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A38979Amplifier,electronic Control

Ballantyne of Omaha Inc. · NSN 5996-00-636-2448 · FSC 5996 · Amplifier,radio Frequency
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NSN 5996-00-636-2448 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5996-00-636-2448. Primary manufacturer part number: A38979.
Features
  • Amplifier,electronic Control — FSC 5996
  • Installation Design: PANEL
  • Basic Shape Style: RECTANGULAR OR SQUARE
  • Average Life Measurement: NOT RATED
  • Operating Control Method: AUTOMATIC
  • Control Type: REMOTE
  • Inclosure Type: PARTIALLY INCLOSED
  • External AC Operating Voltage in Volts: 115.0 NOMINAL SINGLE VOLTAGE
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Amplifier,electronic Control, cataloged under National Stock Number 5996-00-636-2448, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5996 (Amplifier,radio Frequency) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Ballantyne of Omaha Inc.. Government technical data includes 17 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, 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
NSN5996-00-636-2448
Primary Part NumberA38979
Item NameAmplifier,electronic Control
FSC / FSG5996 / 59 — Amplifier,radio Frequency
ManufacturerBallantyne of Omaha Inc.
StatusACTIVE
Installation DesignPANEL
Basic Shape StyleRECTANGULAR OR SQUARE
Average Life MeasurementNOT RATED
Operating Control MethodAUTOMATIC
Control TypeREMOTE
Inclosure TypePARTIALLY INCLOSED
External AC Operating Voltage in Volts115.0 NOMINAL SINGLE VOLTAGE
PhaseSINGLE
Operating AC Frequency in Hertz400.0 NOMINAL SINGLE VOLTAGE
Connection Contact Type and Quantity10 WIRE LEAD TERMINALS EXTERNAL
Features ProvidedAUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL
Average Power Rating Per Channel20.0 WATTS INPUT AND 20.0 WATTS OUTPUT
Indicator Device Type and Quantity1 LIGHT
Impedance Rating Per Channel10.000 KILOHMS INPUT CHANNEL AND 10.000 OHMS OUTPUT CHANNEL
Circuit Construction TypeSOLID STATE
Connection TypeWIRE LEAD TERMINALS REAR
Environmental ProtectionGENERAL PURPOSE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
2925-00-473-5832710918 INTERCHANGEABLE
Elbow Assembly
Unison Industries Llc
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
A38979 PRIMARY Ballantyne of Omaha Inc. (USA)
AM873AVQ2B Joint Electronics Type Designation System (USA)
Related Parts
2925-00-473-5832INTERCHANGEABLE
ELBOW ASSEMBLY
710918

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5996-00-636-2448?

NSN 5996-00-636-2448 is a Amplifier,electronic Control, manufactured by Ballantyne of Omaha Inc., classified under FSC 5996 (Amplifier,radio Frequency). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5996-00-636-2448?

NSN 5996-00-636-2448 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: A38979 (Ballantyne of Omaha Inc.), AM873AVQ2B (Joint Electronics Type Designation System).

What NSN replaces 5996-00-636-2448?

There is 1 known substitute for 5996-00-636-2448: 2925-00-473-5832. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of A38979?

Key specifications for A38979: Installation Design: PANEL; Basic Shape Style: RECTANGULAR OR SQUARE; Average Life Measurement: NOT RATED; Operating Control Method: AUTOMATIC. 21 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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