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4017-B

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4017-B is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Half Wave Mercury Vapour Rectifier). Recorded specifications: brand Standard valves, construction Rectifier, base Metal/Screw, socket Screw / Edison base, and maximum plate voltage 7000 V. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandStandard valves
ClassHalf Wave Mercury Vapour Rectifier
BaseScrew / Edison base

Construction

Primary TypeRectifier
Rectifier TypeHalf-wave
EnvelopeGlass
Base MaterialMetal/Screw
SectionsSingle

Filament / Heater

MaterialOxide coated filament (shielded)

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Circuit 2 (2 valves)2500 V———900 mA
Circuit 3 (4 valves)5000 V———900 mA
Circuit 4 (3 valves)3000 V———1200 mA

Application Notes

Important: This rectifier being directly heated, the output circuit must be connected to the mid-point of the filament transformer. For ambient temperatures 10°C - 15°C, heating time is 5 minutes.

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    Absolute Maximum Ratings

    Plate Voltage7000 V
    Cathode Current1500 mA

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Half wave
    • Hot cathode
    • Mercury vapour
    • Shielded filament
    • Constant current filament type
    • Directly heated
    Circuit 5 (6 valves)3000 V———2400 mA
    Circuit 6 (6 valves)6000 V———1500 mA