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C78.1408-1980Lamp,incandescent

American National Standards Institute Incorporated Dba American National Standards Institute · NSN 6240-00-471-5399 · FSC 6240 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6240-00-471-5399 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6240-00-471-5399. Primary manufacturer part number: C78.1408-1980.
Features
  • Lamp,incandescent — FSC 6240
  • Bulb Style: T (TUBULAR)
  • Average Life Rating in Hours: 50.0
  • Color Temp in Deg Kelvin: 3200.0
  • Burning Position: BASE DOWN TO HORIZONTAL
  • Light Intensity Distribution Feature: OPAQUE END
  • Voltage Rating: 120.000 VOLTS NOMINAL
  • Emitted Light Characteristic: WHITE
Applications
  • Area illumination
  • Indicator and warning display
  • Navigation and signal lighting
General Description

The Lamp,incandescent, cataloged under National Stock Number 6240-00-471-5399, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6240 (No Item Name Available) of the Lighting Fixtures and Lamps group. The primary manufacturer of record is American National Standards Institute Incorporated Dba American National Standards Institute. Government technical data includes 16 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 8 commercial cross-references from 7 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
NSN6240-00-471-5399
Primary Part NumberC78.1408-1980
Item NameLamp,incandescent
FSC / FSG6240 / 62 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerAmerican National Standards Institute Incorporated Dba American National Standards Institute
StatusCANCELLED
Bulb StyleT (TUBULAR)
Average Life Rating in Hours50.0
Color Temp in Deg Kelvin3200.0
Burning PositionBASE DOWN TO HORIZONTAL
Light Intensity Distribution FeatureOPAQUE END
Voltage Rating120.000 VOLTS NOMINAL
Emitted Light CharacteristicWHITE
Rated Average LifeHOURS
Filament DesignationC-13D
Base StyleFOUR PIN INDEXING
Bulb Light Transmission CharacteristicTRANSPARENT
Light Center Length44.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Current Rating for Which Designed4.167 AMPERES NOMINAL
Bulb DesignatorT-6
Wattage Rating500.000 WATTS
Filament Heavy Duty Service RatingNOT RATED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
6240-00-221-0133545760-28 INTERCHANGEABLE
Lamp,incandescent
Osram Sylvania Ltd
7520-00-281-59317520002815931 INTERCHANGEABLE
Box,cash
Safina Office Products, Inc. Dba Safina Office Products Inc
4730-01-353-76694150-147-007 INTERCHANGEABLE
Manifold,hydraulic System Access
Sun Hydraulics Corporation
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
C78.1408-1980 PRIMARY American National Standards Institute Incorporated Dba American National Standards Institute (USA)
CBA General Electric Co Photo Lamp Dept (USA)
CBA Lamp Industry for Use with Industry Designations and Abbreviations for Lamps
BCK Gte Products Corp Lighting Products Group (USA)
CBA Philips Electronics North America Corporation Dba Philips Lighting Div Philips Lighting Company (USA)
CBA PRIMARY General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. (USA)
CBA Gte Products Corp Sylvania Miniature Lighting Div (USA)
500T6Q Gte Products Corp Lighting Products Group (USA)
Related Parts
6240-00-221-0133INTERCHANGEABLE
LAMP,INCANDESCENT
545760-28
7520-00-281-5931INTERCHANGEABLE
BOX,CASH
7520002815931
4730-01-353-7669INTERCHANGEABLE
MANIFOLD,HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ACCESS
4150-147-007

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6240-00-471-5399?

NSN 6240-00-471-5399 is a Lamp,incandescent, manufactured by American National Standards Institute Incorporated Dba American National Standards Institute, classified under FSC 6240 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6240-00-471-5399?

NSN 6240-00-471-5399 has 8 cross-referenced part numbers: C78.1408-1980 (American National Standards Institute Incorporated Dba American National Standards Institute), CBA (General Electric Co Photo Lamp Dept), CBA (Lamp Industry for Use with Industry Designations and Abbreviations for Lamps), BCK (Gte Products Corp Lighting Products Group), CBA (Philips Electronics North America Corporation Dba Philips Lighting Div Philips Lighting Company) and 3 more.

What NSN replaces 6240-00-471-5399?

There are 3 known substitutes for 6240-00-471-5399: 6240-00-221-0133, 7520-00-281-5931, 4730-01-353-7669. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of C78.1408-1980?

Key specifications for C78.1408-1980: Bulb Style: T (TUBULAR); Average Life Rating in Hours: 50.0; Color Temp in Deg Kelvin: 3200.0; Burning Position: BASE DOWN TO HORIZONTAL. 17 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 6240-00-471-5399 still in active supply?

NSN 6240-00-471-5399 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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