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MSAmplifier,radio Frequency

Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp · NSN 5996-00-581-2246 · FSC 5996 · Amplifier,radio Frequency
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NSN 5996-00-581-2246 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5996-00-581-2246. Primary manufacturer part number: MS.
Features
  • Amplifier,radio Frequency — FSC 5996
  • Impedance Rating Per Channel: 0.070 KILOHMS INPUT CHANNEL AND 0.900 KILOHMS OUTPUT CHANNEL
  • Frequency Per Channel: 4.000 MEGAHERTZ MINIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL AND 26.500 MEGAHERTZ MAXIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL
  • Phase: THREE
  • FSC Application Data: RADIO TRANSMITTER SET,EXCEPT NAVIGATION,NONAIRBORNE
  • Circuit Construction Type: ELECTRON TUBE
  • Basic Shape Style: RECTANGULAR OR SQUARE
  • Indicator Device Type and Quantity: 24 LIGHT AND 13 METER
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Amplifier,radio Frequency, cataloged under National Stock Number 5996-00-581-2246, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5996 (Amplifier,radio Frequency) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp. Government technical data includes 14 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. 4 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5996-00-581-2246
Primary Part NumberMS
Item NameAmplifier,radio Frequency
FSC / FSG5996 / 59 — Amplifier,radio Frequency
ManufacturerNorthrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp
StatusACTIVE
Impedance Rating Per Channel0.070 KILOHMS INPUT CHANNEL AND 0.900 KILOHMS OUTPUT CHANNEL
Frequency Per Channel4.000 MEGAHERTZ MINIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL AND 26.500 MEGAHERTZ MAXIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL
PhaseTHREE
FSC Application DataRADIO TRANSMITTER SET,EXCEPT NAVIGATION,NONAIRBORNE
Circuit Construction TypeELECTRON TUBE
Basic Shape StyleRECTANGULAR OR SQUARE
Indicator Device Type and Quantity24 LIGHT AND 13 METER
Inclosure TypeENCASED
Operating Control MethodMANUAL
Average Power Rating Per Channel2.5 KILOWATTS INPUT AND 30.0 MILLIWATTS OUTPUT
Installation DesignFREE-STANDING
Control TypeLOCAL
Operating AC Frequency in Hertz50.0 MINIMUM SINGLE VOLTAGE AND 60.0 MAXIMUM SINGLE VOLTAGE
External AC Operating Voltage in Volts208.0 NOMINAL 1ST VOLTAGE AND 230.0 NOMINAL 2ND VOLTAGE AND 250.0 NOMINAL 3RD VOLTAGE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 4
3750-00-251-3986 INTERCHANGEABLE
Fork,spading,hand
3433-00-568-3997MS INTERCHANGEABLE
Safety Unit,flame
Oerlikon Metco Us Inc
4730-00-995-1568 INTERCHANGEABLE
Elbow,pipe to Tube
5120-01-066-5625 INTERCHANGEABLE
Positioner
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
MS Westinghouse Electric Corp (USA)
AM1805FRC Joint Electronics Type Designation System (USA)
MS PRIMARY Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp (USA)
Related Parts
3750-00-251-3986INTERCHANGEABLE
FORK,SPADING,HAND
3433-00-568-3997INTERCHANGEABLE
SAFETY UNIT,FLAME
MS
4730-00-995-1568INTERCHANGEABLE
ELBOW,PIPE TO TUBE
5120-01-066-5625INTERCHANGEABLE
POSITIONER

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5996-00-581-2246?

NSN 5996-00-581-2246 is a Amplifier,radio Frequency, manufactured by Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp, classified under FSC 5996 (Amplifier,radio Frequency). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5996-00-581-2246?

NSN 5996-00-581-2246 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: MS (Westinghouse Electric Corp), AM1805FRC (Joint Electronics Type Designation System), MS (Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation Dba Northrop Grumman Systems Corp).

What NSN replaces 5996-00-581-2246?

There are 4 known substitutes for 5996-00-581-2246: 3750-00-251-3986, 3433-00-568-3997, 4730-00-995-1568 and 1 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of MS?

Key specifications for MS: Impedance Rating Per Channel: 0.070 KILOHMS INPUT CHANNEL AND 0.900 KILOHMS OUTPUT CHANNEL; Frequency Per Channel: 4.000 MEGAHERTZ MINIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL AND 26.500 MEGAHERTZ MAXIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL; Phase: THREE; FSC Application Data: RADIO TRANSMITTER SET,EXCEPT NAVIGATION,NONAIRBORNE. 18 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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