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439AAttenuator,variable

Kay Elemetrics Corporation · NSN 5985-00-105-2943 · FSC 5985 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5985-00-105-2943 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5985-00-105-2943. Primary manufacturer part number: 439A.
Features
  • Attenuator,variable — FSC 5985
  • Body Style: COAXIAL TYPE
  • Insertion Loss at Minimum Attenuation in Maximum Decibels: 0.1
  • Impedance Rating in Ohms: 50.0 INPUT-OUTPUT
  • 3 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Kay Elemetrics Corporation
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Attenuator,variable, cataloged under National Stock Number 5985-00-105-2943, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5985 (No Item Name Available) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Kay Elemetrics Corporation. Government technical data includes 3 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: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5985-00-105-2943
Primary Part Number439A
Item NameAttenuator,variable
FSC / FSG5985 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerKay Elemetrics Corporation
StatusACTIVE
Body StyleCOAXIAL TYPE
Insertion Loss at Minimum Attenuation in Maximum Decibels0.1
Impedance Rating in Ohms50.0 INPUT-OUTPUT
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
5910-00-280-7545 INTERCHANGEABLE
Capacitor,fixed,paper Dielectric
5805-01-073-87704251-00 INTERCHANGEABLE
Module,telephone
Charles Industries, Llc Div Telecom
4220-01-237-3250545-011 INTERCHANGEABLE
Clamp,neck
Kirby Morgan Dive Systems Inc
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
439A PRIMARY Kay Elemetrics Corporation (USA)
54501-1 Thales Usa, Inc. Div Air Mobility Solutions ("ams") (USA)
054501-0001 Thales Usa, Inc. Div Air Mobility Solutions ("ams") (USA)
Related Parts
5910-00-280-7545INTERCHANGEABLE
CAPACITOR,FIXED,PAPER DIELECTRIC
5805-01-073-8770INTERCHANGEABLE
MODULE,TELEPHONE
4251-00
4220-01-237-3250INTERCHANGEABLE
CLAMP,NECK
545-011

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5985-00-105-2943?

NSN 5985-00-105-2943 is a Attenuator,variable, manufactured by Kay Elemetrics Corporation, classified under FSC 5985 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5985-00-105-2943?

NSN 5985-00-105-2943 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: 439A (Kay Elemetrics Corporation), 54501-1 (Thales Usa, Inc. Div Air Mobility Solutions ("ams")), 054501-0001 (Thales Usa, Inc. Div Air Mobility Solutions ("ams")).

What NSN replaces 5985-00-105-2943?

There are 3 known substitutes for 5985-00-105-2943: 5910-00-280-7545, 5805-01-073-8770, 4220-01-237-3250. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 439A?

Key specifications for 439A: Overall Length: 6.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Overall Width: 1.312 INCHES NOMINAL IN; End Item Identification: INSTRUMENT LANDING SYSTEM,ILS,CONTRACT FATQUA-3880; Body Style: COAXIAL TYPE. 7 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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