Summary
High voltage rectifier diode. This valve was produced in response to the need of local industry during World War II (1939-1945) for a high voltage rectifier for use in locally manufactured radar equipment.
2.5 volt directly heated cathode. Manufactured by Amalgamated Wireless Valve Company, Sydney, Australia
Physical Description
Large shouldered glass bulb with 4 pin UX style base. Top cap is missing. Mounted on display block.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Australia: Munitions Department, 02 May 1947
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Manufacturer
Amalgamated Wireless Valve Company, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1941-1945
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Inscriptions
Bulb: AV11 Base: D(broad arrow)D/AWA/V2/Radiotron/MADE IN AUSTRALIA/(excise mark 1 over 4) Display block: (text)
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Overall Dimensions
133 mm (Length), 51 mm (Outside Diameter)
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