Aeromaritime Systembau · Electronic Components
179.640-8
Attenuator, Variable
Part Number179.640-8
ManufacturerAeromaritime Systembau
AvailabilityAvailable to order — request a quote
Specifications
NSN5985-01-164-7405 (NSN)
Federal Item NameATTENUATOR,VARIABLE
Federal Supply Class5985 — Antennas and Waveguides
Overall Attenuation Accuracy In De-0.20 TO 0.20
Overall Width5.590 INCHES NOMINAL
Overall Attenuation Range In Decib+0.0 TO 20.0
Application DesignTRANSMISSION LINE
Attenuation Variation MethodCONTINUOUS
Body StyleCOAXIAL TYPE
Overall Height5.160 INCHES NOMINAL
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio1.15
Coaxial Connector Series DesignatiWPM
Adjustment Device Type And Quantit1 KNOB
Frequency Range0.000 GIGAHERTZ MINIMUM AND 4.200 GIGAHERTZ MAXIMUM
RH Electronics, Inc. — independent stocking distributor since 1982.
Every shipment inspected on receipt · ISO 9001:2015 · ANSI/ESD S20.20 · ERAI member since 1998 · GIDEP participant
Every shipment inspected on receipt · ISO 9001:2015 · ANSI/ESD S20.20 · ERAI member since 1998 · GIDEP participant
Frequently asked
Is 179.640-8 available?
We can source 179.640-8 even if it isn't in our active stock list. As an independent distributor we reach inventory outside the franchise channel — including hard-to-find and obsolete parts. Send us a quote request.
Is 179.640-8 by Aeromaritime Systembau obsolete or end-of-life?
We specialize in obsolete, end-of-life, and discontinued components. If 179.640-8 has been discontinued, we can often source remaining stock or qualified alternates. Contact us with your quantity and target date.
How does RH Electronics verify parts like 179.640-8?
Every incoming shipment is inspected under our ISO 9001:2015 quality system — documentation, markings, and construction checked against known-good references. For deeper analysis, we direct work through accredited independent labs. We've been an ERAI member since 1998 and a GIDEP participant.
Can you find a cross-reference or alternate for 179.640-8?
Yes. Our team reads part numbers the way they were designed — decoding family, speed, temperature grade, package, and reliability level — to identify acceptable alternates when the exact part isn't available. Submit a quote request and we'll advise.