The 5CG8 is a miniature, dual, quick-heating thyratron tube, commonly used in switching, triggering, and timing circuits. It has a sealable, anode-grid construction for high-reliability operation and provides a fast rise time and sharp switching, along with short and stable recovery times. The 5CG8 is also highly resistant to vibration, shock, and other forms of damage. It is a low-power-consumption tube and is available in a wide range of package sizes and terminal configurations. This versatile tube can operate over a wide temperature range and is ideal for challenging switching and timing applications.