Specialized tube type
Specialized - Switching Tube vacuum tubes
Specialized - Switching Tube records in Tube Tinker cover 582 tube designations, including 1,033 preserved original datasheets. Compare bases, sockets, heater requirements, construction, exact variations, and directional replacement options.
- Tube records
- 582
- Original datasheets
- 1,033
- Variation families
- 18
- Tubes with alternatives
- 23
About Specialized - Switching Tube tubes
If the tube is described as a switching tube, transmit/receive etc. then apply this type.
Electrical range
- Nominal heater voltage
- 0–27 V
- Nominal heater current
- 0–1,800 A
Common specialized - switching tube characteristics
These are the most frequently recorded attributes among tubes in this category.
Bases
- B12E2
- B7G2
- Duodecal2
- Special 13-pin2
- 4CK1
- 4V1
- 6AR1
- 9AD1
Sockets
- B9A23
- UX415
- IO12
- B7G11
- B12A5
- SK1005
- B26A4
- B13B2
Constructions
- MicrowaveTRSwitch215
- SparkGapPulseSwitch85
- CounterSelectorSwitch37
- Tetrode37
- Thyratron37
- RelayControlSwitch33
- SurgeProtector33
- BeamSwitchingCommutator19
Specialized - Switching Tube tube list
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R59 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R-59 SparkGapPulseSwitch
The Russian R-59 is an uncontrolled protective discharge device designed to safeguard radio transmitters, receivers, and antenna-feeder equipment. It responds to lightning-induced surges and other transient overvoltages. Its spark-gap action diverts excessive electrical energy away from sensitive electronic circuits.
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R6 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R60 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R61 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R63 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R64 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R7 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R71 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R74 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R75 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R76 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R77 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark-gap device for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, or surge protection; specifications from Russian Spark Gap datasheet.
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R79 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark gap for surge protection or high-voltage pulse switching.
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R8 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark gap for surge protection or high-voltage pulse switching.
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R80 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark gap for surge protection or high-voltage pulse switching.
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R81 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark gap for surge protection or high-voltage pulse switching.
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R85 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark gap for surge protection or high-voltage pulse switching.
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R9 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark gap for surge protection or high-voltage pulse switching.
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RB2 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark gap for surge protection or high-voltage pulse switching.
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RB3 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark gap for surge protection or high-voltage pulse switching.
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RB5 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark gap for surge protection or high-voltage pulse switching.
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RE689 RelayControlSwitch
Electrostatic relay for electronic switching and control. Electrostatic force operates the sealed switching mechanism without a conventional electromagnetic relay coil.
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RI12 MechanicalVacuumSwitch
Dry reed switch for sealed mechanical switching. Magnetic actuation closes or opens reed contacts without gas-discharge or thermionic operation.
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RK715C Tetrode
Raytheon tetrode intended for pulse-modulator service, with transmitting-class maximum ratings. Its construction emphasizes substantial high-voltage pulsed power.
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- Heater
- 27 V
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RO69 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark gap for surge protection or high-voltage pulse switching.
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RO70 SparkGapPulseSwitch
Gas-discharge spark gap for surge protection or high-voltage pulse switching.
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RR1 MicrowaveTRSwitch
Microwave gas-discharge receiver-protection switch.
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RR140 MicrowaveTRSwitch
Microwave gas-discharge receiver-protection switch.
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RR141 MicrowaveTRSwitch
Microwave gas-discharge receiver-protection switch.
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RR142 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The Russian RR142 is an insertable microwave switching device intended for radar antenna switching circuits. Its metal-glass construction operates around 1.9 GHz. The device handles short high-power RF pulses and provides discharge switching for transmit-receive arrangements in specialized radar equipment.
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RR143 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The Russian RR143 is an insertable microwave switching device designed for antenna switching near 1.9 GHz. Its glass envelope provides controlled RF switching characteristics in specialized pulsed systems. It is intended for use where antenna-path isolation and recovery are important.
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RR151 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The RR151 is a Russian broadband microwave protection tube designed to protect radar detector circuits against transmitter pulses. Its metal construction operates around an 8.15-millimeter wavelength. The device handles high peak pulse energy and recovers rapidly to permit subsequent receiver operation.
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RR2 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The Russian RR2 is a resonant microwave transmit-receive protection device intended to shield radar receiver inputs from powerful transmitter pulses. Its metal-glass construction operates near 3 GHz and supports megawatt-class peak pulse handling with specified pulse duration, repetition frequency, and recovery characteristics.
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RR20 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The RR20 is a Russian resonant microwave protection tube intended for radar receiver-input isolation during high-power transmitter operation. Its metal-glass construction covers approximately 3.06–3.16 GHz. The discharge-switching system accommodates high peak pulse power while recovering afterward to permit reception.
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RR200 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The RR200 is a compact Russian high-Q resonant protection tube designed for radar receiver circuits operating around a 3.2-centimeter wavelength. Its glass construction handles substantial microwave transmitter pulses and provides rapid recovery. The device protects sensitive receiver components during radar transmission.
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RR23 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The RR23 is a Russian broadband microwave discharge switch intended for transmitter blocking in specialized radar and RF equipment. Its metal envelope supports operation near an 8.15-millimeter wavelength. The device accommodates short microwave pulses and recovers rapidly between switching events.
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RR3 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The Russian RR3 is a resonant microwave transmitter-receiver protection tube operating around 2.83 GHz. It is designed to isolate radar receiver inputs during high-power pulses. Its metal-glass construction and specified recovery characteristics allow receiver operation between successive transmissions.
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RR4 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The RR4 is a Russian resonant radar protection tube designed for receiver-input isolation in the approximately 2.67–2.78 GHz region. Its metal-glass envelope and controlled discharge characteristics accommodate high-power transmitter pulses. The device recovers after transmission so weak reflected signals can be received.
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RR49M MicrowaveTRSwitch
The Russian RR49M is a high-Q resonant microwave discharge tube developed to protect radar mixing detectors from transmitter pulses. Its metal construction operates around a 3.3-centimeter wavelength. It combines substantial peak pulse handling with the protective switching characteristics required by sensitive microwave receiver equipment.
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RR5 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The RR5 is a compact high-Q resonant protection tube designed for radar receiver inputs operating around 3 GHz. Its glass envelope and rapid recovery characteristics suit pulsed microwave systems. It protects sensitive receiving circuits against substantial transmitter energy during the transmission interval.
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RR51 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The RR51 is a Russian high-Q resonant microwave protection device for radar systems operating near a 10.2-centimeter wavelength. Its glass construction supports very high peak pulse power. The tube provides receiver protection during transmission and recovers afterward for radar echo reception.
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RR6 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The Russian RR6 is a compact high-Q resonant microwave discharge switch intended for transmitter blocking in specialized electronic equipment. Its glass envelope operates around a 3.2-centimeter wavelength. Controlled discharge behavior supports high peak pulse handling and short recovery intervals.
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RR81 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The RR81 is a Russian broadband microwave switching tube developed for radar antenna systems. Operating around 570 MHz, it protects the receiver from high-power transmitter pulses. Its metal construction provides the discharge-switching action needed to isolate receiving equipment during transmission.
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RR82 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The RR82 is a broadband radar transmit-receive protection tube operating near 570 MHz. Its metal-glass envelope is designed for substantial pulsed RF power. Used in radar antenna switching circuits, it isolates sensitive receiver components during transmitter operation and permits reception following recovery.
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RR83A MicrowaveTRSwitch
The RR83A is a Russian broadband microwave protection tube designed to shield mixing detectors from high-power transmitter pulses. Operating near a 3.3-centimeter wavelength, its metal construction supports rapid switching and short recovery time. It is intended for pulsed radar receiving systems.
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RR83A1 MicrowaveTRSwitch
The RR83A1 is a Russian broadband microwave discharge-protection tube designed for radar mixing-detector circuits. Its metal envelope operates in the approximately 3.1–3.5 centimeter wavelength range. The device handles short transmitter pulses and provides rapid recovery to restore receiver sensitivity.
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RT39 SparkGapPulseSwitch
The Russian RT39 is a controlled spark-gap switching device designed for high-voltage pulse commutation and overvoltage protection. Its metal-ceramic construction handles substantial instantaneous discharge currents. It is intended for specialized pulsed-power equipment where controlled switching of stored electrical energy is required.
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