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RELEASE6578Transistor

Electronic Industries Association · NSN 5961-01-079-4500 · FSC 5961 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5961-01-079-4500 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5961-01-079-4500. Primary manufacturer part number: RELEASE6578.
Features
  • Transistor — FSC 5961
  • Semiconductor Material: SILICON
  • Mounting Method: UNTHREADED HOLE(S)
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 1 CASE AND 2 TAB, SOLDER LUG
  • Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 200.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
  • Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic: 650.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 300.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN
  • Mounting Facility Quantity: 2
  • Features Provided: HERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Transistor, cataloged under National Stock Number 5961-01-079-4500, 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 14 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 3 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5961-01-079-4500
Primary Part NumberRELEASE6578
Item NameTransistor
FSC / FSG5961 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerElectronic Industries Association
StatusCANCELLED
Semiconductor MaterialSILICON
Mounting MethodUNTHREADED HOLE(S)
Terminal Type and Quantity1 CASE AND 2 TAB, SOLDER LUG
Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point200.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC
Voltage Rating in Volts Per Characteristic650.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-BASE, EMITTER OPEN AND 300.0 MAXIMUM BREAKDOWN VOLTAGE, COLLECTOR-TO-EMITTER, BASE OPEN
Mounting Facility Quantity2
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED CASE
Current Rating Per Characteristic10.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM BASE CURRENT, DC AND 15.00 AMPERES MAXIMUM COLLECTOR CURRENT, DC
Internal Junction ConfigurationNPN
Power Rating Per Characteristic175.0 WATTS MAXIMUM COLLECTOR POWER DISSIPATION
Internal ConfigurationJUNCTION CONTACT
Electrode Internally-Electrically Connected to CaseCOLLECTOR
Overall Diameter0.875 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Specification/standard Data80131-RELEASE6578 PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
5961-01-033-2332 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
5961-01-074-84212N6543 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
Microsemi Corp - Massachusetts
5961-01-095-84682N6545 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transistor
Central Semiconductor, Llc Dba Central Semiconductor Corp
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
RELEASE6578 Electronic Industries Association
2N6546 Electronic Industries Association
2N6546 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (USA)
Related Parts
5961-01-033-2332INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
5961-01-074-8421INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
2N6543
5961-01-095-8468INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
2N6545

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5961-01-079-4500?

NSN 5961-01-079-4500 is a Transistor, manufactured by Electronic Industries Association, classified under FSC 5961 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5961-01-079-4500?

NSN 5961-01-079-4500 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: RELEASE6578 (Electronic Industries Association), 2N6546 (Electronic Industries Association), 2N6546 (Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.).

What NSN replaces 5961-01-079-4500?

There are 3 known substitutes for 5961-01-079-4500: 5961-01-033-2332, 5961-01-074-8421, 5961-01-095-8468. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of RELEASE6578?

Key specifications for RELEASE6578: Semiconductor Material: SILICON; Mounting Method: UNTHREADED HOLE(S); Terminal Type and Quantity: 1 CASE AND 2 TAB, SOLDER LUG; Maximum Operating Temp Per Measurement Point: 200.0 CELSIUS JUNCTION DEGC. 15 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5961-01-079-4500 still in active supply?

NSN 5961-01-079-4500 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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