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GASEOUS DISCHARGE DIODE
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GASEOUS DISCHARGE DIODE is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Gas Noise Tube). Recorded specifications: brand Central Electronic, year 1958, construction Diode, and socket Special / none. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.
BrandCentral Electronic
ClassGas Noise Tube
BaseSpecial / none
Construction
Primary TypeDiode
EnvelopeGlass
Sections1
Filament / Heater
Warm-up Time3s
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Cathode Current250 mA
Audio Performance
Key Features
- C Band operation
- Broadband noise generation
- Filamentary type cathode
- Designed for RG-49/U or RG-50/U waveguide mounts
Typical Operation
| Mode | Plate V | Gm (µmhos) | Rp (Ω) | µ | Plate mA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noise Generation | 85 V | — | — | — | 250 mA |
Application Notes
Used at a 10 degree angle in the E plane of the waveguide. Broadband noise is limited only by the mount used.
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