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Power - Tetrode (NOT beam) vacuum tubes

Power - Tetrode (NOT beam) records in Tube Tinker cover 179 tube designations, including 426 preserved original datasheets. Compare bases, sockets, heater requirements, construction, exact variations, and directional replacement options.

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Tube records
179
Original datasheets
426
Variation families
13
Tubes with alternatives
6

About Power - Tetrode (NOT beam) tubes

Tubes of this type must a power tetrode section which takes priority. The max plate watt rating must be over 10 watts and less than 100 watts. Qualification also says that this tube did NOT qualify as "HorizontalSweep" or "VerticalSweep"

Electrical range

Nominal heater voltage
1.35–120 V
Nominal heater current
0.09–2,275 A

Common power - tetrode (not beam) characteristics

These are the most frequently recorded attributes among tubes in this category.

Bases

  • B9G2
  • 5C1
  • 6AM1
  • 8AV1
  • 9NV1
  • 9V1
  • E9-11

Sockets

  • IO12
  • B9A8
  • B8G6
  • UX44
  • SEPTAR73
  • B4A2
  • B7A2
  • G9K2

Constructions

  • Tetrode139
  • Tetrode-Tetrode35
  • Diode-Tetrode2
  • BeamTetrode1
  • Rectifier-Tetrode1
  • Tetrode-Triode1

Power - Tetrode (NOT beam) tube list

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  • 117P7GT

    Rectifier-Tetrode

    Brimar combination tube containing a rectifier section and a power tetrode, using a 117 V series heater. It integrates rectification and output amplification in one envelope for compact mains-powered equipment.

    Base
    8AV
    Socket
    IO
    Heater
    117 V
    Sections
    2
  • 11E13

    Tetrode-Tetrode

    Indirectly heated double high-frequency tetrode, internally neutralized for push-pull amplification to approximately 225 MHz. Two tetrode sections provide balanced RF power amplification in one envelope.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    B9A
    Heater
    12.6 V
    Sections
    2
  • 11E15

    Tetrode-Tetrode

    Internally neutralized double high-frequency tetrode designed for push-pull amplification or frequency-tripler service to approximately 500 MHz. Two RF tetrode sections share one envelope.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    12.6 V
    Sections
    2
  • 11E16

    Tetrode-Tetrode

    Internally neutralized double high-frequency tetrode with center-tapped heater, designed for push-pull amplification or frequency-tripler service to approximately 600 MHz.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    12.6 V
    Sections
    2
  • 12EM6

    Diode-Tetrode

    Combined detector diode and power tetrode sharing a common cathode. The tetrode is designed for low-voltage power amplification directly from an automotive battery, while the diode provides signal detection.

    Base
    9NV
    Socket
    B9A
    Heater
    12.6 V
    Sections
    2
  • 254A

    Tetrode

    Western Electric thoriated-tungsten transmitting tetrode rated for Class-B RF service with approximately 10 W catalog output. Designed for radio-frequency power amplification.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    MEDIUM4BAYONET
    Heater
    5 V
    Sections
    1
  • 254B

    Tetrode

    Western Electric thoriated-tungsten transmitting tetrode rated for Class-B RF service with approximately 12.5 W catalog output. Designed for radio-frequency power amplification.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    MEDIUM4BAYONET
    Heater
    7.5 V
    Sections
    1
  • 282A

    Tetrode

    Air-cooled transmitting tetrode designed for Class-B RF service. Its construction and operating ratings support radio-frequency power amplification in transmitter equipment.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    J4
    Heater
    10 V
    Sections
    1
  • 305A

    Tetrode

    Air-cooled transmitting tetrode designed for Class-B RF service. Its power construction supports professional radio-frequency amplification rather than receiving-type operation.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    10 V
    Sections
    1
  • 350A

    Tetrode

    Western Electric air-cooled heater-cathode transmitting tetrode designed for RF power service. Its construction supports professional radio-frequency amplifier operation.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    UY5
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 367A

    Tetrode

    Western Electric air-cooled heater-cathode tetrode designed for RF power service. Manufacturer documentation identifies it as a transmitting-class radio-frequency output device.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    IO
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 3D21

    Tetrode

    High-vacuum beam-power tube designed primarily for blocking-oscillator and pulse-modulator service, also usable as a deflection amplifier where short high-power pulses are required.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    IO
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 3D21A-B

    Tetrode

    3D21A-B power - tetrode (not beam) electronic tube specifications and datasheets.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 3D23

    Tetrode

    Lewis Electronics 3D23 directly heated thoriated-tungsten multi-electrode RF transmitting power tube, provisionally classified as a tetrode, with 6.3 V 3 A filament and Class C output around 130 W.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 3D24

    Tetrode

    High-efficiency air-cooled transmitting tetrode designed for VHF RF power service, providing substantial output at high radio frequencies.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    B8G
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4045A

    Tetrode

    Coplanar-grid power tetrode published under the 4045A designation. Its specialized grid geometry supports high-frequency power operation in professional electronic equipment.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    B5
    Heater
    5 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4260A

    Tetrode

    Standard Valves directly heated tetrode with published operating data. Its filamentary construction and power ratings support output-stage service rather than ordinary small-signal amplification.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    UX4
    Heater
    10 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4278A

    Tetrode

    Standard Valves directly heated tetrode with manufacturer-published operating data. Its filamentary construction supports power-output applications in professional electronic equipment.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    10 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4282B

    Tetrode

    Standard Valves directly heated tetrode with published electrical and operating data. Its power construction supports output-stage service rather than receiving-type small-signal amplification.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    UX4
    Heater
    10 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4282BZ

    Tetrode

    Standard Valves directly heated tetrode variant with manufacturer-published operating data. Its filamentary construction supports power-output applications in professional equipment.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    UX4
    Heater
    10 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4305A

    Tetrode

    Standard Valves directly heated tetrode with published operating data. Its power-capable construction is intended for output-stage service rather than ordinary voltage amplification.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    UX4
    Heater
    10 V
    Sections
    1
  • 46

    Tetrode

    Directly heated dual-grid power-amplifier tetrode designed especially for Class-B audio-output service. Its filamentary construction provides substantial low-frequency power in push-pull amplifier stages.

    Base
    5C
    Socket
    UX5
    Heater
    2.5 V
    Sections
    1
  • 465A

    Tetrode

    Fast-heating thoriated-tungsten transmitting tetrode designed for mobile RF service. Its rapid warm-up supports radio-frequency power equipment requiring quick availability.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    SEPTAR5
    Heater
    6 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4CN15A

    Tetrode

    Metal-ceramic RF power tetrode designed for CW and low-duty pulse amplification, oscillator operation, and single-sideband linear amplification. Its compact professional construction supports versatile transmitting service.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4CS100L

    Diode-Tetrode

    Eimac metal-ceramic quick-heating power tetrode with a built-in control diode for portable and mobile transmitters. The integrated diode permits rapid operation with minimal auxiliary circuitry.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    2.1 V
    Sections
    2
  • 4PR60A

    Tetrode

    High-vacuum pulse tetrode rated around 20 kV plate voltage and 18 A peak current, capable of approximately 300 kW pulse output for modulator service.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    26 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4PR60B

    Tetrode

    Eimac 8252 high-vacuum pulse-modulator tetrode for inductive or resistive loads, rated around 20 kV DC and 18 A peak plate current.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    26 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4PR60C

    Tetrode

    Eimac 8252W high-vacuum pulse-modulator tetrode for inductive or resistive loads, optimized for powerful short-duration pulses at approximately 20 kV plate voltage.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    26 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4Y100A1N

    Tetrode

    Mazda transmitting tetrode providing roughly 110 W Class C RF output from a 750 V plate supply.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4Y100A1S

    Tetrode

    Mazda RF power tetrode designed for transmitting service to approximately 60 MHz.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4Y100D

    Tetrode

    Dual transmitting tetrode assembly whose parallel sections can produce approximately 220 W Class C RF output.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    12.6 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4Y100R

    Tetrode

    Mazda power tetrode for substantial power-amplifier and series-regulator applications.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    12.6 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4Y25

    Tetrode

    807-family transmitting tetrode for RF amplification, oscillator, modulator, and audio-frequency power service.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4Y50A1

    Tetrode

    Beam-power tetrode designed for high-frequency amplifier service, providing a power stage for RF applications.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4Y50A2

    Tetrode

    Indirectly heated transmitting tetrode for medium-power radio-frequency amplification.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4Y50D

    Tetrode

    Rugged dual beam tetrode intended for high-frequency amplifier and oscillator service, combining two power sections for demanding RF applications.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 4Y75R

    Tetrode

    Power tetrode for audio-frequency amplification and high-voltage series-regulator service.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 5894

    Tetrode-Tetrode

    High-frequency twin power tetrode for RF multiplier, amplifier, and modulator service, with transmitting ratings and forced-air or radiation cooling.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    SEPTAR7
    Heater
    12.6 V
    Sections
    2
  • 5895

    Tetrode-Tetrode

    Twin directly heated RF power tetrode for amplifier, oscillator, modulator, and frequency-multiplier service.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    2
  • 5D21

    Tetrode

    Heater-cathode pulse-amplifier tetrode designed for high-current pulse service, with a published peak anode-current rating of 15 amperes into a non-inductive load.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    B4A
    Heater
    26 V
    Sections
    1
  • 6019

    Tetrode

    Water-cooled grounded-grid UHF tetrode for kilowatt-class television power-amplifier and oscillator service.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1
  • 6079

    Tetrode

    Low-drive high-frequency transmitting tetrode for FM/AM RF amplifiers and screen-modulator stages.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    10 V
    Sections
    1
  • 6181

    Tetrode

    Forced-air-cooled UHF power tetrode.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    120 V
    Sections
    1
  • 6252

    Tetrode

    Twin high-frequency tetrode developed from the 832A for RF amplifier, frequency-multiplier, and modulator service. Its paired tetrode structure supports balanced high-frequency power circuits.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    12.6 V
    Sections
    1
  • 6252USN

    Tetrode

    U.S. Navy designation of the 6252 twin high-frequency tetrode, intended for RF amplifier, frequency-multiplier, and modulator service in military communications equipment.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    12.6 V
    Sections
    1
  • 6360

    Tetrode

    High-gain twin tetrode designed for Class-C amplifier, oscillator, and frequency-multiplier service. Its paired RF sections support compact high-frequency power generation and multiplication.

    Base
    E9-1
    Socket
    B9A
    Heater
    12.6 V
    Sections
    1
  • 6360A

    Tetrode

    High-gain twin tetrode for Class-C amplifier, oscillator, frequency-multiplier, and modulator service, rated to roughly 200 MHz at full input. Designed for versatile VHF power circuits.

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    12.6 V
    Sections
    1
  • 6848

    Tetrode

    Metal-ceramic four-electrode transmitting tetrode for grounded-grid RF power amplifier or oscillator service through approximately 800 MHz, with an integral forced-air-cooled anode radiator.

    Base
    9V
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Heater
    6.3 V
    Sections
    1