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U.S.-Based Western Electric Considers Expanding Tube Production, Asks Players to Weigh In

U.S.-Based Western Electric Considers Expanding Tube Production, Asks Players to Weigh In
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Recent Russia sanctions and the prospect of shortages prompt the Georgia company to survey customers about which tube types they’d like to see manufactured in America.



Western Electric is assessing plans to expand tube operations. Here's their statement:

Our latest factory is equipped to handle production of multiple tube types and, in light of recent worldwide events, we believe our capacity to do so may become vital to the industry.

While we continue to meet steady demand for the type 300B triode, we want to hear from you regarding other popular tube types. Click below. Fill the form. After you share your thoughts, be sure to share this page with others.

Western Electric has made quality tubes for over 100 years. Here’s to the next 100.

For more information: westernelectric.com.