What is Federal Supply Class 5935?

FSC 5935 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 5935) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Connectors, Electrical.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 5935?

NSC 5935 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 5935 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Connectors, Electrical.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 5935 in?

FSC 5935 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 59 which contains Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 5935 in?

NSC 5935is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 59 which contains Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components.

What is a Telephone Jack Assembly?

A Telephone Jack Assembly (JACK ASSEMBLY,TELEPHONE) is an item consisting of two or more telephone jacks on a common mounting or mounted on each other. May include wiring or associated parts such as designation strips. Connection to related circuitry is not automatic with mounting. For items which connect to related circuitry automatically, see TELEPHONE CIRCUIT, LINE JACK.

What is a Telephone Jack?

A Telephone Jack (JACK,TELEPHONE) is a contact spring type electrical fitting of two or more conductors, which is arranged for the insertion of a PLUG, TELEPHONE. One conductor may be grounded. Does not include separable telephone jacks which are termed, JACK ASSEMBLY, TELEPHONE. Excludes JACK, TIP.

What is a Telephone Plug?

A Telephone Plug (PLUG,TELEPHONE) is a concentric type electrical fitting consisting of two or more conductors on a common shank. The contacts on two or three conductor plugs are termed sleeve, tip, or ring. It includes multiple shank plugs of this type. Excludes PLUG, TIP.

What is an Electrical Plug Connector?

An Electrical Plug Connector (CONNECTOR,PLUG,ELECTRICAL) is an electrical fitting with electrical contacts, constructed to be affixed to the end of a cable, conduit, coaxial line, cord or wiring for convenience in joining with other electrical connector(s) or PRINTED WIRING BOARD and is not designed to be mounted on a bulkhead, chasses, panel, PRINTED WIRING BOARD, or the like. Excludes JACK, TELEPHONE; JACK, TIP; PLUG, TELEPHONE; PLUG TIP; INSERT, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; CONNECTOR BODY (as modified); and SOCKET, PLUG-IN, ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS. See also LEAD ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL; WIRING HARNESS (as modified); and CABLE ASSEMBLY (as modified). For items without inserts, see SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Connector Retainer?

An Electrical Connector Retainer (RETAINER,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is an item specifically designed to restrain the movement of an electrical connector, when the latter is mounted in another item. Includes clamps, clips, and similar restraining devices specifically designed for this function. Excludes CLIP, ELECTRICAL and CLAMP, LOOP.

A Tip Plug (PLUG,TIP) is a banana or pin type termination applied to the end of a single electrical conductor and designed to be inserted in a jack or binding post. May be insulated or uninsulated. Excludes TIP, TEST PROD and PLUG, TELEPHONE.

What is an Electrical Connector Cover?

An Electrical Connector Cover (COVER,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is a device specifically designed to fully or partially inclose an electrical connector to protect its mating end from mechanical damage. Excludes CAP, ELECTRICAL; CAP, PROTECTIVE, DUST AND MOISTURE SEAL; and GUARD, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR. See also COVER AND GUARD, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; and SHIELD, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

A Tip Jack (JACK,TIP) is an electrical fitting with a female contact arranged for the insertion of a PLUG, TIP or a TIP, TEST PROD. It has a single facility for attachment of a conductor or facility for circuit connection through its mounting provisions. The item may or may not be insulated. Excludes multisection types each section of which consists of a single contact spring or telephone-type jack. Excludes CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE ELECTRICAL; JACK, TELEPHONE; JACK ASSEMBLY, TIP; and POST, BINDING.

What is a Tip Plug Assembly?

A Tip Plug Assembly (PLUG ASSEMBLY,TIP) is an item consisting of two or more PLUG, TIP on a common mounting. The plugs must be separable and capable of operating individually. For items in which the plugs are inseparable, see CONNECTOR (as modified).

What is a Connector Adapter?

A Connector Adapter (ADAPTER,CONNECTOR) is an adapter with electrical contacts which provides facilities for joining two or more electrical connectors, whose design or function will not normally warrant their junction.It is not designed for permanent attachment to a cable, cord, coaxial line, or wire.The physical shape of an electrical connector should not be the determining factor of its name.Tee, angle, straight, and Y-shaped adapters are all ADAPTER, CONNECTOR.Excludes ADAPTER, CONNECTOR TO LAMPBASE; ADAPTER, LAMPHOLDER TO CONNECTOR; ADAPTER (1), CABLE CLAMP TO CONNECTOR; and ADAPTER, LAMPHOLDER.For items designed as a mechanical connection between an electrical conduit and an electrical connector, see ADAPTER (1), ELECTRICAL CONDUIT.

What is a Receptacle Dummy Connector?

A Receptacle Dummy Connector (DUMMY CONNECTOR,RECEPTACLE) is an item specifically designed to mate with a plug connector to perform one or more special functions, such as to support a plug connector when not in use, short contacts, or open or close electrical circuits, in or on another connector. It does not have provisions for attaching a wire, cable, or contact. It is designed to mount on a panel, bulkhead, wall, or chassis. It does not include connector shells which are merely used to position a plug connector on a panel.

What is an Electrical Receptacle Connector?

An Electrical Receptacle Connector (CONNECTOR,RECEPTACLE,ELECTRICAL) is an electrical fitting with electrical contacts constructed to be affixed to the end of a cable, conduit, coaxial line, cord, wire (includes printed/etched), PRINTED WIRING BOARD, or the like for convenience in joining with another electrical connector(s) or PRINTED WIRING BOARD. It is designed to be mounted on a bulkhead, chassis, panel, wall, PRINTED WIRING BOARD, or the like. Excludes LAMPHOLDER; JACK, TELEPHONE; JACK, TIP; INSERT ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; INSERT MODULE, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; CONNECTOR BODY (as modified) and SOCKET, PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS. See also WIRING HARNESS (as modified) and CABLE ASSEMBLY (as modified). For items with termination wires of more than four inches in length, see LEAD ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL. For items without inserts, see SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is a Plug Dummy Connector?

A Plug Dummy Connector (DUMMY CONNECTOR,PLUG) is an item specifically designed to mate with another connector to perform one or more special functions, such as to act as a cover or shield, to short contacts, or to open or close electrical circuits, in or on another connector. It cannot be used as a CONNECTOR, PLUG, ELECTRICAL. Excludes DUMMY PLUG,TELEPHONE.

A Jack Box is an enclosure which includes, mounts, and protects one or more jacks. It is designed for and may include the cover and such accessories as mounting hardware, brackets, locks, and conduit fittings. May include terminal boards specifically used as a convenience for terminating the jacks. For boxes which include combinations of different electrical devices such as switches, fuseholders, jacks, circuit breakers, terminal boards and the like, see DISTRIBUTION BOX. For boxes which are designed to mount, but which do not include jacks, see JUNCTION BOX.

What is an Electrical Connector Set?

An Electrical Connector Set (CONNECTOR SET,ELECTRICAL) is two or more separate CONNECTOR, PLUG, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL; ADAPTER, CONNECTOR; JACK, TELEPHONE; JACK, TIP; PLUG, TELEPHONE; PLUG, TIP; DUMMY CONNECTOR, PLUG; or DUMMY CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE designed to be mated together. The set may include connectors of different item name mated together, such as one CONNECTOR, PLUG, ELECTRICAL and one DUMMY CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE; or one DUMMY CONNECTOR, PLUG and one CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL. Excludes CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL; DUMMY CONNECTOR SET, ELECTRICAL; JACK ASSEMBLY, TELEPHONE; JACK ASSEMBLY, TIP; and PLUG ASSEMBLY, TIP.

What is an Electrical Dummy Connector Set?

An Electrical Dummy Connector Set (DUMMY CONNECTOR SET,ELECTRICAL) is a grouping of two or more separate DUMMY CONNECTOR, PLUG and/or DUMMY CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE. Includes matched or mated pairs. Excludes DUMMY CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL.

What is an Electrical Connector Bushing Retainer Nut?

An Electrical Connector Bushing Retainer Nut (NUT,BUSHING RETAINER,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is a metallic item having internal threads and an internal seat designed to retain and compress a resilient sealing medium such as a backing grommet or bushing in the shell of an electrical connector. For items which may perform the same function but have a facility for attachment of another fitting(s) see ADAPTER, CABLE CLAMP TO CONNECTOR. See also PACKING NUT; and PACKING NUT, STUFFING TUBE.

What is an Electron Tube Connector?

An Electron Tube Connector (CONNECTOR,ELECTRON TUBE) is an electrical fitting designed to be attached to the grid and/or plate connections of an electron tube by integral fastening devices (e. g., setscrew) to provide electrical connection and heat dissipating facilities. Excludes items which affix the tube elements by spring action of the body. See also CLIP, ELECTRICAL. Excludes CONTACT, ELECTRICAL and CLAMP, ELECTRICAL.

What is an Electrical Connector Retaining Plate?

An Electrical Connector Retaining Plate (PLATE,RETAINING,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is a flat metallic item varied in shape with an opening(s) to accommodate an electrical connector(s). It must have facilities for mounting. Used to position an electrical connector. See also PLATE, MOUNTING (as modified). Excludes PLATE, WALL, ELECTRICAL and ESCUTCHEON PLATE.

What is an Electrical Connector Potting Mold?

An Electrical Connector Potting Mold (MOLD,POTTING,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is an item, solid or split, designed to be used as a hollow form into which potting compound is injected and allowed to cure or set to seal the back of an electrical connector. The potting eliminates the need for a back shell of the connector. The form may or may not be removable after potting. See also SHIELD, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Connector Assembly?

An Electrical Connector Assembly (CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY,ELECTRICAL) is two or more CONNECTOR, PLUG, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL; ADAPTER, CONNECTOR; JACK, TELEPHONE; JACK, TIP; PLUG, TELEPHONE; PLUG, TIP; DUMMY CONNECTOR, PLUG; or DUMMY CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE in any combination, having a common mounting or mounted on each other, each one capable of being independently replaced. It may be interconnected by means of wire or solder bridgings. For items furnished as mated pairs or sets, see CONNECTOR SET, ELECTRICAL. Excludes DUMMY CONNECTOR SET, ELECTRICAL; JACK ASSEMBLY, TELEPHONE; JACK ASSEMBLY, TIP; PLUG ASSEMBLY, TIP; and CABLE ASSEMBLY (as modified).

What is an Electrical Dummy Connector Assembly?

An Electrical Dummy Connector Assembly (DUMMY CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY,ELECTRICAL) is two or more DUMMY CONNECTOR, PLUG and/or DUMMY CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE having a common mounting or mounted on each other. Each component is capable of being independently replaced. Excludes DUMMY CONNECTOR SET, ELECTRICAL and items furnished as matched or mated pairs.

What is an Electrical Connector Cable Clamp?

An Electrical Connector Cable Clamp (CLAMP,CABLE,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is a clamp specifically designed to hold an electrical cable firmly in a connector. Must include provisions for attachment to an electrical connector. Excludes ADAPTER (1), CABLE TO CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Connector Guard?

An Electrical Connector Guard (GUARD,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is an item specifically designed to prevent damage to the mating end of an electrical connector. The contacts of the connector mating end are left exposed for connection. Excludes COVER, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR. See also COVER AND GUARD, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Connector End Seal Plug?

An Electrical Connector End Seal Plug (PLUG,END SEAL,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is a small, thin, cylindrically shaped item having a straight, smooth, solid, nonmetallic body. It may have a boss on one or both ends. It is specifically designed for sealing contact holes against moisture, dust, and the like, in electrical connectors. Excludes PLUG, END SEAL, ELECTRICAL CONDUIT; and PIN, STRAIGHT, HEADLESS.

What is a Plug-In Electronic Components Socket?

A Plug-In Electronic Components Socket (SOCKET,PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS) is an item designed to electrically connect and mechanically position the base of an item having plug-in-type contacts, and to facilitate replacement of the item accommodated. It includes sockets which accommodate the contacts of capacitors, coils, crystals, electron tubes, relays, semiconductor devices and vibrators. Excludes sockets or receptacles designed to accommodate plug-in component circuit boards (printed circuit boards) and electronic modules or sub-assemblies. Also excludes heat-dissipating (not heat-sinks) sockets for mounting "power transistors".

What is a Plug-In Electronic Components Socket Strap Nut?

A Plug-In Electronic Components Socket Strap Nut (STRAP NUT,PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS SOCKET) is a fastening device used in assembling and mounting SOCKET, PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS to a chassis. It is made in one piece with tapped mounting holes spaced to coincide with the spacing of standard electronic plug-in components socket mounting holes. It is semicircular shaped to provide electrical contact clearance of the socket.

What is a Nonplug-In Electronic Components Socket?

A Nonplug-In Electronic Components Socket (SOCKET,NONPLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS) is a device under the form of a plate or having a complex geometric form, in an isolating or non-isolating material. It is designed to electrically connect and mechanically position either by welding or by fastening made with the help of clamps, studs, nuts, and the like, an electrical or electronic component which cannot be mounted on a SOCKET, PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS. Do not use if a more specific item name is available.

What is an Electrical Connector Polarizing Key?

An Electrical Connector Polarizing Key (POLARIZING KEY,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is an item specifically designed to be placed in a contact location or between two adjacent contacts of an electrical plug or receptacle to prohibit mismating or cross-mating of contacts.

What is a Plug-In Electronic Components Socket Adapter?

A Plug-In Electronic Components Socket Adapter (ADAPTER,SOCKET,PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS) is an item constructed to establish the necessary accommodations to connect two or more items, one or both being a plug-in electronic components socket, whose physical design or function will not normally warrant their connection. Does not include ADAPTER, CONNECTOR. If terminations are provided for dynamic testing while an electronic component is inserted, see ADAPTER, TEST.

What is a Plug-In Electronic Components Socket Retainer?

A Plug-In Electronic Components Socket Retainer (RETAINER,SOCKET,PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS) is an item designed to position and/or restrain the movement of one or more plug-in electronic component sockets in their normal mounting position. The retainer is not an integral part of the socket. Excludes ADAPTER, SOCKET, PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS.

What is a Plug-In Electronic Components Socket Assembly?

A Plug-In Electronic Components Socket Assembly (SOCKET ASSEMBLY,PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS) is a grouping of two or more plug-in electronic component sockets mounted on a common mounting or each other. A single socket is termed SOCKET, PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS regardless of its complexity. See also CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL; JACK ASSEMBLY, TELEPHONE, AND JACK ASSEMBLY, TIP.

What is an Electrical Connector Jackscrew?

An Electrical Connector Jackscrew (JACKSCREW,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is a locking device specifically designed to secure engaged electrical connectors. Its mating end is either internally or externally threaded. It is designed to be installed in an ADAPTER (2), CONNECTOR; CONNECTOR BODY, PLUG, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR BODY, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR, PLUG, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL; COVER, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; DUMMY CONNECTOR, PLUG; DUMMY CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE; INSERT, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; or a SHIELD, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR. It may be used for polarization. It may be equipped with a knob, slotted head, knurled head, or the like.

What is an Electrical Connector Guide?

An Electrical Connector Guide (GUIDE,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is an aligning device specifically designed to insure proper mating of electrical connectors. Its mating end is unthreaded. It is designed to be installed in an ADAPTER (2), CONNECTOR; CONNECTOR BODY, PLUG, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR BODY, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR, PLUG, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL; COVER, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; DUMMY CONNECTOR, PLUG; DUMMY CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE; INSERT, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; or a SHIELD, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR. It may be used for polarization. Its mounting facilities may include threads, press fit, or the like.

What is an Electrical Modular Plug Connector Body?

An Electrical Modular Plug Connector Body (CONNECTOR BODY,MODULAR PLUG,ELECTRICAL) is the main or principal part of a CONNECTOR, MODULAR PLUG, ELECTRICAL which includes insert(s) but does not include removable contact(s) and having one or more cavitites into which an INSERT MODULE, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR can be installed. It may have a hood or shell, a jackscrew and jacksocket, or other means for polarizing and aligning. It is not designed to be mounted on a bulkhead, chassis, panel or the like. Excludes CONNECTOR BODY, PLUG, ELECTRICAL. For items without inserts, see SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Modular Receptacle Connector Body?

An Electrical Modular Receptacle Connector Body (CONNECTOR BODY,MODULAR RECEPTACLE,ELECTRICAL) is the main or principal part of a CONNECTOR, MODULAR RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL which includes insert(s) but does not include removable contact(s) and having one or more cavities into which an INSERT MODULE, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR can be installed. It may have a hood or shell, a jackscrew and jacksocket, or other means for polarizing and aligning. It is designed to be mounted on a bulkhead, chassis, panel, wall, or the like. Excludes CONNECTOR BODY, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL. For items without inserts, see SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Modular Plug Connector?

An Electrical Modular Plug Connector (CONNECTOR,MODULAR PLUG,ELECTRICAL) is an electrical fitting with contacts and having one or more cavities into which an INSERT MODULE, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR can be installed. The insert modules may/may not be included with the item. The item is constructed to be affixed to the end of a cable, conduit, coaxial line, core, wire, or the like for convenience in joining with another electrical connector(s) or PRINTED WIRING BOARD. It is not designed to be mounted on a bulkhead, chassis, or the like. Excludes JACK, TELEPHONE; JACK, TIP; PLUG, TELEPHONE; PLUG, TIP; INSERT, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; INSERT MODULE, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; CONNECTOR BODY (as modified); CONNECTOR, PLUG, ELECTRICAL and SOCKET, PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS. See also LEAD ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL; WIRING HARNESS (as modified); and CABLE ASSEMBLY (as modified). For items without inserts, see SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Modular Receptacle Connector?

An Electrical Modular Receptacle Connector (CONNECTOR,MODULAR RECEPTACLE,ELECTRICAL) is an electrical fitting with contacts and having one or more cavities into which an INSERT MODULE, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR can be installed. The insert modules may or may not be included with the item. The item is constructed to be affixed to the end of a cable, conduit, coaxial line, cord, wire (includes printed/etched), PRINTED WIRING BOARD, or the like for convenience in joining with another electrical connector(s), or PRINTED WIRING BOARD. It is designed to be mounted on a bulkhead, chassis, panel, wall, PRINTED WIRNIG BOARD, or the like. Excludes LAMPHOLDER; JACK, TELEPHONE; JACK, TIP; INSERT, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; INSERT MODULE, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; CONNECTOR BODY (as modified); CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL and SOCKET, PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS. See also LEAD ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL; WIRING HARNESS (as modified); and CABEL ASSEMBLY (as modified). For items without inserts see SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Connector Insert Module?

An Electrical Connector Insert Module (INSERT MODULE,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is an insulating element with or without contacts which form a portion of an INSERT, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR but in itself is not a complete functioning insert. It is designed to fit into a CONNECTOR BODY, MODULAR PLUG, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR BODY, MODULAR RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR, MODULAR PLUG, ELECTRICAL; or CONNECTOR, MODULAR RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL. Excludes INSULATOR (1), DISK; INSULATOR (1). PLATE; TERMINAL (1), FEEDTRHU; and TERMINAL BOARD. See also connector (as modified); CONNECTOR BODY (as modified); and INSERT, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Connector Coupling Nut?

An Electrical Connector Coupling Nut (NUT,COUPLING,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is an item with internal threads and an integral seat, specifically designed to hold together mated electrical connector components.

What is a Connector Adapter Set?

A Connector Adapter Set (ADAPTER SET,CONNECTOR) is a grouping of items consisting of two or more ADAPTER, CONNECTOR. It may include a container or other facility for shipping and/or storage.

What is an Electrical Connector Bracket?

An Electrical Connector Bracket (BRACKET,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is a bracket designed to be attached to a supporting surface for the specific purpose of positioning and sustaining an electrical connector(s). Excludes BRACKET, ANGLE. See also PLATE, RETAINING, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Connector Cover And Shell?

An Electrical Connector Cover And Shell (COVER AND SHELL,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is an item consisting of a COVER, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR and a SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Connector Insert?

An Electrical Connector Insert (INSERT,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is an insulating element with or without contact(s) designed to fit into an ADAPTER (2), CONNECTOR; CONNECTOR BODY, PLUG, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR BODY, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL; CONNECTOR, PLUG, ELECTRICAL; or CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL forming an integral liner or seat. Excludes INSULATOR (1), DISK; INSULATOR (1) PLATE; TERMINAL (1), FEEDTHRU and TERMINAL BOARD. See also CONNECTOR (as modified); CONNECTOR BODY (as modified); and INSERT MODULE, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is an Electrical Connector Shell?

An Electrical Connector Shell (SHELL,ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR) is the outside case of one or more connectors into which the dielectric materials and contacts are assembled. Also includes shell for ADAPTER, CONNECTOR. See also SHIELD, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR and COVER, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

What is a Quick Disconnect Electrical Plug Adapter?

A Quick Disconnect Electrical Plug Adapter (ADAPTER,ELECTRICAL PLUG,QUICK DISCONNECT) is an item which attaches to or over a connector plug and provides the necessary mechanical accommodations for the quick connect and disconnect of two electrical connectors. It does not include dielectric materials or contacts. Excludes ADAPTER, CONNECTOR; COUPLING HALF, QUICK DISCONNECT and SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR. See also ADAPTER, ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE, QUICK DISCONNECT.

What is a Quick Disconnect Electrical Receptacle Adapter?

A Quick Disconnect Electrical Receptacle Adapter (ADAPTER,ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE,QUICK DISCONNECT) is an item which attaches to or over a connector receptacle and provides the necessary mechanical accommodations for the quick connect and disconnect of two electrical connectors. It does not include dielectric materials or contacts. See also ADAPTER, CONNECTOR; ADAPTER, ELECTRICAL PLUG, QUICK DISCONNECT; COUPLING HALF, QUICK DISCONNECT; and SHELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.

Connectors, Electrical - France (FR)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 5935

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 5935

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 59 Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 59 Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components

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NSN Format for Connectors, Electrical
Codified by France

59	35	14	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 5935 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 59, which is dedicated to Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components.

Specifically, NATO Supply Class 5935 focuses on Connectors, Electrical. Connectors are essential components used to establish electrical connections between different devices or components. They are designed to provide a secure and reliable connection, ensuring the proper transmission of electrical signals or power.

Connectors in this class can include a wide range of electrical connectors, such as:

1. Circular Connectors: These connectors have a circular shape and are commonly used in applications where a secure and robust connection is required. They are often used in military and aerospace equipment.

2. Rectangular Connectors: These connectors have a rectangular shape and are widely used in various industries, including telecommunications, automotive, and industrial equipment. They provide a reliable connection for multiple electrical contacts.

3. Coaxial Connectors: Coaxial connectors are used for transmitting high-frequency signals, such as in telecommunications and broadcasting applications. They have a central conductor surrounded by an insulating layer and an outer conductor, which provides shielding against interference.

4. Fiber Optic Connectors: Fiber optic connectors are used for transmitting data through optical fibers. They ensure precise alignment and connection of optical fibers, allowing for high-speed data transmission over long distances.

5. Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Connectors: These connectors are used to connect electronic components to a printed circuit board. They provide a reliable electrical connection and allow for easy installation and removal of components.

NATO Supply Class 5935 includes various types, sizes, and configurations of electrical connectors to meet the specific requirements of different applications. These connectors play a crucial role in the overall functionality and reliability of electrical and electronic equipment.

It's important to note that the NATO Supply Classification (NSC) system is used by NATO member countries to standardize the identification and classification of items for military purposes. The NSC system helps in inventory management, procurement, and logistics planning within NATO.

FSC 5935 Connectors, Electrical - France (FR)

Includes Plugs; Jacks; Receptacles, Electronic Component Sockets and Associated Accessories

Excludes Interconnectors, Fiber Optic

Note-Mounting hardware, included in classes of this group, includes such specially designed items as brackets, holders, retainers, etc. Excluded from classes in this group are such hardware items as screws (Class 5305), bolts (Class 5306), studs (Class 5307), washers (Class 5310), rivets (Class 5320), and other common items indexed to specific classes, other than in Group 59. The FSC indexes and structure will govern the classification of items used on or with mounting hardware cited above.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 5935

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