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RX21A

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RX21A is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Half-wave mercury vapor rectifier). Recorded specifications: brand Eimac, construction Rectifier, socket 5-pin, and maximum plate voltage 11000 V. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandEimac
ClassHalf-wave mercury vapor rectifier
Base5-pin

Construction

Primary TypeRectifier
Rectifier TypeMercury Vapor
EnvelopeGlass
SectionsSingle

Filament / Heater

MaterialCoated, shielded ribbon
Warm-up Time30s

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Rectifier15 V———750 mA

Application Notes

The RX21A must be mounted vertically, base down. Adequate air circulation is required. Condensed mercury temperature should be maintained at 40 degrees plus or minus 5 degrees C. R-f filtering and shielding may be necessary in high-frequency fields.

Datasheets

Datasheet: RX21A.pdf

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Datasheets courtesy of Frank Philipse via Frank's Electron Tube Data Sheets.

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    Absolute Maximum Ratings

    Plate Voltage11000 V
    Cathode Current750 mA

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Shielded ribbon filament
    • Edgewise-wound
    • Large emission reserve
    • Long life
    • Low applied voltage conduction