PCB 357M168 Accelerometers
ID: 80NSSC25898987QType: Special Notice
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

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Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

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COMBINATION AND MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENTS (6695)
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    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center is seeking to procure PCB 357M168 Accelerometers, which are critical for various aerospace applications. The procurement will be a sole source contract awarded to PCB PIEZOTRONICS, INC., as they are the only provider of this specific accelerometer, designed to operate under extreme temperature conditions and capable of withstanding significant shock. The accelerometers feature a wide operating temperature range, high insulation resistance, and a compact design, making them essential for reliable performance in demanding environments. Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to Tracy Bremer at tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov by 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on April 8, 2025, for consideration in this procurement process.

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    The government file outlines the specifications for the HT Accels, a miniature accelerometer designed for extreme temperature conditions. Key features include a wide operating temperature range from -67 to 1200 °F and a survivable limit of up to 1400 °F. It is equipped with a 10-foot hardline cable and a 10-32 coax jack connector. The accelerometer can withstand significant shock, rated at ±2000 g pk, and measures accelerations within a range of ±1000 g pk. It boasts an insulation resistance of at least 30 kOhm at high temperatures and a frequency response up to 10 kHz. Key design elements include a nickel alloy housing, ensuring durability, and a compact size (0.40 in height, 0.55 in length, and 0.50 in width) with a 5-40 female mounting thread. This file likely pertains to federal or state/local RFPs for advanced sensing technology, highlighting a need for reliable performance in demanding environments essential for various government applications.
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