Westinghouse KU676 Thyratron Electronic Vacuum Tube

Description:

The Westinghouse KU676 Thyratron Electronic Tube is a vintage industrial vacuum tube designed for high-voltage switching, pulse generation, and controlled rectification applications in early electronic and industrial control systems. Originally produced during the 1940s era, this thyratron tube was commonly installed in military equipment, laboratory instruments, broadcast systems, radar assemblies, and industrial power control equipment where dependable gas-filled switching performance was required. Collectors, restoration specialists, and vintage electronics technicians use this tube for restoration projects, historical electronic systems, and steampunk-themed display applications.

Applications:

The Westinghouse KU676 thyratron tube is commonly used in vintage laboratory equipment, radar systems, pulse generators, industrial electronic controls, broadcast transmitters, and antique electronic restoration projects where reliable gas-tube switching and authentic period-correct electronic components are critical.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Westinghouse
• Part Number: KU676
• Product Type: Thyratron Electronic Tube
• Tube Type: Gas-Filled Thyratron Vacuum Tube
• Era: Circa 1940s
• Application: High-voltage electronic switching systems
• Function: Pulse generation and controlled rectification
• Compatible Equipment: Vintage electronic and industrial control systems
• Construction: Glass vacuum tube assembly
• Mounting Type: Socket mounted
• Usage Environment: Laboratory, industrial, and restoration applications
• Designed For: Vintage electronic switching and control applications
• Style: Vintage / Steampunk industrial aesthetic

Common Replacements:

• RCA 2050 Thyratron
• GE FG57 Thyratron
• Tung-Sol 5C22 Thyratron