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RELEASE3171Semiconductor Device,thyristor

Electronic Industries Association · NSN 5961-00-892-0988 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-892-0988 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-892-0988. Primary manufacturer part number: RELEASE3171.
Features
  • Semiconductor Device,thyristor — FSC 5961
  • Current Rating Per Characteristic: 1.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM ON-STATE CURRENT, DC AND 10.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM GATE TRIGGER CURRENT, DC
  • Terminal Circle Diameter: 0.200 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to Case: ANODE
  • Overall Diameter: 0.335 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.370 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
  • Semiconductor Material: SILICON
  • Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 80.0 CELSIUS CASE DEGC
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Semiconductor Device,thyristor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-892-0988, 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 11 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. 7 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-892-0988
Primary Part NumberRELEASE3171
Item NameSemiconductor Device,thyristor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerElectronic Industries Association
StatusCANCELLED
Current Rating Per Characteristic1.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM ON-STATE CURRENT, DC AND 10.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM GATE TRIGGER CURRENT, DC
Terminal Circle Diameter0.200 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to CaseANODE
Overall Diameter0.335 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.370 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Terminal Type and Quantity3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Semiconductor MaterialSILICON
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point80.0 CELSIUS CASE DEGC
Internal ConfigurationJUNCTION CONTACT
Mounting MethodTERMINAL
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic3.0 MAXIMUM GATE TRIGGER VOLTAGE, DC AND 2.0 MAXIMUM ON-STATE VOLTAGE, DC
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 7
5961-00-067-80682N1598 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
Semitronics Corp
5961-00-079-5958 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
5961-00-702-8032 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
5961-00-814-8865 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
5961-00-875-7925 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
5961-00-958-5416 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
5961-00-988-8857 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,thyristor
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
RELEASE3171 Electronic Industries Association
2N1597 Alpine Industries Inc (USA)
2N1597 Electronic Industries Association
2N1597 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (USA)
2N1597 Gilbert Engineering Co Inc/incon Sub of Transitron Electronic Corp (USA)
2N1597 Texas Instruments Incorporated (USA)
2N1597 Esco Inc (USA)
2N1597 On Semiconductor Corporation (USA)
Related Parts
5961-00-067-8068INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,THYRISTOR
2N1598
5961-00-079-5958INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,THYRISTOR
5961-00-702-8032INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,THYRISTOR
5961-00-814-8865INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,THYRISTOR
5961-00-875-7925INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,THYRISTOR
5961-00-958-5416INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,THYRISTOR
5961-00-988-8857INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,THYRISTOR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-892-0988?

NSN 5961-00-892-0988 is a Semiconductor Device,thyristor, manufactured by Electronic Industries Association, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-892-0988?

NSN 5961-00-892-0988 has 8 cross-referenced part numbers: RELEASE3171 (Electronic Industries Association), 2N1597 (Alpine Industries Inc), 2N1597 (Electronic Industries Association), 2N1597 (Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.), 2N1597 (Gilbert Engineering Co Inc/incon Sub of Transitron Electronic Corp) and 3 more.

What NSN replaces 5961-00-892-0988?

There are 7 known substitutes for 5961-00-892-0988: 5961-00-067-8068, 5961-00-079-5958, 5961-00-702-8032 and 4 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of RELEASE3171?

Key specifications for RELEASE3171: Current Rating Per Characteristic: 1.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM ON-STATE CURRENT, DC AND 10.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM GATE TRIGGER CURRENT, DC; Special Features: JUNCTION PATTERN ARRANGEMENT: PNPN; Terminal Circle Diameter: 0.200 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to Case: ANODE. 13 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5961-00-892-0988 still in active supply?

NSN 5961-00-892-0988 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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