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RA53Attenuator,variable

Trilithic, Inc. · NSN 5985-00-481-1170 · FSC 5985 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5985-00-481-1170 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5985-00-481-1170. Primary manufacturer part number: RA53.
Features
  • Attenuator,variable — FSC 5985
  • Attenuation Per Step in Decibels: 0.1
  • Power Rating: 1.0 WATTS AVERAGE
  • Body Style: COAXIAL TYPE
  • Attenuation Variation Method: STEPPED
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 2 CONNECTOR, COAXIAL, FEMALE
  • FSC Application Data: ANTENNAS,WAVEGUIDES,AND RELATED EQUIPMENT
  • Mounting Facility Pattern: TWO POSITION IN-LINE
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Attenuator,variable, cataloged under National Stock Number 5985-00-481-1170, 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 Trilithic, Inc.. Government technical data includes 22 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 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: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5985-00-481-1170
Primary Part NumberRA53
Item NameAttenuator,variable
FSC / FSG5985 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerTrilithic, Inc.
StatusACTIVE
Attenuation Per Step in Decibels0.1
Power Rating1.0 WATTS AVERAGE
Body StyleCOAXIAL TYPE
Attenuation Variation MethodSTEPPED
Terminal Type and Quantity2 CONNECTOR, COAXIAL, FEMALE
FSC Application DataANTENNAS,WAVEGUIDES,AND RELATED EQUIPMENT
Mounting Facility PatternTWO POSITION IN-LINE
Mounting Facility Screw Thread Series DesignatorUNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC)
Frequency Range0.000 HERTZ MINIMUM AND 500.000 MEGAHERTZ MAXIMUM
Distance Between Mounting Facility Centers1.125 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Step Position Quantity10
Mounting Thread Quantity32 PER INCH
Mounting Facility Type and Quantity2 THREADED HOLE(S)
Coaxial Connector Series DesignationBNC
Application DesignTRANSMISSION LINE
Mounting Facility Nominal Screw Thread Diameter0.164 INCHES IN
Overall Attenuation Accuracy in Decibels-0.03 TO 0.03
Overall Attenuation Range in Decibels+0.0 TO 1.0
Impedance Rating in Ohms50.0 INPUT-OUTPUT
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio1.10
Insertion Loss at Minimum Attenuation in Maximum Decibels0.6
Adjustment Device Type and Quantity1 KNOB W/DIAL
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
2240-00-377-2024541542 INTERCHANGEABLE
Follower Unit,diaphragm
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp Dba Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
RA53 Trilithic, Inc. (USA)
RA-53BNC Trilithic, Inc. (USA)
Related Parts
2240-00-377-2024INTERCHANGEABLE
FOLLOWER UNIT,DIAPHRAGM
541542

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5985-00-481-1170?

NSN 5985-00-481-1170 is a Attenuator,variable, manufactured by Trilithic, Inc., classified under FSC 5985 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5985-00-481-1170?

NSN 5985-00-481-1170 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: RA53 (Trilithic, Inc.), RA-53BNC (Trilithic, Inc.).

What NSN replaces 5985-00-481-1170?

There is 1 known substitute for 5985-00-481-1170: 2240-00-377-2024. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of RA53?

Key specifications for RA53: Overall Height: 2.594 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Attenuation Per Step in Decibels: 0.1; Overall Length: 3.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Power Rating: 1.0 WATTS AVERAGE. 25 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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