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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

78256Insulator

Prestolite Electric Inc · NSN 5970-01-162-9589 · FSC 5970 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5970-01-162-9589 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5970-01-162-9589. Primary manufacturer part number: 78256.
Features
  • Insulator — FSC 5970
  • 4 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Prestolite Electric Inc
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Insulator, cataloged under National Stock Number 5970-01-162-9589, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5970 (No Item Name Available) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Prestolite Electric Inc. This item has 4 commercial cross-references from 1 manufacturer, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 1 verified substitute exists in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Catalog Facts
Item NameInsulator
FSC / FSG5970 — No Item Name Available (FSG 59)
ManufacturersPrestolite Electric Inc (CAGE 35510); Prestolite Electric Inc (CAGE 24975)
Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5970-01-162-9589
Primary Part Number78256
Item NameInsulator
FSC / FSG5970 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerPrestolite Electric Inc
StatusCANCELLED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
6625-00-197-455708660 INTERCHANGEABLE
Voltmeter
Simpson Electric Company, Inc.
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
78256 Prestolite Electric Inc (USA)
A027078256 Prestolite Electric Inc (USA)
78256 PRIMARY Prestolite Electric Inc (USA)
A027078256 Prestolite Electric Inc (USA)
Related Parts
6625-00-197-4557INTERCHANGEABLE
VOLTMETER
08660

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5970-01-162-9589?

NSN 5970-01-162-9589 is a Insulator, manufactured by Prestolite Electric Inc, classified under FSC 5970 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5970-01-162-9589?

NSN 5970-01-162-9589 has 4 cross-referenced part numbers: 78256 (Prestolite Electric Inc), A027078256 (Prestolite Electric Inc), 78256 (Prestolite Electric Inc), A027078256 (Prestolite Electric Inc).

What NSN replaces 5970-01-162-9589?

There is 1 known substitute for 5970-01-162-9589: 6625-00-197-4557. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

Is NSN 5970-01-162-9589 still in active supply?

NSN 5970-01-162-9589 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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