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TBL 12/40 vacuum tube outline illustration

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TBL 12/40

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TBL 12/40 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Triode). Recorded specifications: brand Philips, construction Triode, base Metal, socket Special / none, maximum plate voltage 13000 V, and maximum plate dissipation 15000 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandPhilips
ClassTriode
BaseSpecial / none

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
EnvelopeGlass and Metal (Forced Air Cooled)
Base MaterialMetal
SectionsSingle

Filament / Heater

MaterialThoriated tungsten

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
R.F. class C telegraphy12000 V250001320334500 mA
R.F. class C anode modulation10000 V———3500 mA

Application Notes

Used as R.F. or A.F. amplifier or oscillator. For frequencies higher than 4 Mc/s, specific grid lead connection is required to ensure uniform R.F. current distribution.

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    Plate Voltage13000 V
    Plate Dissipation15000 W
    Grid 1 Voltage-1500 V
    Cathode Current4800 mA

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Forced air cooling
    • Direct heating
    • Thoriated tungsten filament
    • High power R.F. oscillator/amplifier