Tube-number record
5939
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BrandWestinghouse
ClassGas Switching Window Tube
BaseWaveguide
Construction
Primary TypeOther / special
EnvelopeMetal plate and gas-filled glass bulb
Base MaterialMetal
Sections1
Filament / Heater
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Plate Dissipation500 W
Audio Performance
Key Features
- Fixed tuned
- Broad-band pre-TR device
- Gas switching window
Typical Operation
| Mode | Plate V | Gm (µmhos) | Rp (Ω) | µ | Plate mA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Window | — | — | — | — | — |
Application Notes
The 5939 tube is a fixed tuned gas switching window for use in pulsed systems operating at frequencies in the 1300 megacycle region. A pair of these tubes constitutes a broad-band pre-TR device.