NEC America · Electronic Components
23C438-40S15
Capacitor, Variable, Air Dielectri
Part Number23C438-40S15
ManufacturerNEC America
AvailabilityAvailable to order — request a quote
Specifications
NSN5910-01-041-7996 (NSN)
Federal Item NameCAPACITOR,VARIABLE,AIR DIELECTRI
Federal Supply Class5910 — Capacitors
Shaft TypeROUND, SLOTTED SINGLE SHAFT
Bushing ShapeROUND
Tuning CharacteristicSTRAIGHT LINE CAPACITY SINGLE SECTION
Body Length29.3 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL
Nonderated Operating Temp-55.0 CELSIUS MINIMUM AND 85.0 CELSIUS MAXIMUM
Terminal Type And Quantity1 TURRET AND 1 TAB, SOLDER LUG
Shaft Length7.9 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL SINGLE SHAFT
Adjustment Device Torque100.000 CENTIMETER-GRAMS MINIMUM AND 400.000 CENTIMETER-GRAMS MAXIMUM
Insulation Dc Resistance At 25 Deg500.0 MEGOHMS
Overall Height15.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL
Overall Width11.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL
Vendor Part Numbers0-013
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 23C438-40S15 available?
We can source 23C438-40S15 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 23C438-40S15 by NEC America obsolete or end-of-life?
We specialize in obsolete, end-of-life, and discontinued components. If 23C438-40S15 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 23C438-40S15?
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 23C438-40S15?
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.