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19CYP4

Nineteen-inch electrostatically focused, magnetically deflected direct-view CRT with an aluminized P4 screen. Designed for high-voltage monochrome picture service, its manufacturer documentation includes an X-ray radiation warning.

Directly heatedCold cathodeCommon cathodeDissimilarSpecialized
Sections
1
Base
8HR
Socket code
NEOEIGHTAR7
Base pins
8
Nominal heater
6.3 V / 600 mA

Description

19CYP4

The 19CYP4 is a 19-inch cathode ray tube designed with a 114-degree diagonal deflection angle. It features electrostatic focusing and magnetic deflection, utilizing a straight electron gun that does not require an ion trap. The tube is equipped with a metal-backed, aluminized screen containing P4 phosphor to provide a bright, high-contrast display.

Physical and Mechanical Characteristics

The 19CYP4 is constructed with a glass bulb designated as EIA J-149-A1. It features a JEDEC J1-21 Ultor recessed small cavity cap for high-voltage connection, which is aligned with pin position 4 within a tolerance of ±30 degrees. The tube utilizes a JEDEC B7-208 Small Button Neoeightar 7-pin base with an 8HR basing configuration.

Dimensions and Screen Area

The physical dimensions of the tube are highly compact relative to its screen size:

  • Overall Length: 10 7/8 ± 1/4 inches
  • Neck Length: 3 5/8 ± 1/8 inches
  • Greatest Diagonal: 18 5/8 ± 1/8 inches
  • Greatest Width: 16 13/32 ± 1/8 inches
  • Greatest Height: 13 11/32 ± 1/8 inches

The projected minimum useful screen dimensions are:

  • Diagonal: 17 9/16 inches
  • Horizontal Axis: 15 1/8 inches
  • Vertical Axis: 12 inches
  • Total Useful Area: 172 square inches

Optical Properties

The screen uses a P4-Aluminized phosphor. The light transmittance at the center of the faceplate is approximately 78%.

Electrical Connections and Pinout

The 19CYP4 uses the JEDEC 8HR basing arrangement. The pin assignments, viewed from the bottom of the base, are as follows:

Pin NumberConnection
Pin 1Heater
Pin 2Grid No. 1
Pin 3Grid No. 2
Pin 4Grid No. 4 (Focusing Electrode)
Pin 6Grid No. 1
Pin 7Cathode
Pin 8Heater
CapUltor (Grid No. 3, Grid No. 5, Collector)

Note that Grid No. 1 is connected to both Pin 2 and Pin 6.

Heater and Capacitance Ratings

The heater is designed for a nominal voltage of 6.3 V, with a Design-Maximum range of 5.7 V to 6.9 V. Under nominal operation, the heater draws a current of 600 ± 30 mA. The heater has a controlled warm-up time of 11 seconds.

Direct Interelectrode Capacitances

  • Cathode to all other electrodes: Approximately 5 µµF
  • Grid No. 1 to all other electrodes: Approximately 6 µµF
  • External conductive coating to Anode: 1,000 µµF minimum to 1,500 µµF maximum

Operating Ratings and Typical Conditions

The 19CYP4 operates under the Design-Maximum System. The operating limits and typical grid-drive service conditions are detailed below.

Design-Maximum Ratings

  • Anode Voltage: 15,000 V minimum to 23,000 V maximum
  • Grid No. 4 (Focusing Electrode) Voltage: -500 V to +1000 V
  • Grid No. 2 Voltage: 200 V minimum to 550 V maximum
  • Grid No. 1 Voltage:
    • Maximum Negative DC Value: 154 V
    • Maximum Negative Peak Value: 220 V
    • Maximum Positive DC Value: 0 V
    • Maximum Positive Peak Value: 2 V
  • Heater-Cathode Voltage:
    • Heater negative with respect to cathode (during warm-up, ≤ 15 seconds): 450 V maximum
    • Heater negative with respect to cathode (after warm-up): 200 V maximum
    • Heater positive with respect to cathode: 200 V maximum

Typical Operating Conditions (Grid Drive Service)

All operating voltages are specified as positive with respect to the cathode:

  • Anode Voltage: 20,000 V DC
  • Grid No. 4 Voltage: 0 to +400 V DC (satisfactory focus is achieved at some value within this range)
  • Grid No. 2 Voltage: 400 V DC
  • Grid No. 1 Voltage: -36 to -94 V DC (required range for visual extinction of the focused raster)

Maximum Circuit Values

The maximum resistance in the Grid No. 1 circuit must not exceed 1.5 Megohms.

Deflection and Safety Considerations

Deflection Angles

The tube is designed for wide-angle magnetic deflection, with approximate deflection angles as follows:

  • Diagonal: 114°
  • Horizontal: 102°
  • Vertical: 85°

Safety Recommendations

Because of the high voltages and physical size of the tube, it is recommended to install a shatter-proof glass cover over the tube face. This cover serves a dual purpose, providing protection against potential implosions and offering shielding against x-ray radiation.

Socket description

Small-button Neoeightar 7-contact CRT base family

General specifications

Tube and section characteristics

Properties common to every published source and operating point.

Heater and base

Base
8HR
Socket code
NEOEIGHTAR7
Base pins
8
Nominal heater voltage
6.3 V
Nominal heater current
600 mA
Parallel heater voltage
-
Parallel heater current
-
Series capable
No

8HR - Terminal pinout

Electrical assignments shared by every tube using this base designation.

No verified pinout is recorded for this base designation.

Section ratings

1 physical section, each with unique specifications.

Section 1

Cathode Ray

X-ray radiationInterelectrode capacitances
Max plate voltage
23000 V
Max screen voltage
550 V
Rectifier max heater-cathode voltage
180 V

CRT anode and grid-2 maximum ratings are promoted from the printed ratings block; other CRT-specific focus/drive/deflection values are preserved in parameters.

Source-dependent data

Operating conditions by source

Each block preserves the test conditions and published values from one reference. Values from different sources are intentionally kept separate.

Data set 01

1956 National Video

Published operating points and test conditions from this source.

SECTION 1

Cathode Ray

Other

  • Typical Anode Voltage

    18000 V

  • Phosphor

    P4

Characteristic

  • Heater Voltage Nominal

    6.3 V

  • Heater Current Nominal

    600 mA

Capacitance

  • Cathode to All Other Electrodes Capacitance

    5 pF

    Approximate

  • Grid 1 to All Other Electrodes Capacitance

    6 pF

    Approximate