What is Federal Supply Class 5961?

FSC 5961 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 5961) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Semiconductor Devices and Associated Hardware.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 5961?

NSC 5961 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 5961 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Semiconductor Devices and Associated Hardware.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 5961 in?

FSC 5961 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 59 which contains Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 5961 in?

NSC 5961is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 59 which contains Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components.

What is a Semiconductor Device Rectifier?

A Semiconductor Device Rectifier (RECTIFIER,SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE) is two or more interconnected SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE (1), DIODE arranged in stack(s) for use in power supplies to change alternating current to direct current. For items containing material such as selenium or copper oxide, see RECTIFIER, METALLIC.

What is a Photo Semiconductor Device?

A Photo Semiconductor Device (SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,PHOTO) is a Semiconductor Device (1) which is responsive to visible or infrared radiant energy. May or may not include mounting hardware and/or heat sink. Excludes SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE (1), DIODE; SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE (1), THYRISTOR AND TRANSISTOR. For solid state devices which emit visible or infrared radiant energy, see LIGHT EMITTING DIODE.

What is a Transistor?

A Transistor is an active semiconductor device with three or more electrodes. May or may not include mounting hardware and/or heatsink. Excludes SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE, DIODE and SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE, THYRISTOR. For solid state devices which are responsive to visible or infrared radiant energy, see SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE, PHOTO.

What is a Diode Semiconductor Device?

A Diode Semiconductor Device (SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,DIODE) is a two electrode semiconductor device having an asymmetrical voltage - current characteristic. May or may not include mounting hardware and/or heatsink. Excludes LIGHT EMITTING DIODE and SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,PHOTO. For items containing material such as selenium and copper oxide, see RECIFIER, METALLIC.

What is a Semiconductor Device Set?

A Semiconductor Device Set is a grouping of two or more individual semiconductor devices, such as transistors, diodes, and photo semiconductor devices. It includes matched pairs. Excludes ABSORBER, OVERVOLTAGE; SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE ASSEMBLY. For interconnected items functioning as power supply rectifiers, see RECTIFIER, SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE.

What is a Semiconductor Device Holder?

A Semiconductor Device Holder (HOLDER,SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE) is an item designed to mechanically and electrically accommodate and position a SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE (as modified), installed in a coaxial line or waveguide system for use as a nonlinear circuit element microwave application. Excludes ADAPTER (as modified) and RETAINER, SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE.

What is a Thyristor Semiconductor Device?

A Thyristor Semiconductor Device (SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,THYRISTOR) is a bistable semiconductor device comprising three or more junctions which is normally a nonconductor until the application of a signal to a gate terminal, at which time the device switches to the conductive state. Includes devices capable of being switched back to the nonconductive state upon application of a different signal to the same or another gate terminal. May or may not include mounting hardware and/or heatsink. For solid state devices which are responsive to visible or infrared radiant energy, see SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE, PHOTO.

What is a Semiconductor Device Assembly?

A Semiconductor Device Assembly is a grouping of two or more semiconducting devices such as LIGHT EMITTING DIODE; SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE, DIODE; SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE, PHOTO; SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE, THYRISTOR; and/or TRANSISTOR mounted on a common mounting or mounted on each other. The devices must be separable and each item must be capable of functioning in accordance with its given name. For assemblies consisting of semiconducting devices permanently cased, encapsulated, or potted together to form a single unit, see RECTIFIER, SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE, UNITIZED and SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES, UNITIZED. Excludes SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE SET; MICROCIRCUIT ASSEMBLY; and MICROCIRCUIT SET. See also ABSORBER, OVERVOLTAGE.

What is a Semiconductor Device Retainer?

A Semiconductor Device Retainer (RETAINER,SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE) is an item primarily designed to position and/or restrain the movement of one or more semiconductor devices in their normal operating position. Excludes CLIP (1), ELECTRICAL; CLAMP (1), LOOP; HOLDER, SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE; HOLDER (1), CRYSTAL UNIT; RETAINER, CRYSTAL HOLDER; and STRAP, RETAINING. See also HEAT SINK, ELECTRICAL-ELECTRONIC COMPONENT and SOCKET, PLUG-IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS.

What is an Unitized Semiconductor Devices?

An Unitized Semiconductor Devices (SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES,UNITIZED) is two or more discrete semiconductor devices such as diode(s) and/or transistor(s), permanently cased, encapsulated, or potted together to form an inseparable unit. Excludes devices having one or more components other than semiconductor devices. The individually distinct devices forming the unit may be internally connected. The unit in itself does not perform a complete specific function and cannot be assigned a more definite item name. It may include or consist of inseparable matched pairs. May or may not include mounting hardware and/or heatsink. For interconnected items arranged in stack(s), see RECTIFIER, SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE. For items formed on or within a semiconductor material substrate, formed on an insulating substrate or formed on a combination of both of these types, see MICROCIRCUIT (as modified). Excludes NETWORK (as modified); ABSORBER, OVERVOLTAGE; SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE SET; and SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE ASSEMBLY. Do not use if more specific name applies.

What is an Unitized Semiconductor Device Rectifier?

An Unitized Semiconductor Device Rectifier (RECTIFIER,SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,UNITIZED) is two or more diode semiconductor devices designed to function as a unit in changing alternating current to direct current. The diode devices are internally connected in series, and are permanently cased, encapsulated, potted, or molded together to form an inseparable unit. These units may be designed as either half-wave or full-wave rectifiers and may be mounted to form either single phase or three phase bridges. For interconnected items arranged in stack(s), see RECTIFIER, SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE. For items fabricated in the form of a monolithic or thin film structure that perform the function of a circuit, see INTEGRATED CIRCUIT (as modified). Excludes SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES, UNITIZED; SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE ASSEMBLY; and RECTIFIER NETWORK, UNITIZED.

Semiconductor Devices and Associated Hardware - France (FR)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 5961

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 5961

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

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

Items Managed by France (FR) - NCB is 14

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NSN Format for Semiconductor Devices and Associated Hardware
Codified by France

59	61	14	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 5961 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 59, which is dedicated to Electrical And Electronic Equipment Components.

Specifically, NATO Supply Class 5961 focuses on Semiconductor Devices And Associated Hardware. Semiconductor devices are electronic components made from semiconductor materials, such as silicon or germanium, that have the ability to control the flow of electrical current. These devices are widely used in various electronic systems and play a crucial role in modern technology.

Associated hardware refers to the additional components or accessories that are used in conjunction with semiconductor devices. This can include items such as connectors, sockets, heat sinks, mounting hardware, and other related components.

The purpose of NATO Supply Class 5961 is to provide a standardized classification system for semiconductor devices and their associated hardware within the NATO inventory management system. This classification helps to ensure efficient procurement, storage, and distribution of these items among NATO member countries.

By categorizing semiconductor devices and associated hardware under NATO Supply Class 5961, it becomes easier for NATO member countries to identify, track, and manage these specific types of electrical and electronic equipment components. This classification system also facilitates interoperability and compatibility among different NATO forces, as they can easily identify and procure the required semiconductor devices and associated hardware for their electronic systems.

In summary, NATO Supply Class 5961 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 59 that focuses on Semiconductor Devices And Associated Hardware. It provides a standardized system for categorizing and managing these components within the NATO inventory management system, ensuring efficient procurement and distribution among NATO member countries.

FSC 5961 Semiconductor Devices and Associated Hardware - France (FR)

Includes Semiconductor Assemblies; Semiconductor Diodes; Semiconductor Rectifiers, Semiconductor Thyristors; Transistors; Unitized Semiconductors; Associated Hardware except Sockets.

Excludes Microcircuits; Optoelectronic 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.

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