National Item Identification Number
00-500-6941
005006941
5985-00-500-6941
5985005006941
National Stock Number
Item Name
ATTENUATOR,VARIABLE
Federal Supply Class
5985
Description
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).
Commercial and Government Entity Code (Supplier Data)
Reference Numbers (Part Numbers)
P278135-502
P278135-502SUB5
Required Categories
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