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2N491Transistor

Raytheon Systems Ltd (weapons Support Group) · NSN 5961-00-808-8398 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-808-8398 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-808-8398. Primary manufacturer part number: 2N491.
Features
  • Transistor — FSC 5961
  • Semiconductor Material: SILICON
  • Internal Junction Configuration: PN
  • Mounting Method: TERMINAL
  • Test Data Document: 81349-MIL-S-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.).
  • Power Rating Per Characteristic: 600.00 MILLIWATTS MAXIMUM TOTAL POWER DISSIPATION
  • Terminal Length: 1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN
  • Internal Configuration: UNIJUNCTION
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Transistor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-808-8398, 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 Raytheon Systems Ltd (weapons Support Group). Government technical data includes 16 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 10 commercial cross-references from 7 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 5 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-808-8398
Primary Part Number2N491
Item NameTransistor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerRaytheon Systems Ltd (weapons Support Group)
StatusCANCELLED
Semiconductor MaterialSILICON
Internal Junction ConfigurationPN
Mounting MethodTERMINAL
Test Data Document81349-MIL-S-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.).
Power Rating Per Characteristic600.00 MILLIWATTS MAXIMUM TOTAL POWER DISSIPATION
Terminal Length1.500 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Internal ConfigurationUNIJUNCTION
Overall Diameter0.359 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Specification/standard Data81349-MIL-S-19500/75 GOVERNMENT SPECIFICATION
Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to CaseCOLLECTOR
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic60.0 MAXIMUM EMITTER TO BASE VOLTAGE, DC
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point175.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
Terminal Type and Quantity3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Terminal Circle Diameter0.200 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Current Rating Per Characteristic70.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM EMITTER CURRENT, DC
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 5
5961-00-416-96812N491 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
Texas Instruments Incorporated
5961-00-617-3873 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-00-926-2569 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
6210-01-259-8992007238 INTERCHANGEABLE
Lens,light
Invensys Systems, Inc. Dba Schneider Electric
5950-01-374-5990007238 INTERCHANGEABLE
Reactor-Transformer
Ge Aviation Systems Llc Dba Ge Aviation Systems Llc
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
2N491 Raytheon Systems Ltd (weapons Support Group) (GBR)
2N491 Raytheon Systems Ltd (GBR)
007238 Leonardo Germany Gmbh (DEU)
MILT19500-175 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
352-9031-000 Rockwell Collins, Inc. Div Collins Aerospace - Mission Systems (USA)
2N491 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
CV5635 Ministry of Defence (procurement Executive) (GBR)
6L.5522.501.00-007238 Leonardo Germany Gmbh (DEU)
4192800-45 Raytheon Company Div Rmd Strategic (USA)
4192800-045 Raytheon Company Div Rmd Strategic (USA)
Related Parts
5961-00-416-9681INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
2N491
5961-00-617-3873INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-00-926-2569INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
6210-01-259-8992INTERCHANGEABLE
LENS,LIGHT
007238
5950-01-374-5990INTERCHANGEABLE
REACTOR-TRANSFORMER
007238

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-808-8398?

NSN 5961-00-808-8398 is a Transistor, manufactured by Raytheon Systems Ltd (weapons Support Group), classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-808-8398?

NSN 5961-00-808-8398 has 10 cross-referenced part numbers: 2N491 (Raytheon Systems Ltd (weapons Support Group)), 2N491 (Raytheon Systems Ltd), 007238 (Leonardo Germany Gmbh), MILT19500-175 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), 352-9031-000 (Rockwell Collins, Inc. Div Collins Aerospace - Mission Systems) and 5 more.

What NSN replaces 5961-00-808-8398?

There are 5 known substitutes for 5961-00-808-8398: 5961-00-416-9681, 5961-00-617-3873, 5961-00-926-2569 and 2 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 2N491?

Key specifications for 2N491: Semiconductor Material: SILICON; Internal Junction Configuration: PN; Mounting Method: TERMINAL; Test Data Document: 81349-MIL-S-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.).. 17 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5961-00-808-8398 still in active supply?

NSN 5961-00-808-8398 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

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