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252A

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BrandWestern Electric
ClassModerate-power filamentary triode
BaseSpecial / none

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
EnvelopeGlass
Base MaterialMedium four-pin thrust base
Sections1

Filament / Heater

MaterialThoriated Tungsten

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage500 V
Grid 1 Voltage10 V
Cathode Current90 mA

Audio Performance

Power Output8 W
Key Features
  • Moderate-power filamentary triode
  • Audio-frequency amplifier
  • Oscillator
  • Modulator

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Typical (300V)300 V225023005.0819 mA
Typical (400V)400 V310016505.1244 mA
Typical (450V)450 V345015005.1460 mA

Application Notes

When alternating current is used for heating the filament, the grid and plate returns should be connected to a center tap on the secondary of the filament transformer. For horizontal mounting, the plane of the filament should be vertical.

Datasheets

Datasheet: 252A.pdf

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

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    Maximum Operating Condition500 V345015005.1258 mA