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1N4142Semiconductor Device,diode

Semicon Components Inc · NSN 5961-00-251-7557 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-251-7557 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-251-7557. Primary manufacturer part number: 1N4142.
Features
  • Semiconductor Device,diode — FSC 5961
  • Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
  • Mounting Method: TERMINAL
  • Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 400.0 MAXIMUM REVERSE VOLTAGE, PEAK
  • Current Rating Per Characteristic: 3.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE FORWARD CURRENT AVERAGED OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE
  • Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 175.0 CELSIUS AMBIENT AIR DEGC
  • Terminal Length: 0.750 INCHES MINIMUM IN
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
  • Applications requiring Glass Enclosure construction
General Description

The Semiconductor Device,diode, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-251-7557, 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 Semicon Components Inc. Government technical data includes 11 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 12 commercial cross-references from 11 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 4 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-251-7557
Primary Part Number1N4142
Item NameSemiconductor Device,diode
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerSemicon Components Inc
StatusACTIVE
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Mounting MethodTERMINAL
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic400.0 MAXIMUM REVERSE VOLTAGE, PEAK
Current Rating Per Characteristic3.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE FORWARD CURRENT AVERAGED OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point175.0 CELSIUS AMBIENT AIR DEGC
Terminal Length0.750 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Terminal Type and Quantity2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Overall Diameter0.285 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.315 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
MaterialGLASS ENCLOSURE
Specification/standard Data80131-RELEASE4399 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION
MaterialSILICON SEMICONDUCTOR
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 4
5961-00-006-5687106-0148 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,diode
Drs Naval Power Systems Inc Dba Drs Power & Control Technologies Inc
5961-00-416-4858 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,diode
5961-00-937-7375 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,diode
5961-00-938-7649 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,diode
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
1N4142 Semicon Components Inc (USA)
1N4142 Solitron Devices, Inc. (USA)
1N4142 Electronic Industries Association
1N4142 Gilbert Engineering Co Inc/incon Sub of Transitron Electronic Corp (USA)
RELEASE4399 Electronic Industries Association
1N4142 United Page Inc (USA)
1N4142 Edal Industries, Inc. Dba Edal Industries Inc (USA)
1N4142 Solid State Devices, Inc (USA)
1N4142 Diodes Inc (USA)
1N4142 International Diode Corp (USA)
1N4142 Electronic Devices Inc Dba E D I (USA)
1N4142 Diodes Inc Power Components Div (USA)
Related Parts
5961-00-006-5687INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,DIODE
106-0148
5961-00-416-4858INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,DIODE
5961-00-937-7375INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,DIODE
5961-00-938-7649INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,DIODE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-251-7557?

NSN 5961-00-251-7557 is a Semiconductor Device,diode, manufactured by Semicon Components Inc, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-251-7557?

NSN 5961-00-251-7557 has 12 cross-referenced part numbers: 1N4142 (Semicon Components Inc), 1N4142 (Solitron Devices, Inc.), 1N4142 (Electronic Industries Association), 1N4142 (Gilbert Engineering Co Inc/incon Sub of Transitron Electronic Corp), RELEASE4399 (Electronic Industries Association) and 7 more.

What NSN replaces 5961-00-251-7557?

There are 4 known substitutes for 5961-00-251-7557: 5961-00-006-5687, 5961-00-416-4858, 5961-00-937-7375 and 1 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 1N4142?

Key specifications for 1N4142: Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASE; Mounting Method: TERMINAL; Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 400.0 MAXIMUM REVERSE VOLTAGE, PEAK; Current Rating Per Characteristic: 3.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE FORWARD CURRENT AVERAGED OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE. 12 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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