Buying Phototubes
Phototubes are vacuum tubes used as photodetectors, preferred for certain applications over photodiodes. They offer low dark current, high detection bandwidth, large active area, high dynamic range, and stability under UV irradiation.
Making Good Purchase Decisions
RP Photonics helps to not only to find all relevant suppliers, but also to make good purchase decisions:
Learning Resources
With its comprehensive resources, RP Photonics helps you to well prepare purchase decisions:
- Encyclopedia article: phototubes
- Related articles: photodetectors, photomultipliers, photodiodes
Aspects to Consider Before Buying
Some aspects to consider before buying phototubes: quantum efficiency, dark current, dynamic range, linearity, noise level, active area, bandwidth, UV stability, mechanical robustness, environmental shielding, thermal stability.
For responsible purchase decisions, we recommend applying good practices.
Find Suppliers for Phototubes
1 supplier for phototubes is listed in the RP Photonics Buyer's Guide. Both manufacturers and distributors can be registered.
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 Arzbergerstr. 10 82211 Herrsching Germany See us at SPIE Photonics West 2025 in San Francisco, January 25–30 (booth 1127)! |  Phototubes are photodetectors that feature high sensitivity, superior temperature stability, wide dynamic range, large photosensitive area, and low-voltage operation. They are widely utilized in applications such as chemical and medical analysis and laser measurement. Hamamatsu Photonics offer both metal package and biplanar phototubes. |
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