Thyratron (1952 - 1966)
Strand
Valve Dimming
First system was installed at the National Theatre, Reykjavik in 1949.
Also known as the 'Woods Electronic' after it's inventor.
See Electronic Control For Thyratron for more details of installations.
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Electronic Control for Thyratron dimmers
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Photo: Thyratron Dimmer Rack
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Thyratron Racks at Reykjavik (courtesy Kevin Theobald)
(1950)
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