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812A

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812A is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Power Triode). Recorded specifications: brand RCA, year 1963, construction Triode, base Micanol, socket 4-pin, maximum plate voltage 1500 V, and maximum plate dissipation 65 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandRCA
ClassPower Triode
Base4-pin

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
EnvelopeST19
Base MaterialMicanol
Sections1

Filament / Heater

MaterialThoriated Tungsten

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
AF Power Amplifier - Class B (CCS)1250 V——29260 mA
AF Power Amplifier - Class B (ICAS)1500 V——29310 mA
RF Power Amplifier - Class C Telegraphy (CCS)1250 V—300029

Application Notes

When used in the final amplifier of a transmitter designed for break-in operation and oscillator keying, a small amount of fixed bias must be used to maintain the plate current at a safe value.

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    Plate Voltage
    1500 V
    Plate Dissipation65 W
    Grid 1 Voltage-200 V
    Cathode Current175 mA

    Audio Performance

    Power Output340 W
    Key Features
    • Thoriated Tungsten Filament
    • High-mu Triode
    • Push-Pull AF or RF service
    • Self-rectifying oscillator support
    140 mA