What is Federal Supply Class 5960?

FSC 5960 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 5960) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 5960?

NSC 5960 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 5960 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 5960 in?

FSC 5960 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 59 which contains Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 5960 in?

NSC 5960is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 59 which contains Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components.

What is an Electron Tube?

An Electron Tube is an inclosure, including two or more electrodes, in which a flow of electrons may occur through a vacuum or a contained gas. The electronic conduction takes place either by means of electrons emitted from a cathode or by ionization of the contained gas. Includes phototubes (photoemissive type only), Geiger-Mueller tubes, traveling wave tubes, cathode ray tubes and microwave tubes (Klystron, magnetron, or the like). Excludes items whose primary purpose is to produce light energy. Also excludes PHOTOELECTRIC CELL; and SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE (as modified).

What is an Electron Tube Shield?

An Electron Tube Shield (SHIELD,ELECTRON TUBE) is an item specifically designed to be placed partially or completely around an electron tube for the purpose of shielding against electrical or mechanical interference or physical damage. May include mounting facilities. See also COVER (as modified); HOUSING (as modified) and VISOR (as modified).

What is an Electron Tube Retainer?

An Electron Tube Retainer (RETAINER,ELECTRON TUBE) is an item specifically designed to restrain the movement of an electron tube when the latter is mounted in another item, normally a tube socket. Includes clamps, clips, and similar restraining devices specifically designed for this function.

What is an Electron Tube Shield Insert?

An Electron Tube Shield Insert (INSERT,ELECTRON TUBE SHIELD) is a metallic item specifically designed to be inserted into a SHIELD, ELECTRON TUBE and to contact the electron tube envelope for the purpose of dissipating heat by conduction to the tube shield.

Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware - Canada (CA)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 5960

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 5960

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

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

Items Managed by Canada (CA) - NCB is 20 or 21

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NSN Format for Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware
Codified by Canada

59	60	21	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 5960 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 59, which is dedicated to Electrical And Electronic Equipment Components.

Specifically, NATO Supply Class 5960 focuses on Electron Tubes And Associated Hardware. Electron tubes, also known as vacuum tubes or valve tubes, are electronic components that control the flow of electric current in a vacuum. They are used in a variety of applications, including amplification, rectification, and switching.

Associated hardware refers to the additional components and accessories that are used in conjunction with electron tubes. This can include items such as sockets, bases, connectors, mounting hardware, and other related parts.

The purpose of NATO Supply Class 5960 is to provide a standardized classification system for electron tubes and associated hardware, making it easier for NATO member countries to identify, procure, and maintain these components for their electrical and electronic equipment.

By organizing these items into a specific supply class, NATO ensures that member countries have a common understanding and terminology when it comes to electron tubes and associated hardware. This facilitates efficient communication, procurement, and logistics within the NATO alliance.

It's important to note that this classification system is specific to NATO member countries and is used primarily for military and defense-related purposes.

FSC 5960 Electron Tubes and Associated Hardware - Canada (CA)

Includes Rectifying Tubes; Photoelectric Tubes; Electron Vibrator Tubes.

Excludes Transistors; Tube Sockets; X-ray Tubes; Semiconductor Devices and Associated Hardware.

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 5960

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 5960

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