Part Details | SPARK GAP
5840-00-581-2015 An item designed to act as a switching or triggering device by means of a disruptive discharge of electricity (a spark) between the electrodes. The insulation (usually air) between the electrodes is self-restoring after passage of the spark. For spark gaps used as a protective device, see ARRESTER, ELECTRICAL SURGE. For items with additional circuitry which perform complete modulation functions, see MODULATOR, RADAR.
Alternate Parts: 50342, 503-42, 50342, 503-42, 7003530P12, 7003530P12, 9159507, 5840-00-581-2015, 00-581-2015, 5840005812015, 005812015
| Supply Group (FSG) | NSN Assigned | NIIN | Item Name Code (INC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 | JAN 01, 1963 | 00-581-2015 | 00171 ( SPARK GAP ) |
REFERENCE DRAWINGS & PICTURES
Cross Reference | NSN 5840-00-581-2015
| Part Number | Cage Code | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|
| 503-42 | 73773 | GENERAL ELECTRIC COCONSTRUCTION MATERIALS DIVISION |
| 503-42 | 24446 | GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY |
| 7003530P12 | 24446 | GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY |
| 7003530P12 | 03538 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATIONDIV RMS |
| 9159507 | 18876 | U S ARMY AVIATION AND MISSILECOMMAND |
Technical Data | NSN 5840-00-581-2015
| Characteristic | Specifications |
|---|---|
| GAP TYPE | NONROTARY |
| ELECTRODE MATERIAL | TUNGSTEN |
| ADJUSTABILITY FEATURE | NOT INCLUDED |
| OVERALL DIAMETER | 0.891 INCHES NOMINAL |
| OVERALL LENGTH | 0.515 INCHES NOMINAL |
| MOUNTING CONFIGURATION | FRICTION MOUNTED |
| FSC APPLICATION DATA | RADAR SET,EXCEPT AIRBORNE |