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SM-A-838873-8Microcircuit,memory

Us Army Communications & Electronics Materiel Readiness Command Logistics Engineering Dir · NSN 5962-01-159-6871 · FSC 5962 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5962-01-159-6871 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5962-01-159-6871. Primary manufacturer part number: SM-A-838873-8.
Features
  • Microcircuit,memory — FSC 5962
  • Inclosure Material: CERAMIC AND GLASS
  • Storage Temp Range: -65.0 TO 150.0 CELSIUS DEGC
  • Input Circuit Pattern: 12 INPUT
  • Memory Device Type: ROM
  • Memory Capacity: UNKNOWN
  • Voltage Rating and Type Per Characteristic: 5.5 VOLTS MAXIMUM POWER SOURCE
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 18 PRINTED CIRCUIT
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Microcircuit,memory, cataloged under National Stock Number 5962-01-159-6871, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5962 (No Item Name Available) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Us Army Communications & Electronics Materiel Readiness Command Logistics Engineering Dir. Government technical data includes 17 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 5 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
NSN5962-01-159-6871
Primary Part NumberSM-A-838873-8
Item NameMicrocircuit,memory
FSC / FSG5962 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerUs Army Communications & Electronics Materiel Readiness Command Logistics Engineering Dir
StatusACTIVE
Inclosure MaterialCERAMIC AND GLASS
Storage Temp Range-65.0 TO 150.0 CELSIUS DEGC
Input Circuit Pattern12 INPUT
Memory Device TypeROM
Memory CapacityUNKNOWN
Voltage Rating and Type Per Characteristic5.5 VOLTS MAXIMUM POWER SOURCE
Terminal Type and Quantity18 PRINTED CIRCUIT
Time Rating Per Chacteristic125.00 NANOSECONDS MAXIMUM PROPAGATION DELAY TIME, LOW TO HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT AND 125.00 NANOSECONDS MAXIMUM PROPAGATION DELAY TIME, HIGH TO LOW LEVEL OUTPUT NS
Terminal Surface TreatmentSOLDER
Test Data Document96906-MIL-STD-883 STANDARD (INCLUDES INDUSTRY OR ASSOCIATION STANDARDS, INDIVIDUAL MANUFACTUREER STANDARDS, ETC.).
Features ProvidedHERMETICALLY SEALED AND BURN IN AND MONOLITHIC AND PROGRAMMABLE AND W/ENABLE
Operating Temp Range-55.0 TO 125.0 CELSIUS DEGC
Output Logic FormTRANSISTOR-TRANSISTOR LOGIC
Body Height0.120 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Body Width0.280 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.310 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Inclosure ConfigurationDUAL-IN-LINE
Body Length0.870 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.930 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
5962-01-159-7870SM-A-838873-9 INTERCHANGEABLE
Microcircuit,memory
Us Army Communications & Electronics Materiel Readiness Command Logistics Engineering Dir
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
SM-A-838873-8 General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. (USA)
SM-A-838856-1 Us Army Communications & Electronics Materiel Readiness Command Logistics Engineering Dir (USA)
SM-A-813143 Us Army Communications & Electronics Materiel Readiness Command Logistics Engineering Dir (USA)
SM-A-838873-8 PRIMARY Us Army Communications & Electronics Materiel Readiness Command Logistics Engineering Dir (USA)
SM-A-838873-8 Philips Semiconductors Inc (USA)
Related Parts
5962-01-159-7870INTERCHANGEABLE
MICROCIRCUIT,MEMORY
SM-A-838873-9

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5962-01-159-6871?

NSN 5962-01-159-6871 is a Microcircuit,memory, manufactured by Us Army Communications & Electronics Materiel Readiness Command Logistics Engineering Dir, classified under FSC 5962 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5962-01-159-6871?

NSN 5962-01-159-6871 has 5 cross-referenced part numbers: SM-A-838873-8 (General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.), SM-A-838856-1 (Us Army Communications & Electronics Materiel Readiness Command Logistics Engineering Dir), SM-A-813143 (Us Army Communications & Electronics Materiel Readiness Command Logistics Engineering Dir), SM-A-838873-8 (Us Army Communications & Electronics Materiel Readiness Command Logistics Engineering Dir), SM-A-838873-8 (Philips Semiconductors Inc).

What NSN replaces 5962-01-159-6871?

There is 1 known substitute for 5962-01-159-6871: 5962-01-159-7870. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of SM-A-838873-8?

Key specifications for SM-A-838873-8: Inclosure Material: CERAMIC AND GLASS; Storage Temp Range: -65.0 TO 150.0 CELSIUS DEGC; Input Circuit Pattern: 12 INPUT; Memory Device Type: ROM. 17 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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