Summary
Damper diode used in the horizontal output stage of television receivers.
6.3 V indirectly heated cathode.
The damper diode recovers the energy stored in the horizontal deflection coils during flyback. This boosts the supply voltage to the output stage, hence it is also called the booster diode.
Manufacturer: AWV, Sydney NSW
Physical Description
Tubular glass bulb with top exhaust tip on octal base with 5 pins present.
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Unknown Acquisition Method from Unknown Source
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Manufacturer
Amalgamated Wireless Valve Co Pty Ltd (AWV), Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1960-1965
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Inscriptions
Bulb: 6AU4/GTA/(AWV logo)
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Overall Dimensions
92 mm (Length), 32 mm (Outside Diameter)
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