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Old 05-07-2005, 03:05 AM
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Is a 16EP4A pic tube same as 16EP4?

What's the extra A stand for? thanks!
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Old 05-07-2005, 04:53 AM
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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.

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Old 05-07-2005, 06:38 AM
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The 16EP4A has a tinted face, the 16EP4 has a clear face.
A 16EP4B has a tinted & frosted face.

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Old 05-07-2005, 06:26 PM
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Thanks for correcting me Chuck, that was my second choice answer.
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Old 05-08-2005, 10:04 AM
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thanks for the info!
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