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RE1238Attenuator,variable

Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc. · NSN 5985-00-295-3917 · FSC 5985 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5985-00-295-3917 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5985-00-295-3917. Primary manufacturer part number: RE1238.
Features
  • Attenuator,variable — FSC 5985
  • Attenuation Variation Method: STEPPED
  • Distance Between Mounting Facility Centers: 1.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Power Rating: 1.0 WATTS AVERAGE
  • Body Diameter: 3.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Mounting Thread Quantity: 32 PER INCH
  • Mounting Facility Nominal Screw Thread Diameter: 0.164 INCHES IN
  • Mounting Facility Screw Thread Series Designator: UNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC)
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Attenuator,variable, cataloged under National Stock Number 5985-00-295-3917, 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 Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc.. Government technical data includes 12 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 3 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 7 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5985-00-295-3917
Primary Part NumberRE1238
Item NameAttenuator,variable
FSC / FSG5985 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerBae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc.
StatusCANCELLED
Attenuation Variation MethodSTEPPED
Distance Between Mounting Facility Centers1.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Power Rating1.0 WATTS AVERAGE
Body Diameter3.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Mounting Thread Quantity32 PER INCH
Mounting Facility Nominal Screw Thread Diameter0.164 INCHES IN
Mounting Facility Screw Thread Series DesignatorUNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC)
Step Position Quantity4
Attenuation Per Step in Decibels1.0
Mounting Facility Type and Quantity2 THREADED HOLE(S)
Mounting Facility PatternTWO POSITION IN-LINE
Application DesignAUDIO
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 7
6505-00-062-4834NDC00182-0170-10 INTERCHANGEABLE
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
RE1238 PRIMARY Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc. (USA)
3786 PRIMARY Meggitt (new Hampshire), Inc (USA)
7410321P1 PRIMARY General Electric Company (USA)
Related Parts
6505-00-062-4834INTERCHANGEABLE
FERROUS SULFATE TABLETS
NDC00182-0170-10
5815-00-065-4862INTERCHANGEABLE
GUIDE,PAWL
3786
5961-01-043-2422INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSISTOR
PN4250A
6145-01-197-3411INTERCHANGEABLE
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2411C
4310-01-375-8810INTERCHANGEABLE
CRANKSHAFT,COMPRESSOR
3786
6530-01-460-1820INTERCHANGEABLE
DRAPE,OPERATING MICROSCOPE
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6505-01-552-4221INTERCHANGEABLE
IODIXANOL INJECTION
NDC00407-2222-54

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5985-00-295-3917?

NSN 5985-00-295-3917 is a Attenuator,variable, manufactured by Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc., classified under FSC 5985 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5985-00-295-3917?

NSN 5985-00-295-3917 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: RE1238 (Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc.), 3786 (Meggitt (new Hampshire), Inc), 7410321P1 (General Electric Company).

What NSN replaces 5985-00-295-3917?

There are 7 known substitutes for 5985-00-295-3917: 6505-00-062-4834, 5815-00-065-4862, 5961-01-043-2422 and 4 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of RE1238?

Key specifications for RE1238: Attenuation Variation Method: STEPPED; Distance Between Mounting Facility Centers: 1.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Power Rating: 1.0 WATTS AVERAGE; Body Diameter: 3.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 12 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5985-00-295-3917 still in active supply?

NSN 5985-00-295-3917 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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