Smiths Tubular Systems-Laconia · Electronic Components
B-40173
Waveguide Assembly
Part NumberB-40173
ManufacturerSmiths Tubular Systems-Laconia
AvailabilityAvailable to order — request a quote
Specifications
NSN5985-00-295-8946 (NSN)
Federal Item NameWAVEGUIDE ASSEMBLY
Federal Supply Class5985 — Antennas and Waveguides
FlexibilityFLEXIBLE SINGLE TUBING SEGMENT
Flange Connecting Hole Diameter0.169 INCHES NOMINAL ALL FLANGES ALL CONNECTION FACILITIES
Precious Material And LocationTUBING INTERNAL SURFACE SILVER
Waveguide Inside Width0.900 INCHES NOMINAL
MaterialRUBBER SINGLE TUBING JACKET
Tubing Wall Construction StyleSEAMLESS SINGLE TUBING SEGMENT
Flange Connecting Facility And Qua4 UNTHREADED HOLE(S) ALL FLANGES ALL CONNECTION FACILITIES
Waveguide Length3.000 FEET NOMINAL
Waveguide Outside Width1.000 INCHES NOMINAL
Flange Outside Width1.625 INCHES NOMINAL ALL FLANGES
Flange Depth0.438 INCHES NOMINAL ALL FLANGES
Vendor Part NumbersCG-179/AU3FT0
Cancelled NSN5985-00-270-3165 (cancelled)
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 B-40173 available?
We can source B-40173 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 B-40173 by Smiths Tubular Systems-Laconia obsolete or end-of-life?
We specialize in obsolete, end-of-life, and discontinued components. If B-40173 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 B-40173?
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 B-40173?
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.