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212E

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212E is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Filamentary air-cooled triode). Recorded specifications: brand Western Electric, construction Triode, socket Special / none, maximum plate voltage 3000 V, and maximum plate dissipation 275 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandWestern Electric
ClassFilamentary air-cooled triode
BaseSpecial / none

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
EnvelopeGlass
SectionsSingle

Filament / Heater

MaterialThoriated tungsten

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage3000 V

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Average Characteristics2000 V8500190016—
Class A Audio Amplifier (1500V)1500 V———170 mA
Class A Audio Amplifier (1250V)1250 V———

Application Notes

May be used as an audio-frequency amplifier or modulator; or as a radio-frequency oscillator or amplifier. If mounted horizontally, the plane of the filament should be vertical.

Datasheets

Datasheet: 212E.pdf

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

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    Plate Dissipation275 W
    Cathode Current350 mA

    Audio Performance

    Typical THD5%
    Power Output50 W
    Key Features
    • Thoriated tungsten filament
    • Air-cooled
    • Large four-pin bayonet base
    • Impedance classifications (#1 to #4) for parallel operation
    200 mA
    Class B Audio Amplifier (2 tubes - 2000V)2000 V———300 mA
    Class B Radio-Frequency Amplifier2000 V———300 mA
    Class C Radio-Frequency Oscillator (Unmodulated)2000 V———300 mA
    Class C Radio-Frequency Amplifier (Plate Modulated)1500 V———300 mA