Variable Attenuator

2831457-1

2831457-1
(NSN) National Stock Number
5985-00-004-1062
Federal Supply Classification
5985 Antennas, Waveguides and Related Equipment
Item Name Code
00838
Schedule B Code
8529109000
Summary

Transmission line application design, coaxial type body style, 3.670 inches nominal overall length, 3.848 inches nominal overall height, 3.130 inches nominal overall width, 0.300 inches nominal first flat length

DAC HCC DMIL RNCC
1 - - 3
RNVC SADC MSDS RNAAC
2 - - HD
Identification

A device for reducing the strength of an alternating current signal either continuously or in steps, without causing appreciable signal distortion, by maintaining substantially constant output and/or input impedance match. Continuously variable resistive devices must consist of at least two sections or one section with at least two rotating contacts. The item must have an overall attenuation rating. Includes tandem mounted variable resistors designed to function as an attenuator but whose terminals are not connected. See also resistor, vaiable (as modified).

INC FIIG Concept Condition
00838 A223A0 - 1
Specifications
Application Design
transmission line
Details The primary application for which the item is designed.
Body Style
coaxial type
Details The style designation indicating the configuration that most nearly corresponds to the appearance of the body.
Overall Length
3.670 inches nominal
Details The dimension measured along the longitudinal axis with terminated points at the extreme ends of the item.
Overall Height
3.848 inches nominal
Details The distance measured in a straight line from the bottom to the top of an item.
Overall Width
3.130 inches nominal
Details An overall measurement taken at right angles to the length of an item,in distinction from thickness.
First Flat Length
0.300 inches nominal
Details None.
Flat Height
0.215 inches nominal
Details None.
Shaft Diameter
0.250 inches nominal
Details The length of a straight line which passes through the center of a shaft,and terminates at the circumference.
Shaft Length
1.170 inches nominal
Details A measurement of the longest dimension of the shaft,in distinction from width.
Distance Between Mounting Facility Centers
1.250 inches nominal
Details The distance between mounting facility centers.
Operating Temp Range
-0.0 to 70.0 deg celsius
Details The minimum and maximum limits of temperature at which the item is rated for operation.
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
1.25
Details The ratio of the maximum to the minimum amplitude of pressure /voltage/ measured along the path of the waves.
Coaxial Connector Series Designation
bnc
Details A letter or group of letters used to designate the particular coaxial connector series.
Power Rating
400.0 milliwatts average
Details The amount of electrical energy that can be dissipated.
Mounting Facility Screw Thread Series Designator
unc
Details A designation distinguishing one group of screw thread diameter-pitch combinations from another by the number of threads per measurement scale for a specific diameter on the mounting facility.
Insertion Loss At Minimum Attenuation In Maximum Decibels
0.3
Details The mathematical relationship of power available at the load before and after addition of the item to the circuit,set to its lowest value of attenuation,expressed in maximum decibels.
Overall Attenuation Range In Decibels
+0.0 to 10.0
Details The overall limits of decrease of the amplitude ratio of a signal between the input and output of the item,expressed in decibels.
Attenuation Accuracy Reference Frequency
10.0 megahertz
Details The frequency at which the attenuation accuracy was measured.
Attenuation Variation Method
stepped
Details The means by which the attenuation can be varied from the minimum to the maximum setting.
Step Position Quantity
10
Details The number of intervals at which the item can be set.
Attenuation Per Step In Decibels
1.0
Details The amount of attenuation between adjacent steps,expressed in decibels.
Mounting Facility Type And Quantity
2 threaded hole
Details Indicates the type and number of facilities by which the item is mounted.
Frequency Range
10.000 megahertz minimum and 500.000 megahertz maximum
Details The minimum and maximum cyclic changes,per unit of time,for which an item is rated.
Overall Attenuation Accuracy In Decibels
-0.60 to 0.60
Details The overall limits of permissible variation in the attenuation accuracy from the nominal value at a specified frequency rating or range,expressed in decibels.
Mounting Thread Quantity
32 per inch
Details The number of mounting threads on the item measured on a line parallel to the thread axis,including incomplete threads.
Adjustment Device Type And Quantity
1 shaft
Details Indicates the type and number of facilities for adjusting the item.
Mounting Facility Pattern
two position in-line
Details The general configuration and relative position of the facilities provided for mounting the item.
Shaft Type
round, flatted
Details Indicates the type of shaft included on the item.
Mounting Facility Nominal Screw Thread Diameter
0.164 inches
Details The nominal length of a straight line which passes through the center of a coaxial cylinder which would bound the crest of an external thread or the root of an internal thread.
Impedance Rating In Ohms
50.0 input-output
Details The total opposition (resistive and reactive) to the flow of alternating current,expressed in ohms.
Terminal Type And Quantity
2 connector, coaxial, female
Details Indicates the type and number of terminals for providing electrical connection.
Material and Special Handling
Hazardous material, precious metals, criticality, and electrostatic discharge indicators.
HMIC PMIC ESD/EMI Criticality
P A - -
Freight
Universal / National Freight and Handling Information
UFC HMC LTL LCL
- - - -
RVC WCC TCC SHC
- - - -
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions for NSN 5985-00-004-1062
What is the NIIN of the NSN 5985-00-004-1062?
The National Item Identification Number (NIIN) of the NSN 5985-00-004-1062 is 00-004-1062
When the NSN 5985-00-004-1062 was assigned to the Federal Catalog?
It was assigned 52 years ago, on Sat, May 27, 1972
Does the NSN 5985-00-004-1062 contain any precious metals?
Does not contain precious metal
Does the NSN 5985-00-004-1062 contain any hazardous material?
No information in HMIRS

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