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2N3568Transistor

Central Semiconductor, Llc Dba Central Semiconductor Corp · NSN 5961-00-947-8263 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-00-947-8263 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-00-947-8263. Primary manufacturer part number: 2N3568.
Features
  • Transistor — FSC 5961
  • Current Rating Per Characteristic: 500.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC
  • Internal Configuration: JUNCTION CONTACT
  • Mounting Method: TERMINAL
  • Criticality Code Justification: FEAT
  • Terminal Length: 0.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Overall Diameter: 0.325 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 80.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 60.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 5.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Transistor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-00-947-8263, 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 Central Semiconductor, Llc Dba Central Semiconductor Corp. Government technical data includes 13 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 36 commercial cross-references from 30 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 8 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-00-947-8263
Primary Part Number2N3568
Item NameTransistor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerCentral Semiconductor, Llc Dba Central Semiconductor Corp
StatusCANCELLED
Current Rating Per Characteristic500.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC
Internal ConfigurationJUNCTION CONTACT
Mounting MethodTERMINAL
Criticality Code JustificationFEAT
Terminal Length0.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Overall Diameter0.325 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic80.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 60.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN AND 5.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, EMITTER-TO-BASE, COLLECTOR OPEN
Terminal Type and Quantity3 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Semiconductor MaterialSILICON
Terminal Circle Diameter0.210 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Power Rating Per Characteristic300.0 MILLIWATTS MAXIMUM COLLECTOR POWER DISSIPATION
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point125.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 8
5961-00-018-1221315930 INTERCHANGEABLE
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
2N3568 Electronic Industries Association
299-948A Mast Keystone Inc Dba Mast Development Company (USA)
315930 American Telephone and Telegraph Co (USA)
352-0629-020 Rockwell Collins, Inc. Dba Collins Aerospace Government Systems Div Collins Aerospace - Government Systems (USA)
2N3568-01 Electronic Industries Association
GES3568 General Electric Co Semi-Conductor Products Dept (USA)
334-00-001A Logetronics Corporation (USA)
JAN2N3568 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
150-357 Systron-Donner Corp Microwave/instrument Div (USA)
700412 Systron-Donner Corp Microwave/instrument Div (USA)
2N3568 PRIMARY Central Semiconductor, Llc Dba Central Semiconductor Corp (USA)
2N3568 Texas Instruments Incorporated (USA)
5008-854 Raytheon Company Div Rmd Strategic (USA)
FT600 Marathonnorco Aerospace, Inc. Dba Marathon Power Technologies Company (USA)
75802-0042 Narco Scientific Inc
700412 Whittaker Corp Whittaker Electronic Systems Div (USA)
761169-002 Sypris Electronics, Llc Div Sypris Electronics, Llc - Colorado Field Services (USA)
2N3568 Fairchild Semiconductor Corp (USA)
EIARELEASE4850 Electronic Industries Association
2N3568A Adelco Elektronik Gmbh (DEU)
Related Parts
5961-00-018-1221INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
315930
6220-00-909-1507INTERCHANGEABLE
LIGHT,DOME
15-0035-7
6210-01-112-1349INTERCHANGEABLE
LENS,LIGHT
716714-7
5961-01-205-7395INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5340-01-481-6503INTERCHANGEABLE
DOOR LOCK 2 POINT
700412
3020-01-522-0009INTERCHANGEABLE
GEAR,DRIVE MOTION
700-412
6650-01-552-1366INTERCHANGEABLE
FIBERSCOPE
FT600
5940-01-694-9335INTERCHANGEABLE
TERMINAL BOX
062015

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-00-947-8263?

NSN 5961-00-947-8263 is a Transistor, manufactured by Central Semiconductor, Llc Dba Central Semiconductor Corp, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-00-947-8263?

NSN 5961-00-947-8263 has 36 cross-referenced part numbers: 2N3568 (Electronic Industries Association), 299-948A (Mast Keystone Inc Dba Mast Development Company), 315930 (American Telephone and Telegraph Co), 352-0629-020 (Rockwell Collins, Inc. Dba Collins Aerospace Government Systems Div Collins Aerospace - Government Systems), 2N3568-01 (Electronic Industries Association) and 31 more.

What NSN replaces 5961-00-947-8263?

There are 8 known substitutes for 5961-00-947-8263: 5961-00-018-1221, 6220-00-909-1507, 6210-01-112-1349 and 5 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 2N3568?

Key specifications for 2N3568: Current Rating Per Characteristic: 500.00 MILLIAMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC; Internal Configuration: JUNCTION CONTACT; Mounting Method: TERMINAL; End Item Identification: SPARROW MISSILE; DEEP SUBMERGENCE SYSTEMS; HELICOPTER, MH-53E; HELICOPTER, ADVANCE ATTACK; TELETYPE, MODEL 28; HELICOPTER, CARRIER BASED ASW; HELICOPTER, SEARCH AND RESCUE; HELICOPTER, USCG; LOS ANGELES CLASS SSN (688); TICONDEROGA CLASS CG (47). 16 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5961-00-947-8263 still in active supply?

NSN 5961-00-947-8263 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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