Re: 833A VTTC basic question from beginner

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Original poster: dhmccauley-at-spacecatlighting-dot-com 


Seems like you are getting more cryptic answers that you thought.
The 833A tube simply put acts like a switch.
Simple as that.

Dan


 > Very basic question please:
 > What function/functions does the 833A or similar Tube actually perform?
 > Thank you
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 > The tube with the primary tank circuit functions as a class-C RF
 > oscillator. For theory of operation, see any ham radio handbook old enough
 > to have tube circuits, a reprint of the RCA tube manual TT-3 TT-4 or a
 > basic text on electronics of similar vintage.
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 > Matt D.
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