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GL-833-A vacuum tube outline illustration

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GL-833-A

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GL-833-A is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Transmitting Triode). Recorded specifications: brand General Electric, construction Triode, base None, socket Special / none, maximum plate voltage 4000 V, and maximum plate dissipation 450 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandGeneral Electric
ClassTransmitting Triode
BaseSpecial / none

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
EnvelopeGlass
Base MaterialNone
SectionsSingle

Filament / Heater

MaterialThoriated Tungsten

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Class B Audio-Frequency (Two Tubes) - CCS3000 V——35750 mA
Class B Audio-Frequency (Two Tubes) - ICAS Forced Air4000 V——35900 mA
Class C Radio-Frequency Power Amplifier (Key-down) - CCS3000 V——

Application Notes

The tube can be operated in Class C telegraph service with maximum input of 2000 watts at frequencies as high as 30 megacycles, and with reduced input up to 75 megacycles. Forced-air cooling (40 cfm) is required for high-input ICAS conditions to keep bulb temperature below 145 C.

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    Plate Voltage
    4000 V
    Plate Dissipation450 W
    Grid 1 Voltage-500 V
    Cathode Current600 mA

    Audio Performance

    Power Output2700 W
    Key Features
    • High-mu transmitting tube
    • High perveance
    • Post terminals
    • Sturdy structure
    • Short internal leads
    • High efficiency at high frequencies
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    415 mA