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RELEASE2562Semiconductor Device,diode

Electronic Industries Association · NSN 5961-00-829-3179 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-829-3179 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-829-3179. Primary manufacturer part number: RELEASE2562.
Features
  • Semiconductor Device,diode — FSC 5961
  • Overall Diameter: 0.487 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Material: SILICON SEMICONDUCTOR
  • Nominal Thread Size: 0.190 INCHES IN
  • Thread Series Designator: UNF
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 2 TAB, SOLDER LUG
  • Specification/standard Data: 80131-RELEASE2562 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION
  • Mounting Method: THREADED STUD(S)
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 5961-00-829-3179, 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 Electronic Industries Association. Government technical data includes 14 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. 9 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-829-3179
Primary Part NumberRELEASE2562
Item NameSemiconductor Device,diode
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerElectronic Industries Association
StatusACTIVE
Overall Diameter0.487 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
MaterialSILICON SEMICONDUCTOR
Nominal Thread Size0.190 INCHES IN
Thread Series DesignatorUNF
Terminal Type and Quantity2 TAB, SOLDER LUG
Specification/standard Data80131-RELEASE2562 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION
Mounting MethodTHREADED STUD(S)
Current Rating Per Characteristic2.50 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE FORWARD CURRENT AVERAGED OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE
Overall Width Across Flats0.486 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.500 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Joint Electronic Device Engineering Council/jedec/case Outline DesignationDO-10
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic500.0 MAXIMUM REVERSE VOLTAGE, PEAK
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point150.0 CELSIUS CASE DEGC
Mounting Facility Quantity1
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 9
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
RELEASE2562 Electronic Industries Association
1N2540 Electronic Industries Association
1N2540 Solitron Devices, Inc. (USA)
1N2540 Semicon Components Inc (USA)
1N2540 Solid State Devices, Inc (USA)
1N2540 Electronic Devices Inc Dba E D I (USA)
1N2540 Itt Semiconductors Div (USA)
1N2540 Boorum and Pease Co (USA)
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1N2582
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1N2571
5961-00-813-5744INTERCHANGEABLE
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1N2577
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5961-00-944-7700INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,THYRISTOR
5961-01-281-2241INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,DIODE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-829-3179?

NSN 5961-00-829-3179 is a Semiconductor Device,diode, manufactured by Electronic Industries Association, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-829-3179?

NSN 5961-00-829-3179 has 8 cross-referenced part numbers: RELEASE2562 (Electronic Industries Association), 1N2540 (Electronic Industries Association), 1N2540 (Solitron Devices, Inc.), 1N2540 (Semicon Components Inc), 1N2540 (Solid State Devices, Inc) and 3 more.

What NSN replaces 5961-00-829-3179?

There are 9 known substitutes for 5961-00-829-3179: 5961-00-052-8556, 5961-00-107-0732, 5961-00-415-4558 and 6 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of RELEASE2562?

Key specifications for RELEASE2562: Overall Diameter: 0.487 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Material: SILICON SEMICONDUCTOR; Nominal Thread Size: 0.190 INCHES IN; Thread Series Designator: UNF. 15 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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