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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

J5ALamp,glow

Lamp Industry for Use with Industry Designations and Abbreviations for Lamps · NSN 6240-00-179-1816 · FSC 6240 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6240-00-179-1816 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6240-00-179-1816. Primary manufacturer part number: J5A.
Features
  • Lamp,glow — FSC 6240
  • Light Intensity Level: NOT RATED
  • Bulb Designator: S-11
  • Circuit Voltage Rating in Volts: 120.000 NOMINAL
  • Base Style: MEDIUM SCREW
  • Bulb Style: S (STRAIGHT SIDE)
  • Specification/standard Data: 08108-J5A MANUFACTURERS STANDARD
  • Gas Striking Voltage Rating in Volts and Current Type: 90.0 DC MAXIMUM SECOND VOLTAGE
Applications
  • Area illumination
  • Indicator and warning display
  • Navigation and signal lighting
General Description

The Lamp,glow, cataloged under National Stock Number 6240-00-179-1816, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6240 (No Item Name Available) of the Lighting Fixtures and Lamps group. The primary manufacturer of record is Lamp Industry for Use with Industry Designations and Abbreviations for Lamps. Government technical data includes 14 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 16 commercial cross-references from 12 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 3 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6240-00-179-1816
Primary Part NumberJ5A
Item NameLamp,glow
FSC / FSG6240 / 62 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerLamp Industry for Use with Industry Designations and Abbreviations for Lamps
StatusCANCELLED
Light Intensity LevelNOT RATED
Bulb DesignatorS-11
Circuit Voltage Rating in Volts120.000 NOMINAL
Base StyleMEDIUM SCREW
Bulb StyleS (STRAIGHT SIDE)
Specification/standard Data08108-J5A MANUFACTURERS STANDARD
Gas Striking Voltage Rating in Volts and Current Type90.0 DC MAXIMUM SECOND VOLTAGE
Gas Striking Voltage Rating in Volts and Current Type65.0 AC MAXIMUM FIRST VOLTAGE
Rated Average LifeHOURS
Filling Gas TypeNEON
Resistor Rating and Location7.500 KILOHMS INTERNAL
Emitted Light CharacteristicRED
Average Life Rating in Hours10000.0
Wattage Rating1.000 WATTS
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
6620-00-058-52259115-16C4A INTERCHANGEABLE
Transmitter,rate of Flow
Mission Systems Davenport Inc.
6620-00-553-8827 INTERCHANGEABLE
Transmitter,rate of Flow
5940-00-990-8014J6A INTERCHANGEABLE
Terminal,lug
Fargo Mfg Co Inc
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
J5A Lamp Industry for Use with Industry Designations and Abbreviations for Lamps
J5A(NE-30) General Electric Co Miniature Lamp Products Dept Lighting Business Group (USA)
J5A American National Standards Institute Incorporated Dba American National Standards Institute (USA)
J6A American National Standards Institute Incorporated Dba American National Standards Institute (USA)
65-15026A-10 Motorola Communications Group Parts Dept Div of Motorola Inc (USA)
632234-1 Lockheed Martin Corporation Div Rms - Mitchel Field (USA)
M15098-4-001 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
J5A General Electric Co Miniature Lamp Products Dept Lighting Business Group (USA)
J5A Philips Electronics North America Corporation Dba Philips Lighting Div Philips Lighting Company (USA)
MILL15098 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
NE30S11 General Electric Company (USA)
NE30 Lamp Industry for Use with Industry Designations and Abbreviations for Lamps
504523 Army Weapons Command Attn Amswe-Ree-S (USA)
S-J5A Shokai Far East, Ltd. (USA)
17-6840-500-830 Chief of Engineers Dept of Army (USA)
87-0530 Finnigan Corporation (USA)
Related Parts
6620-00-058-5225INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSMITTER,RATE OF FLOW
9115-16C4A
6620-00-553-8827INTERCHANGEABLE
TRANSMITTER,RATE OF FLOW
5940-00-990-8014INTERCHANGEABLE
TERMINAL,LUG
J6A

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6240-00-179-1816?

NSN 6240-00-179-1816 is a Lamp,glow, manufactured by Lamp Industry for Use with Industry Designations and Abbreviations for Lamps, classified under FSC 6240 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6240-00-179-1816?

NSN 6240-00-179-1816 has 16 cross-referenced part numbers: J5A (Lamp Industry for Use with Industry Designations and Abbreviations for Lamps), J5A(NE-30) (General Electric Co Miniature Lamp Products Dept Lighting Business Group), J5A (American National Standards Institute Incorporated Dba American National Standards Institute), J6A (American National Standards Institute Incorporated Dba American National Standards Institute), 65-15026A-10 (Motorola Communications Group Parts Dept Div of Motorola Inc) and 11 more.

What NSN replaces 6240-00-179-1816?

There are 3 known substitutes for 6240-00-179-1816: 6620-00-058-5225, 6620-00-553-8827, 5940-00-990-8014. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of J5A?

Key specifications for J5A: Light Intensity Level: NOT RATED; Bulb Designator: S-11; Circuit Voltage Rating in Volts: 120.000 NOMINAL; Base Style: MEDIUM SCREW. 15 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 6240-00-179-1816 still in active supply?

NSN 6240-00-179-1816 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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