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neon tube [′nē‚än ‚tüb] (electronics) An electron tube in which neon gas is ionized by the flow of electric current through long lengths of gas tubing, to produce a luminous red glow discharge; used chiefly in outdoor advertising signs. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Their eyes shine, but their faces are barely visible in the dark; a few flies gravitate to a neon tube, the scene's only light source. Santa Monica designated the sign in front of its Norms a "structure of merit," allowing the neon tubes to dance once again, according to Singerman. Street Glow, makers of Skate-Neon accent kits, say their new neon tubes are just the things to promote safe skating at night. |
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