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SPEC 3537Attenuator,variable

Shallco, Inc · NSN 5985-00-279-2393 · FSC 5985 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5985-00-279-2393 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5985-00-279-2393. Primary manufacturer part number: SPEC 3537.
Features
  • Attenuator,variable — FSC 5985
  • Attenuation Per Step in Decibels: 10.0
  • Power Rating: 600.0 MILLIWATTS AVERAGE
  • Mounting Facility Type and Quantity: 1 THREADED BUSHING
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 3 TAB, SOLDER LUG
  • Frequency Range: 0.000 KILOHERTZ MINIMUM AND 20.000 KILOHERTZ MAXIMUM
  • Overall Attenuation Range in Decibels: +0.0 TO 30.0
  • Mounting Facility Screw Thread Series Designator: UNEF
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Attenuator,variable, cataloged under National Stock Number 5985-00-279-2393, 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 Shallco, Inc. 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. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5985-00-279-2393
Primary Part NumberSPEC 3537
Item NameAttenuator,variable
FSC / FSG5985 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerShallco, Inc
StatusACTIVE
Attenuation Per Step in Decibels10.0
Power Rating600.0 MILLIWATTS AVERAGE
Mounting Facility Type and Quantity1 THREADED BUSHING
Terminal Type and Quantity3 TAB, SOLDER LUG
Frequency Range0.000 KILOHERTZ MINIMUM AND 20.000 KILOHERTZ MAXIMUM
Overall Attenuation Range in Decibels+0.0 TO 30.0
Mounting Facility Screw Thread Series DesignatorUNEF
Attenuation Variation MethodSTEPPED
Overall Attenuation Accuracy in Decibels-0.15 TO 0.15
Mounting Thread Quantity32 PER INCH
Application DesignAUDIO
Mounting Facility Nominal Screw Thread Diameter0.375 INCHES IN
Impedance Rating in Ohms5000.0 INPUT-OUTPUT
Step Position Quantity3
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
1513 Meggitt (new Hampshire), Inc (USA)
B3513-3SPEC3537 Shallco, Inc (USA)
SPEC 3537 PRIMARY Shallco, Inc (USA)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5985-00-279-2393?

NSN 5985-00-279-2393 is a Attenuator,variable, manufactured by Shallco, Inc, classified under FSC 5985 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5985-00-279-2393?

NSN 5985-00-279-2393 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: 1513 (Meggitt (new Hampshire), Inc), B3513-3SPEC3537 (Shallco, Inc), SPEC 3537 (Shallco, Inc).

What NSN replaces 5985-00-279-2393?

There are 12 known substitutes for 5985-00-279-2393: 2805-00-021-0577, 3110-00-156-1897, 3110-00-156-8118 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of SPEC 3537?

Key specifications for SPEC 3537: Attenuation Per Step in Decibels: 10.0; Power Rating: 600.0 MILLIWATTS AVERAGE; Overall Height: 3.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Mounting Facility Type and Quantity: 1 THREADED BUSHING. 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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