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WL-5973A

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BrandWestinghouse
ClassHigh-Vacuum Rectifier
BaseSpecial / none

Construction

Primary TypeRectifier
EnvelopeGlass
Sections1

Filament / Heater

MaterialThoriated-Tungsten
Warm-up Time30s

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage75000 V
Plate Dissipation850 W
Cathode Current1250 mA

Audio Performance

Key Features
  • Ruggedized anode and filament support structures
  • Efficient thoriated-tungsten filament
  • Low tube-voltage-drop
  • Suitable for radar charging diode or limiter service

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Rectifier Service (40kV or less)40000 V———1250 mA
Rectifier Service (Above 40kV)75000 V———1000 mA
Tube Voltage Drop Test950 V———

Application Notes

Operation at voltages in excess of 16 kV may necessitate x-ray radiation shielding.

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