How long does a Nixie tube last?

Average longevity of Nixie tubes varied from about 5,000 hours for the earliest types, to as high as 200,000 hours or more for some of the last types to be introduced.

Why are Nixie tubes so expensive?

The reason is that nobody is making nixie tubes on a commercial basis nowadays. As old tubes get used up, they also become more expensive. The tiny tubes used in watches are especially rare because they were rarely used in the nixie display age. The thing is that tubes were not popular in clocks until recent years.

Do Nixie tubes use a lot of power?

Although the voltage is high, the amount of current flowing is very small, so the clocks do not use much power. They only consume about 3 to 4 Watts of power, and consequently generate almost no heat. The tubes are not hot or even warm to the touch. Please see this excellent article on Wikipedia about nixie tubes.

When did they stop making Nixie tubes?

The last nixie tube was made in the early 90s, when this beautiful technology was replaced by lower-cost alternatives.

Are Nixie tubes safe?

Yes, it is safe to power nixie tubes all the time, the power consumption is below 1W per tube, they stay at room temperature. Our clocks are powered from power adaptor which is able to deliver only 24W, in case of short-circuit of any kind in the clock/tube, the power adaptor cuts off the power.

What is the largest Nixie tube?

CD47
The largest Nixie tube, the CD47, now sells for around US $1,000; back in 2000, it could be had for $100 or less. Some individuals, spotting an opportunity and a challenge, set out to make their own artisanal Nixie tubes.

What is the largest nixie tube?

Does anyone make Nixie tubes?

Something about the vintage looks and glowing filament digits is just irresistible, and they’re perfect for building clocks or subscriber counters. Unfortunately, nobody actually manufacturers new Nixie tubes anymore, and everything you can buy is simply old stock from decades ago — stock that’s going to run out.

Are Nixie tubes a fire hazard?

Our clocks are powered from power adaptor which is able to deliver only 24W, in case of short-circuit of any kind in the clock/tube, the power adaptor cuts off the power. No risk of setting surroundings on fire.

Who invented Nixie tubes?

physicist Heinrich Geissler
The earliest application of gas discharge was the Geissler tube, invented by the German physicist Heinrich Geissler in 1857. The tube consisted of a simple glass bulb with an electric terminal on each end.

Do Nixie tubes wear out?

Because it is a shine and not a glow Nixie tubes do not wear out. Over the life time of Nixie tubes there is no reliable information. It should be a few decades. Nixie tubes have no gaskets.

What do you do with a Nixie tube?

What we do? We produce Nixie Tube Clock KITs for the most popular and available on the market Nixie Tubes. Why us? Our KITs are easy to assemble.

How big is the Nixie tube clock kit?

Nixie Clock Kit IN14 (With tubes) and Wooden Enclosure. Nixie Clock Kit IN12 (With tubes) and Wooden Enclosure. Nixie tube clock kit z570m,z573m (German vintage tubes) oak case.

What kind of Nixie tubes are in Retro Radio?

Retro radio speaker: Handcrafted in CA with black walnut, 360 brass, and Nixie tubes. A tribute to the precious moments in the past. Retro radio speaker: Handcrafted in CA with black walnut, 360 brass, and Nixie tubes.

Are there any Nixie clocks with a power supply?

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