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2N1916Semiconductor Device,thyristor

Powerex, Inc. · NSN 5961-00-226-8698 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-226-8698 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-226-8698. Primary manufacturer part number: 2N1916.
Features
  • Semiconductor Device,thyristor — FSC 5961
  • Overall Width Across Flats: 1.031 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.062 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Semiconductor Material: SILICON
  • Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
  • Current Rating Per Characteristic: 2.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM PEAK POSITIVE GATE CURRENT AND 50.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE ON-STATE CURRENT, 180 DEGREES CONDUCTION ANGLE, AVERAGE OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE
  • Nominal Thread Size: 0.500 INCHES IN
  • Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 10.0 MAXIMUM OFF-STATE VOLTAGE, PEAK AND 400.0 MAXIMUM OFF-STATE VOLTAGE, RMS TOTAL AND 5.0 MAXIMUM GATE VOLTAGE, DC
  • Mounting Facility Quantity: 1
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Semiconductor Device,thyristor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-226-8698, 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 Powerex, Inc.. Government technical data includes 15 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 6 commercial cross-references from 5 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-226-8698
Primary Part Number2N1916
Item NameSemiconductor Device,thyristor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerPowerex, Inc.
StatusCANCELLED
Overall Width Across Flats1.031 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.062 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Semiconductor MaterialSILICON
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Current Rating Per Characteristic2.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM PEAK POSITIVE GATE CURRENT AND 50.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE ON-STATE CURRENT, 180 DEGREES CONDUCTION ANGLE, AVERAGE OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE
Nominal Thread Size0.500 INCHES IN
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic10.0 MAXIMUM OFF-STATE VOLTAGE, PEAK AND 400.0 MAXIMUM OFF-STATE VOLTAGE, RMS TOTAL AND 5.0 MAXIMUM GATE VOLTAGE, DC
Mounting Facility Quantity1
Mounting MethodTHREADED STUD(S)
Test Data Document81349-MIL-PRF-19500 SPECIFICATION (INCLUDES ENGINEERING TYPE BULLETINS, BROCHURES,ETC., THAT REFLECT SPECIFICATION TYPE DATA IN SPECIFICATION FORMAT; EXCLUDES COMMERCIAL CATALOGS, INDUSTRY DIRECTORIES, AND SIMILAR TRADE PUBLICATIONS, REFLECTING GENERAL TYPE DATA ON CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS AND TEST CONDITIONS THAT ARE SHOWN AS "TYPICAL", "AVERAGE", "NOMINAL", ETC.).
Specification/standard Data81349-MIL-PRF-19500 GOVERNMENT SPECIFICATION
Power Rating Per Characteristic5.0 WATTS MAXIMUM PEAK GATE POWER DISSIPATION
Terminal Type and Quantity3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD W/TERMINAL LUG
Internal ConfigurationJUNCTION CONTACT
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point125.0 CELSIUS AMBIENT AIR DEGC
Thread Series DesignatorUNF
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 12
5961-00-051-6156 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
5961-00-165-299999003-2N1793 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
Dla Land and Maritime Dba Engineering and Technical Support Div Document Standardization Division (drawings)
5961-00-189-1511 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
5961-00-226-8696 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-00-491-6348 INTERCHANGEABLE
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5961-01-029-7519 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
5961-01-031-72792N1792 INTERCHANGEABLE
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Powerex, Inc.
5961-01-034-223299003-2N1911TX INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
Dla Land and Maritime Dba Engineering and Technical Support Div Document Standardization Division (drawings)
5961-01-072-858499003-2N1913TX INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
Dla Land and Maritime Dba Engineering and Technical Support Div Document Standardization Division (drawings)
5961-01-094-81882N1798 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
Powerex, Inc.
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
2N1916 PRIMARY Powerex, Inc. (USA)
2N1916 Westinghouse Electric Corp Power Generation-Generator Div (USA)
NL577D Marathon Electric Mfg Corp Marathon Electronics Group Avtek Drive Div (USA)
JAN2N1916 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
99003-2N1916 Dla Land and Maritime Dba Engineering and Technical Support Div Document Standardization Division (drawings) (USA)
MIL-S-19500/204 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
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5961-00-189-1511INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,THYRISTOR
5961-00-226-8696INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-00-491-6348INTERCHANGEABLE
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5961-01-029-7519INTERCHANGEABLE
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-226-8698?

NSN 5961-00-226-8698 is a Semiconductor Device,thyristor, manufactured by Powerex, Inc., classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-226-8698?

NSN 5961-00-226-8698 has 6 cross-referenced part numbers: 2N1916 (Powerex, Inc.), 2N1916 (Westinghouse Electric Corp Power Generation-Generator Div), NL577D (Marathon Electric Mfg Corp Marathon Electronics Group Avtek Drive Div), JAN2N1916 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), 99003-2N1916 (Dla Land and Maritime Dba Engineering and Technical Support Div Document Standardization Division (drawings)) and 1 more.

What NSN replaces 5961-00-226-8698?

There are 12 known substitutes for 5961-00-226-8698: 5961-00-051-6156, 5961-00-165-2999, 5961-00-189-1511 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 2N1916?

Key specifications for 2N1916: Overall Width Across Flats: 1.031 INCHES MINIMUM AND 1.062 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Semiconductor Material: SILICON; Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASE; Current Rating Per Characteristic: 2.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM PEAK POSITIVE GATE CURRENT AND 50.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE ON-STATE CURRENT, 180 DEGREES CONDUCTION ANGLE, AVERAGE OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE. 17 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5961-00-226-8698 still in active supply?

NSN 5961-00-226-8698 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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