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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

3954-100CAttenuator,variable

Antenna & Radome Research Associates Corp Dba Arra Inc Div Arra Inc · NSN 5985-01-138-6143 · FSC 5985 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5985-01-138-6143 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5985-01-138-6143. Primary manufacturer part number: 3954-100C.
Features
  • Attenuator,variable — FSC 5985
  • Center to Center Distance Between Mounting Facilities Parallel to Width: 3.495 INCHES MINIMUM AND 3.505 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
  • Body Style: IRREGULAR
  • Application Design: TRANSMISSION LINE
  • Terminal Type and Quantity: 2 CONNECTOR, COAXIAL, FEMALE
  • Coaxial Connector Series Designation: N
  • Scale Linearity: LINEAR
  • Attenuation Variation Method: CONTINUOUS
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Attenuator,variable, cataloged under National Stock Number 5985-01-138-6143, 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 Antenna & Radome Research Associates Corp Dba Arra Inc Div Arra Inc. Government technical data includes 19 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. 5 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5985-01-138-6143
Primary Part Number3954-100C
Item NameAttenuator,variable
FSC / FSG5985 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerAntenna & Radome Research Associates Corp Dba Arra Inc Div Arra Inc
StatusACTIVE
Center to Center Distance Between Mounting Facilities Parallel to Width3.495 INCHES MINIMUM AND 3.505 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Body StyleIRREGULAR
Application DesignTRANSMISSION LINE
Terminal Type and Quantity2 CONNECTOR, COAXIAL, FEMALE
Coaxial Connector Series DesignationN
Scale LinearityLINEAR
Attenuation Variation MethodCONTINUOUS
Power Rating15.0 WATTS AVERAGE
Unthreaded Mounting Hole Diameter0.149 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.159 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Impedance Rating in Ohms50.0 INPUT-OUTPUT
Center to Center Distance Between Mounting Facilities Parallel to Length3.495 INCHES MINIMUM AND 3.505 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Mounting Facility Type and Quantity4 UNTHREADED HOLE(S)
Mounting Facility PatternFOUR POSITION RECTANGULAR
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio1.50 AND 1.80
Overall Attenuation Range in Decibels+6.0 TO 106.0
Adjustment Device Type and Quantity1 KNOB
Operating Temp Range-28.0 TO 85.0 CELSIUS DEGC
Scale Division Quantity100
Frequency Range960.000 MEGAHERTZ MINIMUM AND 1.215 GIGAHERTZ MAXIMUM
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 5
6350-01-087-95299716 INTERCHANGEABLE
Horn,signal
The Boeing Company Div Commercial
5331-01-143-63169716 INTERCHANGEABLE
O-Ring
Edro Corporation, the Dba Edro Corp
3680-01-406-67029716 INTERCHANGEABLE
Hot Top,metal Producing
United Western Supply Company Dba Uni-West
5120-01-602-8299 INTERCHANGEABLE
Wrench,box and Open End,combinat
6350-01-622-472665B47513-8 INTERCHANGEABLE
Horn,signal
The Boeing Company Div Defense
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
3954-100C Antenna & Radome Research Associates Corp Dba Arra Inc Div Arra Inc (USA)
9716 Spectrum Control Inc Div Weinschel (USA)
8803300009-1 Navcom Defense Electronics, Inc. (USA)
Related Parts
6350-01-087-9529INTERCHANGEABLE
HORN,SIGNAL
9716
5331-01-143-6316INTERCHANGEABLE
O-RING
9716
3680-01-406-6702INTERCHANGEABLE
HOT TOP,METAL PRODUCING
9716
5120-01-602-8299INTERCHANGEABLE
WRENCH,BOX AND OPEN END,COMBINAT
6350-01-622-4726INTERCHANGEABLE
HORN,SIGNAL
65B47513-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5985-01-138-6143?

NSN 5985-01-138-6143 is a Attenuator,variable, manufactured by Antenna & Radome Research Associates Corp Dba Arra Inc Div Arra Inc, classified under FSC 5985 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5985-01-138-6143?

NSN 5985-01-138-6143 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: 3954-100C (Antenna & Radome Research Associates Corp Dba Arra Inc Div Arra Inc), 9716 (Spectrum Control Inc Div Weinschel), 8803300009-1 (Navcom Defense Electronics, Inc.).

What NSN replaces 5985-01-138-6143?

There are 5 known substitutes for 5985-01-138-6143: 6350-01-087-9529, 5331-01-143-6316, 3680-01-406-6702 and 2 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 3954-100C?

Key specifications for 3954-100C: Center to Center Distance Between Mounting Facilities Parallel to Width: 3.495 INCHES MINIMUM AND 3.505 INCHES MAXIMUM IN; Overall Height: 2.720 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Body Style: IRREGULAR; Application Design: TRANSMISSION LINE. 22 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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