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2N218Transistor

Sylvania Electric Products Inc Semiconductor Products Div · NSN 5961-00-617-4340 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-617-4340 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-617-4340. Primary manufacturer part number: 2N218.
Features
  • Transistor — FSC 5961
  • Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 100.0 CELSIUS AMBIENT AIR DEGC
  • Mounting Method: TERMINAL
  • Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to Case: COLLECTOR
  • Terminal Length: 1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN
  • Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 16.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 12.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 0.5 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN
  • Overall Diameter: 0.240 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Semiconductor Material: GERMANIUM
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Transistor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-617-4340, 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 Sylvania Electric Products Inc Semiconductor Products Div. Government technical data includes 13 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 8 commercial cross-references from 7 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-617-4340
Primary Part Number2N218
Item NameTransistor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerSylvania Electric Products Inc Semiconductor Products Div
StatusCANCELLED
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point100.0 CELSIUS AMBIENT AIR DEGC
Mounting MethodTERMINAL
Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to CaseCOLLECTOR
Terminal Length1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic16.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 12.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 0.5 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN
Overall Diameter0.240 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Semiconductor MaterialGERMANIUM
Terminal Circle Diameter0.061 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.081 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Internal ConfigurationJUNCTION CONTACT
Current Rating Per Characteristic15.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC AND 10.00 MICROAMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CUTOFF CURRENT, DC, EMITTER OPEN
Terminal Type and Quantity3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Power Rating Per Characteristic35.0 MILLIWATTS MAXIMUM COLLECTOR POWER DISSIPATION
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 2
5961-00-577-3022 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-00-853-1079 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
2N218 Sylvania Electric Products Inc Semiconductor Products Div (USA)
1850-0036 Keysight Technologies, Inc. (USA)
2N218 Lockheed Martin Corporation Dba Lockheed Martin Div Lockheed Martin (USA)
RELEASE1698 Electronic Industries Association
2N218 Electronic Transistors Corp (USA)
2N218 Electronic Industries Association
1850-0036 Hewlett-Packard Company Dba HP (USA)
1850-0036 Keysight Technologies Inc (USA)
Related Parts
5961-00-577-3022INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-00-853-1079INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-617-4340?

NSN 5961-00-617-4340 is a Transistor, manufactured by Sylvania Electric Products Inc Semiconductor Products Div, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-617-4340?

NSN 5961-00-617-4340 has 8 cross-referenced part numbers: 2N218 (Sylvania Electric Products Inc Semiconductor Products Div), 1850-0036 (Keysight Technologies, Inc.), 2N218 (Lockheed Martin Corporation Dba Lockheed Martin Div Lockheed Martin), RELEASE1698 (Electronic Industries Association), 2N218 (Electronic Transistors Corp) and 3 more.

What NSN replaces 5961-00-617-4340?

There are 2 known substitutes for 5961-00-617-4340: 5961-00-577-3022, 5961-00-853-1079. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 2N218?

Key specifications for 2N218: Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 100.0 CELSIUS AMBIENT AIR DEGC; Mounting Method: TERMINAL; Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to Case: COLLECTOR; Terminal Length: 1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN. 15 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5961-00-617-4340 still in active supply?

NSN 5961-00-617-4340 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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