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FW-204 vacuum tube outline illustration

Tube-number record

FW-204

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FW-204 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Direct View Storage Cathode-Ray Tube (IATRON)). Recorded specifications: brand ITT, year 1961, construction Other / special, and maximum plate voltage 12000 V. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandITT
ClassDirect View Storage Cathode-Ray Tube (IATRON)
Filament6.3 V @ 2100 mA

Construction

Primary TypeOther / special
EnvelopeGlass
SectionsWriting gun and flood gun

Filament / Heater

MaterialCathode
Warm-up Time60s
Heater NotesFlood Gun Heater: 2.1A; Writing Gun Heater: 0.6A

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Flood Section10000 V———0.6 mA
Write Section-2500 V———2 mA

Application Notes

The viewing screen voltage should be limited to 12 kV. Full voltage should not be applied instantaneously; an RC filter is recommended. Power supply should have a series resistance of at least 1 Megohm.

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    Absolute Maximum Ratings

    Plate Voltage12000 V

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Electromagnetically focused and deflected
    • Produces bright visual display on dark background
    • Viewable in direct daylight
    • Ability to write, store, and erase information at will
    • Concentric gun arrangement reduces distortion