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285A

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BrandWestern Electric
ClassPentode
BaseSpecial / none
Filament2 V @ 1.6 mA

Construction

Primary TypePentode
EnvelopeGlass
Base MaterialMedium, five-pin base with bayonet pin
SectionsSingle

Filament / Heater

Heater NotesDesigned to operate on a voltage basis; AC or DC.

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage250 V
Grid 2 Voltage200 V
Cathode Current12.5 mA
H-C Voltage90 V

Audio Performance

Power Output1.85 W
Key Features
  • Low-power suppressor-grid pentode
  • Indirectly heated cathode
  • Suppressor-grid permanently connected to cathode
  • Small metal cap control-grid terminal

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Recommended 1135 V8601400001207.5 mA
Recommended 2180 V8801530001358.8 mA
Maximum Operating Condition250 V102013700014012.4 mA

Application Notes

Audio-frequency amplifier where power outputs of approximately one watt or less are required.

Datasheets

Datasheet: 285A.pdf

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

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