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2N2493Transistor

Gpd Optoelectronics Corp. Div Gpd Optoelectronics · NSN 5961-00-916-5460 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-916-5460 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-916-5460. Primary manufacturer part number: 2N2493.
Features
  • Transistor — FSC 5961
  • Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 125.0 CELSIUS CASE DEGC
  • Power Rating Per Characteristic: 170.0 WATTS MAXIMUM COLLECTOR POWER DISSIPATION
  • Current Rating Per Characteristic: 4.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM BASE CURRENT, DC AND 12.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC
  • Overall Diameter: 1.250 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Semiconductor Material: GERMANIUM
  • Internal Configuration: JUNCTION CONTACT
  • Mounting Method: THREADED STUD(S)
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Transistor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-916-5460, 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 Gpd Optoelectronics Corp. Div Gpd Optoelectronics. Government technical data includes 15 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 6 commercial cross-references from 5 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 4 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-916-5460
Primary Part Number2N2493
Item NameTransistor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerGpd Optoelectronics Corp. Div Gpd Optoelectronics
StatusCANCELLED
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point125.0 CELSIUS CASE DEGC
Power Rating Per Characteristic170.0 WATTS MAXIMUM COLLECTOR POWER DISSIPATION
Current Rating Per Characteristic4.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM BASE CURRENT, DC AND 12.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC
Overall Diameter1.250 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Semiconductor MaterialGERMANIUM
Internal ConfigurationJUNCTION CONTACT
Mounting MethodTHREADED STUD(S)
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Nominal Thread Size0.190 INCHES IN
Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to CaseCOLLECTOR
Mounting Facility Quantity1
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic100.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 75.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 80.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN
Thread Series DesignatorUNF
Terminal Type and Quantity3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Specification/standard Data80131-RELEASE4088 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 4
5961-00-027-4973 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-00-103-1544 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-00-806-8311 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-01-216-2051109163-000 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
Tdk-Lambda Americas Inc. Div High Power Division
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
2N2493 Gpd Optoelectronics Corp. Div Gpd Optoelectronics (USA)
2N2493 On Semiconductor Corporation (USA)
208275-2 Tdk-Lambda Americas Inc. Div High Power Division (USA)
2N2493 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (USA)
2N2493 Electronic Industries Association
RELEASE4088 Electronic Industries Association
Related Parts
5961-00-027-4973INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-00-103-1544INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-00-806-8311INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-01-216-2051INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
109163-000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-916-5460?

NSN 5961-00-916-5460 is a Transistor, manufactured by Gpd Optoelectronics Corp. Div Gpd Optoelectronics, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-916-5460?

NSN 5961-00-916-5460 has 6 cross-referenced part numbers: 2N2493 (Gpd Optoelectronics Corp. Div Gpd Optoelectronics), 2N2493 (On Semiconductor Corporation), 208275-2 (Tdk-Lambda Americas Inc. Div High Power Division), 2N2493 (Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.), 2N2493 (Electronic Industries Association) and 1 more.

What NSN replaces 5961-00-916-5460?

There are 4 known substitutes for 5961-00-916-5460: 5961-00-027-4973, 5961-00-103-1544, 5961-00-806-8311 and 1 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 2N2493?

Key specifications for 2N2493: Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 125.0 CELSIUS CASE DEGC; Power Rating Per Characteristic: 170.0 WATTS MAXIMUM COLLECTOR POWER DISSIPATION; Current Rating Per Characteristic: 4.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM BASE CURRENT, DC AND 12.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC; Overall Diameter: 1.250 INCHES MAXIMUM IN. 17 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5961-00-916-5460 still in active supply?

NSN 5961-00-916-5460 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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