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Tube-number record

6498

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6498 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Cathode-Ray Storage Tube). Recorded specifications: brand Hughes Aircraft Company, construction Display / CRT, base Small-Shell Diheptal, socket Diheptal, and maximum plate voltage 6000 V. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandHughes Aircraft Company
ClassCathode-Ray Storage Tube
BaseDiheptal
Filament6.3 V @ 0.6 mA

Construction

Primary TypeDisplay / CRT
EnvelopeGlass
Base MaterialSmall-Shell Diheptal
SectionsDual Gun (Writing and Flood)

Filament / Heater

Heater NotesTwo heaters provided for unipotential cathodes, 0.6A per heater.

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Typical Operation (Flood Gun Cathode Ref)5000 V———0.3 mA

Application Notes

Power supplies should be of the limited-energy type. Resistance should be provided between electrodes and power supply outputs to limit short circuit currents.

Datasheets

Datasheet: 6498.pdf

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

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    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Bright Display
    • Direct-reading
    • Medium Persistence
    • Electrostatic Focus
    • Electrostatic Deflection