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5A38Amplifier,trigger Pulse

Tektronix, Inc. · NSN 5996-01-174-5538 · FSC 5996 · Amplifier,radio Frequency
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NSN 5996-01-174-5538 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5996-01-174-5538. Primary manufacturer part number: 5A38.
Features
  • Amplifier,trigger Pulse — FSC 5996
  • Pulse Rise Time Per Channel: 10.000 NANOSECONDS NOMINAL INPUT CHANNEL NS
  • Control Type: LOCAL
  • Frequency Per Channel: 0.0 MEGAHERTZ MINIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL AND 35.0 MEGAHERTZ MAXIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL
  • Average Life Measurement: NOT RATED
  • Circuit Construction Type: SOLID STATE
  • Operating Control Method: MANUAL
  • Installation Design: MODULE
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Amplifier,trigger Pulse, cataloged under National Stock Number 5996-01-174-5538, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5996 (Amplifier,radio Frequency) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Tektronix, Inc.. Government technical data includes 8 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 1 commercial cross-reference 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
NSN5996-01-174-5538
Primary Part Number5A38
Item NameAmplifier,trigger Pulse
FSC / FSG5996 / 59 — Amplifier,radio Frequency
ManufacturerTektronix, Inc.
StatusACTIVE
Pulse Rise Time Per Channel10.000 NANOSECONDS NOMINAL INPUT CHANNEL NS
Control TypeLOCAL
Frequency Per Channel0.0 MEGAHERTZ MINIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL AND 35.0 MEGAHERTZ MAXIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL
Average Life MeasurementNOT RATED
Circuit Construction TypeSOLID STATE
Operating Control MethodMANUAL
Installation DesignMODULE
Signal Voltage Rating Per Channel500.000 VOLTS NOMINAL INPUT
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 1
3120-00-489-4103AA385-1 INTERCHANGEABLE
Bearing,sleeve
Bunting Bearings Corp
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
5A38 PRIMARY Tektronix, Inc. (USA)
Related Parts
3120-00-489-4103INTERCHANGEABLE
BEARING,SLEEVE
AA385-1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5996-01-174-5538?

NSN 5996-01-174-5538 is a Amplifier,trigger Pulse, manufactured by Tektronix, Inc., classified under FSC 5996 (Amplifier,radio Frequency). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5996-01-174-5538?

NSN 5996-01-174-5538 has 1 cross-referenced part number: 5A38 (Tektronix, Inc.).

What NSN replaces 5996-01-174-5538?

There is 1 known substitute for 5996-01-174-5538: 3120-00-489-4103. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 5A38?

Key specifications for 5A38: Pulse Rise Time Per Channel: 10.000 NANOSECONDS NOMINAL INPUT CHANNEL NS; Control Type: LOCAL; Frequency Per Channel: 0.0 MEGAHERTZ MINIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL AND 35.0 MEGAHERTZ MAXIMUM OPERATING CHANNEL; Average Life Measurement: NOT RATED. 8 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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