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1N3868Semiconductor Device,diode

Semitronics Corp · NSN 5961-00-917-1590 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-917-1590 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-917-1590. Primary manufacturer part number: 1N3868.
Features
  • Semiconductor Device,diode — FSC 5961
  • Material: GLASS ENCLOSURE
  • Material: SILICON SEMICONDUCTOR
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
  • Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
  • Overall Diameter: 0.140 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Mounting Method: TERMINAL
  • Terminal Length: 1.130 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Applications
  • Circuit regulation and filtering
  • Signal conditioning
  • Power supply stabilization
  • Applications requiring Glass Enclosure construction
General Description

The Semiconductor Device,diode, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-917-1590, 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 Semitronics Corp. Government technical data includes 11 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 4 commercial cross-references from 3 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 1 verified substitute exists in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-917-1590
Primary Part Number1N3868
Item NameSemiconductor Device,diode
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerSemitronics Corp
StatusACTIVE
MaterialGLASS ENCLOSURE
MaterialSILICON SEMICONDUCTOR
Terminal Type and Quantity2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Overall Diameter0.140 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Mounting MethodTERMINAL
Terminal Length1.130 INCHES MINIMUM IN
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point200.0 CELSIUS AMBIENT AIR DEGC
Current Rating Per Characteristic1.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM AVERAGE FORWARD CURRENT AVERAGED OVER A FULL 60-HZ CYCLE
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic600.0 MAXIMUM REVERSE VOLTAGE, PEAK
Specification/standard Data80131-RELEASE3943 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
5961-00-420-3564 INTERCHANGEABLE
Semiconductor Device,diode
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
1N3868 Semitronics Corp (USA)
1N3868 Electronic Industries Association
RELEASE3943 Electronic Industries Association
1N3868 Semtech Corporation (USA)
Related Parts
5961-00-420-3564INTERCHANGEABLE
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,DIODE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-917-1590?

NSN 5961-00-917-1590 is a Semiconductor Device,diode, manufactured by Semitronics Corp, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-917-1590?

NSN 5961-00-917-1590 has 4 cross-referenced part numbers: 1N3868 (Semitronics Corp), 1N3868 (Electronic Industries Association), RELEASE3943 (Electronic Industries Association), 1N3868 (Semtech Corporation).

What NSN replaces 5961-00-917-1590?

There is 1 known substitute for 5961-00-917-1590: 5961-00-420-3564. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 1N3868?

Key specifications for 1N3868: Material: GLASS ENCLOSURE; Material: SILICON SEMICONDUCTOR; Terminal Type and Quantity: 2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD; Overall Length: 0.320 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 12 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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