Switching tubes

Switching tubes, also known as "control tubes" or "switching valves," refer to vacuum tubes or electronic devices used for switching applications. They can be a part of various circuit designs, primarily in older technologies, before the advent of solid-state transistors. In electrical engineering, switching tubes function similarly to modern transistors, allowing for the control of large amounts of power and voltage in electronic circuits.

As of my last knowledge update in October 2023, there is no widely recognized product, service, or concept called "Crossatron." It's possible that it could refer to a niche technology, a new product, or even a fictional concept that has emerged after that date.

A Dekatron is a type of gas discharge tube that functions as a digital counting device. It is part of a family of vacuum tubes and is particularly known for its capability to count from 0 to 10, hence the prefix "deka-" which means ten. Each Dekatron contains a low-pressure gas, typically neon or argon, and several electrodes. When a voltage is applied, the gas within the tube ionizes, and a glow discharge occurs.

Ignitron is a type of semiconductor device that functions as a controllable switch, primarily used in high-power applications such as industrial motor control, power modulation, and other applications where electrical power needs to be switched on and off rapidly. It is essentially a type of thyratron, which is a gas-filled tube that can conduct current when triggered by a control signal.

A thyratron is a type of gas-filled tube that acts as a high-speed switch and is used in various electronic applications, particularly in power control systems. It is a type of triggered gas discharge device, which means it can be turned on by a small triggering pulse applied to one of its electrodes, allowing a much larger current to flow between the other electrodes.

A Trigatron is a type of electrical switch that is commonly used in high-voltage applications. Specifically, it is a type of triggering device for gas discharge tubes, such as thyratrons. Trigatrons are designed to switch high voltages and currents and can be used in a variety of applications, including: 1. **Switching High Voltages:** Trigatron can handle high-voltage DC or AC applications, making it suitable for circuits that require rapid switching.