![Parts and assembly of an old thermionic vacuum tube 24A - RF screen-grid tetrode from 1929.](https://www.heatedcathode.com/wp-content/uploads/24A-assembly-1323x827-e1682610238513-1024x469.png)
A marvellous device
The radio tube is a marvellous device. Although it appears to be a fragile affair constructed of metal and glass, in reality it is a rugged instrument that makes possible the performing of operations, amazing in conception, with a precision and a certainty that are astounding.
![3W Single Ended Class-A Stereo Tube Amplifier](https://www.heatedcathode.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/DSC1818-e1537615978373-1024x437.jpg)
Small Tube Amp for Home
3W Stereo Quality Tube Amplifier. Based on August 1955 UK Mullard 3-3 circuit design using EL84, EF86 and EZ81 vacuum tubes.