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frenchy

05-07-2005 03:05 AM

Is a 16EP4A pic tube same as 16EP4?

What's the extra A stand for? thanks!
Frenchy

Eric H

05-07-2005 04:53 AM

I believe it means it has an aluminized screen.
Aluminized tubes eliminate the need for an Ion trap and have a superior, brighter picture compared to a non aluminized tube.

ChuckA

05-07-2005 06:38 AM

The 16EP4A has a tinted face, the 16EP4 has a clear face.
A 16EP4B has a tinted & frosted face.

Chuck

Eric H

05-07-2005 06:26 PM

Thanks for correcting me Chuck, that was my second choice answer. :stupid: :lmao:

frenchy

05-08-2005 10:04 AM

thanks for the info!
Frenchy

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