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1N251Semiconductor Device,diode

Fairchild Semiconductor Corp · NSN 5961-00-712-3940 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-712-3940 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-712-3940. Primary manufacturer part number: 1N251.
Features
  • Semiconductor Device,diode — FSC 5961
  • Material: SILICON SEMICONDUCTOR
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
  • Material: GLASS ENCLOSURE
  • Mounting Method: TERMINAL
  • Current Rating Per Characteristic: 5.00 MILLIAMPERES MINIMUM FORWARD CURRENT, DC
  • Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 30.0 MAXIMUM REPETITIVE PEAK REVERSE VOLTAGE
  • Terminal Length: 1.000 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
  • Applications requiring Silicon Semiconductor construction
General Description

The Semiconductor Device,diode, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-712-3940, 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 Fairchild Semiconductor Corp. Government technical data includes 8 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 5 commercial cross-references from 5 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 3 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-712-3940
Primary Part Number1N251
Item NameSemiconductor Device,diode
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerFairchild Semiconductor Corp
StatusCANCELLED
MaterialSILICON SEMICONDUCTOR
Terminal Type and Quantity2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
MaterialGLASS ENCLOSURE
Mounting MethodTERMINAL
Current Rating Per Characteristic5.00 MILLIAMPERES MINIMUM FORWARD CURRENT, DC
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic30.0 MAXIMUM REPETITIVE PEAK REVERSE VOLTAGE
Terminal Length1.000 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
5961-00-017-0459S414246 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,diode
Raytheon Company
5961-00-552-9852 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,diode
5961-00-923-19311N251 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,diode
Texas Instruments Incorporated
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
1N251 Fairchild Semiconductor Corp (USA)
67203-1N251 Lockheed Martin Corporation Dba Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems Div Rms- C6isr (USA)
1N251 Electronic Industries Association
479-0302-001 The Boeing Company Div Legacy Boeing Hb1 (USA)
1N251 Gilbert Engineering Co Inc/incon Sub of Transitron Electronic Corp (USA)
Related Parts
5961-00-017-0459INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,DIODE
S414246
5961-00-552-9852INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,DIODE
5961-00-923-1931INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,DIODE
1N251

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-712-3940?

NSN 5961-00-712-3940 is a Semiconductor Device,diode, manufactured by Fairchild Semiconductor Corp, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-712-3940?

NSN 5961-00-712-3940 has 5 cross-referenced part numbers: 1N251 (Fairchild Semiconductor Corp), 67203-1N251 (Lockheed Martin Corporation Dba Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems Div Rms- C6isr), 1N251 (Electronic Industries Association), 479-0302-001 (The Boeing Company Div Legacy Boeing Hb1), 1N251 (Gilbert Engineering Co Inc/incon Sub of Transitron Electronic Corp).

What NSN replaces 5961-00-712-3940?

There are 3 known substitutes for 5961-00-712-3940: 5961-00-017-0459, 5961-00-552-9852, 5961-00-923-1931. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 1N251?

Key specifications for 1N251: Material: SILICON SEMICONDUCTOR; Terminal Type and Quantity: 2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD; Material: GLASS ENCLOSURE; Mounting Method: TERMINAL. 9 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5961-00-712-3940 still in active supply?

NSN 5961-00-712-3940 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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