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163-06Transistor

Westinghouse Electric Corp Semiconductor Div · NSN 5961-00-946-6636 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-946-6636 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-946-6636. Primary manufacturer part number: 163-06.
Features
  • Transistor — FSC 5961
  • Current Rating Per Characteristic: 7.50 AMPERES MAXIMUM BASE CURRENT, DC AND 20.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC
  • Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
  • Nominal Thread Size: 0.312 INCHES IN
  • Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 75.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 60.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 15.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN
  • Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 200.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
  • Mounting Method: THREADED STUD(S)
  • Internal Configuration: JUNCTION CONTACT
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Transistor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-946-6636, 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 Westinghouse Electric Corp Semiconductor Div. Government technical data includes 14 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references from 2 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
NSN5961-00-946-6636
Primary Part Number163-06
Item NameTransistor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerWestinghouse Electric Corp Semiconductor Div
StatusACTIVE
Current Rating Per Characteristic7.50 AMPERES MAXIMUM BASE CURRENT, DC AND 20.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Nominal Thread Size0.312 INCHES IN
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic75.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 60.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 15.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point200.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
Mounting MethodTHREADED STUD(S)
Internal ConfigurationJUNCTION CONTACT
Mounting Facility Quantity1
Thread Series DesignatorUNF
Terminal Type and Quantity3 TAB, SOLDER LUG
Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to CaseCOLLECTOR
Overall Width Across Flats0.875 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Semiconductor MaterialSILICON
Power Rating Per Characteristic200.0 WATTS MAXIMUM COLLECTOR POWER DISSIPATION
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 9
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Printed Circuit Board
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
163-06 Westinghouse Electric Corp Semiconductor Div (USA)
163-06 Powerex, Inc. (USA)
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6220-00-025-3194INTERCHANGEABLE
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KNOB
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5950-00-438-3390INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSFORMER,POWER
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CONDUIT ASSEMBLY
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TRANSFORMER,PULSE
5998-00-938-6445INTERCHANGEABLE
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD
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FILTER ELEMENT,INTAKE AIR CLEANE
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SCREW,BONE
02.207.140
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COUPLING,TUBE
16306

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-946-6636?

NSN 5961-00-946-6636 is a Transistor, manufactured by Westinghouse Electric Corp Semiconductor Div, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-946-6636?

NSN 5961-00-946-6636 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: 163-06 (Westinghouse Electric Corp Semiconductor Div), 163-06 (Powerex, Inc.).

What NSN replaces 5961-00-946-6636?

There are 9 known substitutes for 5961-00-946-6636: 6220-00-025-3194, 5355-00-339-8552, 5950-00-438-3390 and 6 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 163-06?

Key specifications for 163-06: Current Rating Per Characteristic: 7.50 AMPERES MAXIMUM BASE CURRENT, DC AND 20.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC; Overall Length: 0.750 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASE; Nominal Thread Size: 0.312 INCHES IN. 16 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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