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21957-2Lamp,incandescent

Prime Technology Inc International Instruments Div · NSN 6240-00-051-4843 · FSC 6240 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6240-00-051-4843 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6240-00-051-4843. Primary manufacturer part number: 21957-2.
Features
  • Lamp,incandescent — FSC 6240
  • Bulb Style: T (TUBULAR)
  • Rated Average Life: HOURS
  • Light Output Rating: 0.320 SPHERICAL CANDLEPOWER NOMINAL SINGLE RATING
  • Wattage Rating: 1.120 WATTS
  • Light Center Length: 0.300 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Voltage Rating: 28.000 VOLTS NOMINAL
  • Base Style: KNURLED SCREW (KOLLSMAN)
Applications
  • Area illumination
  • Indicator and warning display
  • Navigation and signal lighting
General Description

The Lamp,incandescent, cataloged under National Stock Number 6240-00-051-4843, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6240 (No Item Name Available) of the Lighting Fixtures and Lamps group. The primary manufacturer of record is Prime Technology Inc International Instruments Div. Government technical data includes 14 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 19 commercial cross-references from 16 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 11 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6240-00-051-4843
Primary Part Number21957-2
Item NameLamp,incandescent
FSC / FSG6240 / 62 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerPrime Technology Inc International Instruments Div
StatusCANCELLED
Bulb StyleT (TUBULAR)
Rated Average LifeHOURS
Light Output Rating0.320 SPHERICAL CANDLEPOWER NOMINAL SINGLE RATING
Wattage Rating1.120 WATTS
Light Center Length0.300 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Voltage Rating28.000 VOLTS NOMINAL
Base StyleKNURLED SCREW (KOLLSMAN)
Current Rating for Which Designed0.040 AMPERES NOMINAL
Emitted Light CharacteristicWHITE
Bulb DesignatorT-1 1/4
Filament DesignationC-2F
Bulb Light Transmission CharacteristicTRANSPARENT
Average Life Rating in Hours1000.0
Filament Heavy Duty Service RatingNOT RATED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
21957-2 Prime Technology Inc International Instruments Div (USA)
8623 Satair A/s (DNK)
114B7032-1 Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (USA)
8623 Chicago Miniature Lighting Llc Dba Chicago Miniature Optoelectron (USA)
C2830 Electric Boat Corp Dba Electro Dynamic (USA)
901-1178-1 Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc. Dba Bae Systems (USA)
110313-000 Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc. Dba Bae Systems (USA)
65-25501A Motorola Communications Group Parts Dept Div of Motorola Inc (USA)
MS25236-623 Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
MS25236-8623 Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
129-003-0001 Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (USA)
8623 Lamp Industry for Use with Industry Designations and Abbreviations for Lamps
30556-1 The Dewey Electronics Corporation Div Pitometer Log Division (USA)
457-6078 Nimikkeistokeskus Ncb Finland (FIN)
21957-2 Prime Technology Llc (USA)
30556-1 The Dewey Electronics Corporation (USA)
6220000514843 E.c.a Etablissement Central Des Approvisionnements Des Forces Armees Royales
LTX8623 Lamptronix Co Ltd (USA)
21957-2 IV-Electronic Klaus Vespermann Kg (DEU)
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WASHER,FLAT
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CASE ASSEMBLY
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SYRINGE,HYPODERMIC,SAFETY
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CIRCUIT CARD ASSEMBLY
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POWER SUPPLY

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6240-00-051-4843?

NSN 6240-00-051-4843 is a Lamp,incandescent, manufactured by Prime Technology Inc International Instruments Div, classified under FSC 6240 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6240-00-051-4843?

NSN 6240-00-051-4843 has 19 cross-referenced part numbers: 21957-2 (Prime Technology Inc International Instruments Div), 8623 (Satair A/s), 114B7032-1 (Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation), 8623 (Chicago Miniature Lighting Llc Dba Chicago Miniature Optoelectron), C2830 (Electric Boat Corp Dba Electro Dynamic) and 14 more.

What NSN replaces 6240-00-051-4843?

There are 11 known substitutes for 6240-00-051-4843: 3010-00-184-7726, 6145-00-418-2700, 5365-00-450-0201 and 8 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 21957-2?

Key specifications for 21957-2: Bulb Style: T (TUBULAR); Rated Average Life: HOURS; Light Output Rating: 0.320 SPHERICAL CANDLEPOWER NOMINAL SINGLE RATING; Wattage Rating: 1.120 WATTS. 15 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 6240-00-051-4843 still in active supply?

NSN 6240-00-051-4843 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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