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5820 vacuum tube outline illustration

Tube-number record

5820

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5820 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Image Orthicon Camera Tube). Recorded specifications: brand Toshiba, construction Display / CRT, base Plastic/Metal, socket Diheptal, and maximum plate voltage 1350 V. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandToshiba
ClassImage Orthicon Camera Tube
BaseDiheptal
Filament6.3 V @ 600 mA

Construction

Primary TypeDisplay / CRT
EnvelopeGlass
Base MaterialPlastic/Metal
SectionsImage, Scanning, Multiplier

Filament / Heater

Heater NotesAC or DC

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Standard Image Orthicon Operation1250 V———0.03 mA

Application Notes

Suitable for both studio and outdoor pickups at low light levels. Interchangeable with RCA 5820. Target temperature must be maintained above 40C to prevent sticking pictures.

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    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Special Toshiba target glass for higher temperature operation
    • Reduced burning for longer service life
    • Higher resolution capability
    • High sensitivity photocathode
    • Five-stage secondary electron multiplier