-00-181-0547 has 5 cross-referenced part numbers: 2N2079A (Solitron Devices, Inc.), 2N2079A (Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.), 2N2079A (Electronic Industries Association), RELEASE3582 (Electronic Industries Association), 2N2079A (Electronic Transistors Corp).

What NSN replaces 5961-00-181-0547?

There are 5 known substitutes for 5961-00-181-0547: 5961-00-044-5749, 5961-00-050-0102, 5961-00-494-9002 and 2 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 2N2079A?

Key specifications for 2N2079A: Semiconductor Material: GERMANIUM; Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASE; Internal Configuration: JUNCTION CONTACT; Overall Diameter: 1.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 8 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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