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About Futaba Corporation Design and Applications of the Futaba DG10S VFD Tube Vintage Calculator Restoration: An ideal replacement display for first-generation electronic calculators, restoring their original appearance and functionality.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Maker Projects & VFD Clocks: Highly sought after by the maker community for building custom VFD clocks, digital clocks, thermometers, and audio spectrum displays. These vintage displays offer an unmistakable retro-futuristic aesthetic, making them a favorite for custom electronics and steampunk-inspired projects.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Condition & Testing of the Futaba DG10S VFD Tube Due to the age of this component, original datasheets are rare physical documents. However, the operating characteristics of the Futaba DG-10 series conform to the following engineering specifications:<\/span><\/p>\n Component Type: Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) \u2013 Not a Nixie Tube.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Package Type: Cylindrical Glass Envelope, Side-View Configuration.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Emission Color (Phosphor): Green \/ Blue-Green (Peak Wavelength: ~505 nm).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Connection: Flying Wire Leads at the Bottom Base.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Filament \/ Heater Voltage (Vf): ~0.8\u20131.2 V AC or DC (Caution: Applying a higher voltage may burn out the extremely fine internal tungsten filament.)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Typical Anode and Grid Voltage (Va \/ Vg): +20 to +25 VDC (Referenced to the Cathode\/Filament).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Anode Current: Typically less than 1 mA per segment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Digit Configuration: 7-Segment Numeric Display (0\u20139) with Decimal Point (DP).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Q: Does this tube operate the same way as a Nixie tube? Q: What condition is the Futaba DG10S VFD Tube sold in? Q: How is it connected to the PCB? <\/p>\n Relive the golden age of electronics with the Futaba DG10S VFD Tube. This genuine single-digit Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) was manufactured in Japan and is offered in NOS (New Old Stock) condition without the original box. Every unit has been thoroughly tested on a professional tube tester to verify proper emission and reliable operation. It is the ideal component for restoring vintage calculators, test equipment, and electronic instruments, or for building unique retro-industrial clocks and custom electronic 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Founded in Japan in 1948, Futaba Corporation began as a manufacturer of vacuum tubes for radio receivers. Its global reputation, however, was established in the late 1960s when the company pioneered and became the world’s leading manufacturer of Vacuum Fluorescent Displays (VFDs). The DG10S is an early example of Futaba’s precision engineering, proudly bearing the “Made in Japan” mark, a testament to its exceptional build quality, precision glass envelope, and finely constructed display grid.<\/p>\n![\"{%ALT_TEXT%}\"](\"https:\/\/busther.com.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/NIXE-DG-10S-FUTABA-1-300x300.jpg\")
This cylindrical Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) features long wire leads (commonly referred to in electronics as flying leads), originally designed for direct soldering to printed circuit boards (PCBs) in compact electronic assemblies where space was limited.<\/p>\n\n
This item is offered in NOS (New Old Stock) condition. Although it does not include the original factory packaging (bulk packed), the glass envelope and phosphor coating remain intact and well preserved. For complete buyer confidence, each unit has been tested to verify filament continuity, internal vacuum integrity, and uniform segment illumination, ensuring it is fully functional and ready for use in restoration projects or custom VFD applications.<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
Technical Information (Display Specifications)
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A: No. Although both devices serve the same visual purpose\u2014displaying numeric information\u2014they operate using entirely different technologies. A Nixie tube requires a high-voltage supply (typically 170VDC or higher) to ionize neon gas, whereas this VFD tube operates with a low-voltage filament supply (approximately 1V AC or DC) and an anode\/grid voltage of about 24VDC. As a result, they require completely different driver and control circuits.<\/p>\n
A: It is a NOS (New Old Stock) component, meaning it has never been used. However, it does not include the original factory cardboard box. Every tube has been electronically tested to verify proper emission and ensure full operational functionality.<\/p>\n
A: The tube features flying wire leads extending from its base. These leads are designed to be soldered directly into the PCB’s through-hole pads. Care should be taken to avoid applying excessive heat near the glass-to-metal seal during soldering.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/www.ne.jp\/asahi\/shared\/o-family\/ElecRoom\/PARTS\/DISPLAY\/PiDG10S.jpg\")
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