Part Details | SPARK GAP
5840-00-581-2170 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: PP1189, 5840-00-581-2170, 00-581-2170, 5840005812170, 005812170
| Supply Group (FSG) | NSN Assigned | NIIN | Item Name Code (INC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 | JAN 01, 1963 | 00-581-2170 | 00171 ( SPARK GAP ) |
REFERENCE DRAWINGS & PICTURES
Cross Reference | NSN 5840-00-581-2170
| Part Number | Cage Code | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|
| PP1189 | 80249 | BAE SYSTEMS INFORMATION ANDELECTRONIC SYSTEMS INTEGRATION INC. |
Technical Data | NSN 5840-00-581-2170
| Characteristic | Specifications |
|---|---|
| GAP TYPE | NONROTARY |
| ELECTRODE MATERIAL | TUNGSTEN |
| ADJUSTABILITY FEATURE | NOT INCLUDED |
| OVERALL DIAMETER | 0.500 INCHES NOMINAL |
| OVERALL LENGTH | 3.000 INCHES NOMINAL |
| MOUNTING CONFIGURATION | FERRULE TYPE MTG |
| END ITEM IDENTIFICATION | TYPE NO. T-603/TPS-28 |