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LD 5

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LD 5 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Sendetriode). Recorded specifications: brand Telefunken, construction Triode, socket Special / none, maximum plate voltage 500 V, and maximum plate dissipation 25 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandTelefunken
ClassSendetriode
BaseSpecial / none
Filament12.6 V @ 0.24 mA

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
SectionsSingle

Filament / Heater

Heater NotesSeries heating of two tubes permissible. A resistor of 53 Ohms + 5% can be used as a replacement.

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage500 V
Plate Dissipation

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
CW Self-excited (35 cm)300 V12000—15.4100 mA
CW Self-excited (40 cm)430 V12000——100 mA
CW Driven (>2 m)500 V12000——100 mA

Application Notes

Temp of bulb must not exceed 300C; socket cap must stay below 140C. Forced air cooling required in closed housings.

Datasheets

Datasheet: LD5.pdf

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

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    25 W
    Grid 1 Voltage-200 V
    Cathode Current100 mA

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Decimeter wave operation down to 35 cm
    • Self-excitation and pulse capabilities
    • Air cooling required at full load