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309A
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BrandWestern Electric
ClassVoltage amplifier, variable-mu pentode
BaseSpecial / none
Filament10 V @ 320 mA
Construction
Primary TypePentode
EnvelopeST-12
Base MaterialSmall five-pin with silver-plated pins
SectionsSingle
Filament / Heater
Heater NotesDirect-current heater supply may be required for exceptionally low tube noise in audio-frequency applications.
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Plate Voltage250 V
Grid 2 Voltage75 V
H-C Voltage150 V
Audio Performance
Key Features
- Variable-mu
- Low noise
- Internal suppressor-to-cathode connection
- Silver-plated pins
- Top cap control-grid terminal
- Minimize microphonic noise
Typical Operation
| Mode | Plate V | Gm (µmhos) | Rp (Ω) | µ | Plate mA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typical Operation 1 | 135 V | 1090 | 700000 | 760 | 4.75 mA |
| Typical Operation 2 | 180 V | 1100 | 1000000 | 1100 | 4.8 mA |
| Maximum Operating Conditions | 250 V | 1110 | 1300000 | 1450 | 4.85 mA |
Application Notes
Especially designed to minimize audio-frequency disturbances. Used in audio-frequency voltage amplifiers with volume control via grid bias adjustment and RF voltage amplifiers.
Datasheets
Datasheet: 309A.pdf
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Datasheets courtesy of Frank Philipse via Frank's Electron Tube Data Sheets.
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