Summary
Damper diode used in the horizontal output stage of television receivers. Manufacturer: AWV, Sydney NSW
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.
Physical Description
Tubular glass bulb on short octal base; 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), York Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1960-1965
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Inscriptions
Bulb: 6AX4/GT Base: Super/RADIOTRON/(AWV logo)/MADE IN/AUSTRALIA
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Overall Dimensions
89 mm (Length), 32 mm (Outside Diameter)
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