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5-20Attenuator,fixed

Spectrum Control Inc Div Weinschel · NSN 5985-00-434-4321 · FSC 5985 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5985-00-434-4321 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5985-00-434-4321. Primary manufacturer part number: 5-20.
Features
  • Attenuator,fixed — FSC 5985
  • Surface Treatment: ANODIZE BODY
  • Coaxial Connector Series Designation: N
  • Rf Signal Attenuation in Decibels: 20.0
  • Center to Center Distance Between Mounting Facilities Parallel to Width: 1.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Mounting Method: FLANGE WITH MOUNTING HOLE
  • Power Rating: 5.0 WATTS AVERAGE AND 1.0 KILOWATTS PEAK
  • Body Style: RECTANGULAR, TERMINAL/TERMINALS ON OPPOSITE SURFACES
Applications
  • Applications requiring Aluminum Alloy Body construction
General Description

The Attenuator,fixed, cataloged under National Stock Number 5985-00-434-4321, 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 Spectrum Control Inc Div Weinschel. Government technical data includes 20 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 4 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
NSN5985-00-434-4321
Primary Part Number5-20
Item NameAttenuator,fixed
FSC / FSG5985 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerSpectrum Control Inc Div Weinschel
StatusACTIVE
Surface TreatmentANODIZE BODY
Coaxial Connector Series DesignationN
Rf Signal Attenuation in Decibels20.0
Center to Center Distance Between Mounting Facilities Parallel to Width1.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Mounting MethodFLANGE WITH MOUNTING HOLE
Power Rating5.0 WATTS AVERAGE AND 1.0 KILOWATTS PEAK
Body StyleRECTANGULAR, TERMINAL/TERMINALS ON OPPOSITE SURFACES
Input Impedance Rating in Ohms50.0
Center to Center Distance Between Mounting Facilities Parallel to Length2.470 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Output Impedance Rating in Ohms50.0
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio1.20
Connection Type Per FunctionFEMALE OUTPUT AND FEMALE INPUT AND MALE OUTPUT AND MALE INPUT
Terminal Type and Quantity2 CONNECTOR
Operating Temp Range-54.0 TO 71.0 CELSIUS DEGC
Mounting Hole/stud Quantity4
Frequency Range0.000 HERTZ MINIMUM AND 4.000 GIGAHERTZ MAXIMUM
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio Frequency Range+0.0 TO 4.0 GIGAHERTZ
Unthreaded Mounting Hole Diameter0.191 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.196 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Application DesignTRANSMISSION LINE
MaterialALUMINUM ALLOY BODY
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 12
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
5-20 Spectrum Control Inc Div Weinschel (USA)
123SCAV5261-3 Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (USA)
9037 Spectrum Control Inc Div Weinschel (USA)
123SCAV5261-7 Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (USA)
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5330-00-395-1768INTERCHANGEABLE
SEAL,OIL
5945-00-424-9461INTERCHANGEABLE
RELAY,ELECTROMAGNETIC
138C028H01
5935-00-451-4405INTERCHANGEABLE
CONNECTOR,RECEPTACLE,ELECTRICAL
2034-5005
5130-00-533-0235INTERCHANGEABLE
WHEEL,PEENING,ROTARY
7000000787
5840-00-611-0539INTERCHANGEABLE
DISCHARGER ASSY,PRE
2910-00-612-6812INTERCHANGEABLE
PRESSURE PRIMER
4L4984
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SWITCH,PRESSURE
722011-1
5930-01-030-4807INTERCHANGEABLE
SWITCH,CODE INDICATING WHEEL
9037
5310-01-286-7885INTERCHANGEABLE
WASHER,FLAT
5945-01-323-4775INTERCHANGEABLE
RELAY,ELECTROMAGNETIC
5998-01-339-6355INTERCHANGEABLE
HOLDER,ELECTRICAL CARD
9037
5365-01-341-2197INTERCHANGEABLE
BUSHING,MACHINE THREAD

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5985-00-434-4321?

NSN 5985-00-434-4321 is a Attenuator,fixed, manufactured by Spectrum Control Inc Div Weinschel, classified under FSC 5985 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5985-00-434-4321?

NSN 5985-00-434-4321 has 4 cross-referenced part numbers: 5-20 (Spectrum Control Inc Div Weinschel), 123SCAV5261-3 (Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation), 9037 (Spectrum Control Inc Div Weinschel), 123SCAV5261-7 (Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation).

What NSN replaces 5985-00-434-4321?

There are 12 known substitutes for 5985-00-434-4321: 5330-00-395-1768, 5945-00-424-9461, 5935-00-451-4405 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 5-20?

Key specifications for 5-20: Surface Treatment: ANODIZE BODY; Coaxial Connector Series Designation: N; Rf Signal Attenuation in Decibels: 20.0; Center to Center Distance Between Mounting Facilities Parallel to Width: 1.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 23 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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