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228A

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228A is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Filamentary water-cooled triode). Recorded specifications: brand Western Electric, construction Triode, socket Special / none, maximum plate voltage 6000 V, and maximum plate dissipation 5000 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandWestern Electric
ClassFilamentary water-cooled triode
BaseSpecial / none

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
EnvelopeWater-cooled
Sections1

Filament / Heater

MaterialTungsten

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage6000 V

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Average Characteristics5000 V6500250016900 mA
Class A Audio Amplifier (1)5000 V—5000—850 mA
Class A Audio Amplifier (2)6000 V—7500—800 mA

Application Notes

The tube should be mounted only in a vertical position with the anode end down. Distilled water is recommended for the cooling system. Provision should be made to safeguard against applying filament and plate voltages before cooling water is circulating.

Datasheets

Datasheet: 228A.pdf

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

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    Plate Dissipation
    5000 W
    Cathode Current1500 mA

    Audio Performance

    Typical THD5%
    Power Output285 W
    Key Features
    • Water-cooled anode
    • Tungsten filament
    • May be used as audio amplifier or RF oscillator
    Class C RF Power Amplifier6000 V———1250 mA