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FIRST CLASS
PERMIT No.103
Son Carlos, Ccllif.
EITEL-McCULLOUGH, INC.
301 INDUSTRIAL WAY
FIRST CLASS
PERMIT No.103
Sam Carlos, Ccilif.
EITEL-McCULLOUGH, INC.
301 INDUSTRIAL WAY
FIRST CLASS
PERMIT No.103
Son Carlos, Ccilif.
EITEL-McCULLOUGH, INC.
301 INDUSTRIAL WAY
3CxlooA5
Descripli®n Version
C -Ceramic Envelope (No Glass) Distinguishes tubes which, al-
L -External Anode, Liquid Convection Cooling though alike as to number of elec-
N-External Anode, Natural Convection Air trodes and plate dissipation, are
Cooling not necessarily interchangeable
P -Primarily for Pulse Applications physically or electrically.
*R-Internal Anode, Radiation Cooled
W-External Anode, Water Cooled
X -External Anode, Forced-Air Cooled
®In older types, the dash, as in the case of the
4-250A, carries the meaning of "R" given above.
In general, Eimac power klystrons are described by a dissipation, and a pair of letters, the first describing
coded numbering system similar to that used to iden- the frequency band in which the tube operates and the
tify negat].ve-grid tubes. second describing the sub-band in which it operates.
The type numbers contain: a numeral indicating the As an example, the type number describing an Einac
number of cavities along the beam, one or more four-cavity klystron with modulating anode and 50,-
letters denoting the type of tube and special charac- 000-watt collector, designed for use in the "L" band is
teristics if any, a numeral designating the collector broken down as follows:
4KM50,000LR
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signed prior to May 1, 1961
+his was expressed in wat+s. In Ejamn:cahs::sgneT:,nvtedsy;sttse:w:r:sts
those assigned since that date
it is expressed in kilowatts.
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Description
May,1965
8164 5D22.......,..................._...4-250A
3CPXI O0A5 .............................. 7815R 7034 ............... _._ ......... _...4X 150A
3CX 1 O0A5.__ ....... _ ..................... 7289 7035 ....... _ ........ _ ..,.,.... _ ,... 4X 150D
3CX 10,000A 1 ........... _.._..._ ........ 8158 7289 ...... _ ..... _ ....... __ ......... 3Cxl ooA5
3CX 1 O,OO0A7 .........., ___ ............. 8160 7815__ ................, _.._.._..__.3CPN I oA5
3X2500A3 .......... ____ ............... _..8161 8161._ ........ _ ..... _ ....... __ ..... 3X2500A3
3X3000Fl ,__ ........ _.__ .... _ ............. 8239 8164 .........,.... _ ....... _ ........ 3-1000Z
4CV 1 OO,000C .......,.. _ .......... __ .... 8351 8171 ......... __ ....... _ ............ 4Cx l 0,000D
4CX250M..._.......,..,_.................8246 8238...___.._........._............3X3000Al
4CX 15,000A ........ _ ........ _ ........... 8281 8250 ........,..... __ ............... 3Cxl OOF5
8251 _._ ..,....... _ ................. 3X2500F3
4CX35,000C.............................8349
4PR60B 8252 8252....__,..__............_..._...4PR60B
4X 150A 8350...............................4CW50,000C
83 51 ............................... 4CV 1 OO,000C
4X 150D
8352 ............................... 4CX 1000K
4X 150G
4X 150R.._ ................................. 8296
8438..........................,....4-400A
8297 8561...............................4CX300Y
4X 150S
4E27A 8590...............................4CPX250K
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EIA No. Einac No. EIA No. Einac No. EIA No. Einac No.
2C39A..............2C39A 6697A-.-.-...-....- 8173................4W20,0000A
Varian EIMAC
301 Industrial Way
Sam Carlos, Califomia
94070
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Linear Service
Inter-Mod.
Peak Env. DIstortlon EIMAC
Power* Tube
Typical Tiiie: Fr;:,ue!n:c:I,:ur, 3,dTyplcalt5th N:ympbeer Type
(kw-W) (kw-W) (MHz) (dB) (dB)
1180 kw 1250 kw 30/50 water 8974/ X-2159 Tetrode
600 kw 650 kw 50/ 100 water 8973/ X-2170 Tetrode
230 kw 250 kw 30/50 Vapor 4CV250,OO0B Tetrode
230 kw 250 kw 30/50 water 4CW250,COOB Tetrode
168 kw 100 kw 108/ 150 water 4CW100,000E Tetrode
123 kw 100 kw 30/50 Vapor 4Cvlco,000C Tetrode
55kw 35kw 30/50 air 4CX35,000C T®trode
45kw 50kw ilo/200 Vapor 4CV50,000J Tetrode
45kw 50kw 1 10/200 water 4CW50,000J Tetrode
27.5 kw 20kw 1 10/220 air 3CX20,000A7 Triode2
17kw 15kw 1 10/220 air 3CX15,000A7 Triode'
17kw 20kw 140/220 water 3CW20,cOOA7 Triodei
17kw 10kw 140/220 air 3CX10,OOOA7 Triode'
12kw 15kw 1 10/220 air 4CX15,OO0J Tetrode
10.5 kw 10kw 100/220 air 4CXIO,000J Tetrode
10kw 10 kw 250/- air 3CX10,000U7 Triodei. 2
10kw 5kw loo/220 air 4CX5000F` Tetrode
5.8 kw 3 kw 150/220 ai r 5CX3000A Pontode
5.5kw 3 kw 1 10/- ai r 3CX3000A7 Triodei
5.3 kw 3 kw 150/220 ai r 4CX30cOA Tetrode
3.3 kw 5 kw loo/220 air 4CX5000J Tetrode
2060W 1 kw 220/400 ai r 3CXI OOOA7 Triode`
2050 W 15cO W 220/400 air 3CX1500A7/8877 Triodei
2030 W 1500 W 500/- ai r 8938 Triodei
1785 W 1500 W 110/220 air 5CX1500A P®ntode
1160 W 1 000 W 110/220 alr 4CX15008 Tetrode
1 080 W 1 000 W 1 10/- air 3-1 000Z Triodel
740W 500W 1 10/- air 3-500Z Triodei
645W 500W 110/- air 5-500A Pentode
590W 200W 500/900 nduction 8873 Triodei
590W 400W 500/900 air 8874 Triodel
5sOW 300W 500/goo air 8875 Triodel
590W 400W 110/- air 3-4cOZ Triodel
580W 600W 30/- air 4CX600J Tetrode
495W 400W 1 10/- air 4-400C Tetrode
350W 350W 500/- air 8930 Tetrode
295W 250W 500/- air 4CX250B Tctrode
295 W 250 W 500/- nduction 4CS250F} Tetrode
263 W 350 W 30/220 air 4CX350A Tetrode
263 W 350 W 30/220 air 4CX350F Tetrode
263 W 350 W 30/220 air 4CX350FJ Tetrode
*Plato power output, calculatod or moasurod at low froquoncy.
•Fl is the maximum troquency at which maximum ratings apply. Operation at the upper useful frequency normally involves operation at
reduced plato voltage and reduced plate input power.
tcalculofed or m®esured by two-tone method at 2.0 MHz.
1. Cathode driven. 2. VHF TV
1
F`F POWER AMPLIFIEFt
Class C, CW or FM Service
Plate Pw,. Rated Frequency i. EIMAC
Output Type Tube
Typicar Bli:ts: F, , #ep,Our, Pdoayne.r coo,,ng Numbe, Type
(kw-W) (kw-W) (MHz)
1650 kw 1250 kw 30/50 water 8974/X-2159 Tetrode
1050 kw 650 kw 50/ 100 water 8973/X-2170 Tetrode
460 kw 250 kw 30/50 vapo r 4CV250, 000B Tetrode
460 kw 250 kw 30/50 water 4CW250,000B Tetrode
220 kw 100 kw 108/ 150 water 4CW100,000 E Tetrode
168 kw 100 kw 30/50 vapo r 4CV100,000C Tetrode
165 kw 100 kw 30/50 water 4CW100,000D Tetrode
137 kw 50kw 1 10/220 vapor 4CV50.000E Tetrode
137 kw 50kw 1 10/220 water 4CW50, 000E Tetrode
110 kw 35kw 30/50 ai r 4CX35,000C Tetrode
64kw 20kw 90/150 ai r 3CX20,OOOA3/ H3 Triode
42kw 25kw 100/ 150 wate r 3CW25.000A3 Triode
38kw 20kw 110/220 air 4CX20,OO0A/8990 Tetrode
36.5 kw 15kw 110/225 air 4CX15,000A Tetrode
30kw 15kw 100/150 air 3CX15,000A3 Triode
25kw 15kw 110/160 air 3CX15,000A7 Triode
24.5 kw 10kw 140/200 air 3CX10,000A3 Triodei
24.5 kw 20kw 140/200 water 3CW20, 000A3 Triodel
22.5 kw 10kw 1 60/- air 3CX10,000A7 Triode
20kw 15kw 220/- alr 8989 Tetrode
16kw 5kw 100/220 air 4CX5000A Tetrode
16kw 10kw 100/220 air 4CX10,000D Tetrode
16kw 10kw 100/220 water 4CW10,COOA Tetrode
16 kw 5000 W 1 00/220 air 4CX5000F` Tetrode
11 kw 3000W 30/1 00 air 4CX3000A Tetrode
10 kw 4000 W 75/150 air 3CX2500A3/F3 Triode
Io kw 5000 W 75/150 water 3CW5000A3/F3 Triode
8500 W 3000 W 150/220 air 5CX3000A Pentode
3400 W 1000 W 110/- air 4-1000A Tetrode
3200 W 1500 W 1 10/220 air 4CX1500A Tetrode
3180 W 1500 W 110/220 air 5CX1500A Pentode EH
2600 W§ 1500 W 250/- air 3CX1500A7/8877 Triode'
1500 W§§ 1500 W 500/- air 8938 Triodel
1265 W 500 W 110/- air , 4-500A Pentode
1100.W 400 W 110/- ai r 4-400C Tetrode
1000 W 250 W 1 10/- ai r 4-250A Tetrode
840 W 350 W 100/ 150 air 5867A Triode
805 W 500 W 1 10/- ai r 4-500A Tetrode
600 W 300 W 110/220 ai r 4CX300Y Tetrode
500 W 300 W 500/- ai r 4CX300A Tetrode
450 W 350 W 500/- ai r 8930 Tetrode
380 W 250 W 500/- conduction 4CS250P Tetrode
380 W 250 W 500/- air 4CX250B/FG Tetrode
380 W 250 W 500/ 15cO air 4CX250K/M Tetrode
380 W 250 W 500/- air 4CX250P Tetrode
380 W 250 W 150/5cO air 4X150A/7609 Tetrode
9]5W 125 W 120/- air 4-125A Tetrode
320 W 200 W 500/- conduction 8873 Triode
320 W 400 W 500/- ai r 8874 Triode
320 W 300 W 500/- air 8875 Triode
300 W 600 W 1000/- air 3CX600U7 Triode
270W 65W 150/- convection 4-65A Tetrode
216W 400W 1000/- air 3CX400U7 Triode2
•Pow®r output and power gain are calculatod or measured at low froquoncy.
tFl i8 the maximum troquoncy at which maximum ratings apply. Operation at the upper. us®ful troquency normally involves operation at
reduced anode voltage and reduced plato input power.
§Power output shown is measured us®tul, doliv®red to load, at 104 MHz,
§§U8®ful power output, me®8urod at 430 MHz.
1. Cathode driven. 2. goo MHz.
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Ft F POWEFt AMPLIFIER
4
REGULATOF` SERVICE
Voltage or Current
Maximum Maxlmum Mlnlmum F`ated EIMAC
Pae® Hold-off Tube P la te Type
Cuii®nt Volt.g® * Drop Diss. COO'lno Numbe,
(Ado) (kvdc) rydc] (kw-vy
40kv 1250 kw 8974/X-2159
40kv 650 kw 8973/X-2170
130 kv 1000 kw 9009/X-2062K
loo kv 300 kw 9008/X-2062J
40kv 250 kw 4CW250,000B
40kv 100 kw 4CW100,OOOE
40kv 100 kw 4CW100,000D
35kv 50kw 4CW50,COOE
40kv 35kw 4CX35,000C
10kv 20kw 3CW20,000A1
20kv 20kw 3CW20,OcOA7
10kv 12kw 5CX10,cOOA1
20kv 25kw 4CW25,COOA
20kv 15kw 3CX15.cOOA7
15kv 10kw 4CW10,OcOA
12kv 5000 W 3CW5000A1
12kv 3000 W 3CX3000F1
6kv 2000 W 4CW2000A
8kv 1 500 W 3CX1500A7
6kv 1 000 W 4CXIO00A
6kv 800W 4CW800B
6kv 800W 4CW800F
4.5 kv 400W 8874
4.5 kv 300W 8875
4.5 kv 200W 8873
30kv 100W 4PF]1000A
8kv 500W 3-500Z
20kv 400W 4PF`4cOA
50kv 250W 4PF]250C
18kv 125W 4PF`125A
15kv 65W 4PF]65A
*Consult EIMAC Application Engineering Department at the appropriate plant for regulator range characteristics.
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TUBE PERFORMANCE COMPUTOR FOR R-I AMPLIFIERS (CLASS 8, C. AND FREOUENCY MULTIPLIERS)
It is quite easy to make a close estinate of the per- has a value which is the point marked "eg" on the grid-
formance of a vacuum tube in radio-frequency power- voltage sine wave. If one now finds the point on the tube
amp]ifier service, or an approximation in the case of har- curves corresponding to these values (where a line
monic-amplifier service. Such estimates will give r-f out- drawn from "eg" and a line drawn from "ep' cross) he
put power, d-c input power, grid driving power, and au will be at point A in Fig. 2. As the values of grid volt-
d-c current values. age "eg" and plate voltage "ep" vary over the r-f cycle,
the point A moves up and down a line, which in the
These estimates can be made easily by using the
case of the normal r-f power amplifier is a straight line.
Eimac Tube Performance Computor and the character-
This line is called the "Operating Line."
istic curves of a tube, plotted on plate-voltage/grid-volt-
age coordinates (constant-current curves). Only the abil- Any point on the operating line (when drawn on
ity to multiply figures taken from the curves, by means of constant-current curves as in Fig. 2 or Fig. 4) tells the
the computor, is required. instantaneous values of plate current, screen current, and
By graphically laying out the trace of the plate and grid cun-ent which must flow when those particular
grid voltages as they rise and fall about the applied d-c values of grid and plate voltage are applied to the tube.
Thus by reading off the values of the currents and plot-
plate voltage and d-c grid bias, a clear understanding of
the action taking place within a tube is possible. With ting them against the time "t", one can obtain a curve of
such an `mdei.standing the operating conditions can be
altered readily to suit one's particular requirements.
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ADDENDUM
USE OF EIMAC TUBE PERFORMANCE COMPUTER FOR CLASS A, AB, AND a SERVICE
While the Eimac Tube Performance Computer is de-
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more of the operating cycle, a full set of ordinate points
must be employed for the computations. The Eimac Com-
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service description.
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(1) D.C. Current
(Meter Reading) + (a+8') + (C+C') + (D+D`) + (E+E') + (F+F') +
(2) Peak Fundamental RF Current = i± EA-A`) + 1.93 (a-8') + 1.73 (C-C`) + 1.41 (D-D`) + (E-E`) + 0.52 (F-FE
AN EXAMPLE: USINO THE EIMAC TUBE PERFORMANCE COMPUTER FOR CLASS AB-] SERVICE
Operating data is to be derived for an Eimac 4CW-
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the operating line.
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maximum d.c. plate current is then 11.0 amperes. This is
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In class AB service the tube does not operate in a cut-
8,000 volts.
Peak r.f. plate current in a class AB-I amplifier usu-
ally runs about 2.5 to 3.0 times the average d.c. plate cur-
rent. In this case, a maximum peak plate current of a,bout
2.9 times the maximum signal d.c. plate curreni of 11.0
!iiffii!:i;!i#Iri:iij:i:iiiijiijiuii:iicii:;gi:i:;!i;;!ii;ic,iii;iiii3;it amperes, or 32 amperes is chosen. This defines point (2)
which is at the intersection of the 2 KV minimum plate
voltage line aLnd the 32 ampere Constant Current line.
This point falls within the limits defined in the previous
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plate line determines the idling point on the operating and (2) which is the negative plate cycle portion Of the
nne (point 1). operating line.
Copyright 1964 Eitel-Mccullough, lnc.
EIMAC 4CW sO,OOOC
TYPICAL
CONSTANT CURRI:NT
CHARACTERISTICS
seREEN VOLTAGE = i5OO volts
T AMPS
------- GRID CuRRENT-AMPS
2468 10 12 14 16 18 20
D.C. plate Current = ir E2:2+ 31.25 + 28.3 + 22.5 + 15.8 + 1o.5 + 4.I = io.75 amp.
INSTRUCTIONS
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is concerned. The minimum value of plate voltage is be used to obtain the meter readings and power values
usually in the region where the ph`te constant-current from this "Operating Line." Place the computor on the
curves bend upward. See Fig. 4. (In the case of the constant-current curve sheet so that the "guide lines" of
triode this is near the "diode line," the imaginary line the computor are parallel with the operating line. Now
where the insti`I`ti`neous grid and plate voltages are slide the c`omputor without turning it until the line OG
equal.) The pr,il.tical procedure in calculating tube per- passes through the d-c voltage point No. 1 and line OA
formance is to arbitrarily choose point No. 2, complete passes through the peak-current point No. 2. Moke st"e
the calculations, .ind compare the results. the guide lir.es are stth parallel to the ``Operating Line."
In the case of the 4-65A let us choose a peak value Note that the lines 08, OC, OD, OE, and OF of
of plate cui.rent about four times the d-c plate current the computor all cross over the ``Operating Line."
of 130 rna, or 500 mai. Let us choose a minimum instan- At each point where the lines OA, 08, etc., cross
taneous plate voltage of 250 volts and thus fix the upper the "Operating Line" we need to determine the I.nstantan-
end of the "Open`ting Line." Next, locate this point on eous values of plate current and grid current (and screen
the tube curves. This is point No. 2 on Fig. 4. (The plate current if a tetrode or pentode is used) which are flowing
currents which flow at various combinations of plate and at that particular moment in the r-f cycle. Later, from
grid voltages al.e shown by the plate-current lines. The these key values of current, we will calculate the values
value of current for eat.h line is noted. In-between values of d-c plate current and grid current (and screen cur-
can be estimated closely enough for our purposes.) Now rent) as well as the I-f components of the plate current.
draw a straight line between points No. 1 and No. 2. These current values should be listed for each point
This line is the "Operating Line" and shows the current where the lines OA, 08, etc. cross the operating line so
and voltage values at each instant in the r-f cycle when that they can be combined later to caculate the various
current is being taken from the tube. (The non-conduct- tube currents. At points where OF and OE cross, the
ing half of the r-f cycle would be shown by extending current values are usually zero for class-C operation.
this line an equal distance on the opposite side of point r\Tow in the example chosen, let us read off the instan-
No. 1. However, there is little use in doing so, because taneous plate-current values where these lines cross the
no current flows during this half of the cycle.) "Operating Line." At the point where the line OA
The Eimac Tube Performance Computer can now crosses the "Operating Line" the plate current is 500 rna.
ERAC 4-65A
T"CAI
CONSTANT CUREENT
CHARACTERISTICS
SCREEN VOLTAGE - 2sO VOLTS
_ PIATE CURRENT AMPERES
._._ senEEN CURRENT AMPEREs
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Where 08 crosses the operating line the plate current each v()]ti`ge swings away from the d-c value. This is
is also 500 rna. At OC the plate current is about 450 rna, known as the peitk value of the r-f voltage. Because the ETl
OD 300 rna, OE 90 rna, OF and OG 0 rna. Similarily we plate voltage swings from 2000 volts down to 250 volts
can see that the instantaneous screen current at the the peak I-f plate voltage is the difference, or 1750 volts.
crossing of OA and the "Operating Line" is 200 rna, and Similarly the grid voltage must rise and fall between the
the instantaneous grid current is almost 80 rna. Values operating points No. I and No. 2, or from -130 volts to
are read for the other crossings and written down. These +90 volts. This is a peak swing of 220 volts and the
values are put in simple columns for calculating: peak r-f grid voltage is 220 volts.
Simplified Instantaneous values of currents Let us now use the formulas for output power and
Crossing name in driving power:
of line Fonnulas Plate Screencontrol grid Output power ± 3£ peak I-f plate current x peak
A 500 rna 200 rna 80 rna r-f plate voltage.
8 500 155 70 We found the peak r-f plate current to be 230 rna
C 450 60 42 or .230 ampere, and the peak r-f plate voltage to be
D 300 15 17 1750 volts.
E 90 0 0
So; Output Power=]/2 x 0.230 x 1750=201 watts,
F000 and Input Pou'er =I)-C Plate C`irrent x D-C Plate Voltage
=0.133 x 2000=266 u'atts
Now in order to obtain the d-c value of plate, screen, plate Dissipation =D-C Inp`it I'ower - R-F 0ut|}ut I'o``'ei.
and control-grid currents the formula (see computor) =266 -201 = 65 watts
Efficiency =R-F Output Po``.er di`'ided by
says to add up the above values but use only one-half of D-C Input P(}wer
the A values (giving 250 rna for plate, 100 rna for screen, =201/266 = 75.5%
I)ri`'ing Power =D-C Grid C`Irrent x l'eak R-I`-Grid voltage
and 40 rna for grid). and then divide by 12, as follows: =0.014 x 220=3.1 watts
D-C meter reading = I/12 (0.5 A+B+C+D+E+F) The power consumed by the bias source is simply
Plate Screen the product of the d-c grid current and the d-c grid
250 rna loo rna voltage, or 0.014 x 130 ± 1.7 watts.
500 155 The difference between the driving power and the BEH!
450 60
power consumed by the bias source is the power dissi-
300 15
900 pi`ted on the control grid, or 3.I - 1.7 ± I.4 watts.
00 The power dissipated on the screen grid is simply
the product of the d-c screen current and the d-c screen
Total l590 rna 330 rna 169 rna
voltage because the screen grid has no impedance be-
D-C current = I/12 total = (approximately)
tween it and the d-c screen supply. Thus it is 0.028 x
133 rna 28ma 14 rna
250 ± 7.0 watts.
Now, to cacul.ate the 1.-f output power it is neces-
The performi`nce of the tube can now be sum-
sary to use the formula for the peak r-f current which is
marized:
present in the tube plate current. Since we are using the D-C Plate Voltage 2000 \,(,Its Dri`.ing I'o``.er 3.1 watts
tube as a sti.aight r-f powei. amplifier, \ve use the formula D-C Screen Voltage 250 volts Grid I)issipation I.4 watts
D-C Grid Voltage -130 \,olts Screen Dissipation 7.0 watts
foi. "Peak Fundamental R-F" as shown on the computor. D-C Plate Curl.ant 133 rna Plate Inp`]t I-()\`'er 266 watts
D-C Screen C`irrent 28ma
(If we were estimating the performance of a doubler or Peak R-I- Gri(I plate O`itp`it I.ttu'er 201 watts
Voltage •220 \.('lts l'late nissi|.ation 65 watts
trip]er we would use the formula for "Peak 2nd Harmonic
R-F "or "Peak 3rd Harmonic R-F".) REFERENCES
From the computor we see that the formula for. the I. E. L. Chaffee, "A Simplified Harmonic Analysis,"
Review Sci. Inst. 7, page 384, October 1936
peak fundamental r-f current is:
2. H. P. Thomas, "Detemiination of Grid Driving
I/12 (A+I.93B+I.73C+I.4lD+E+0.52F) Power in Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers,"
A= 500=500 rna Proc. IRE, Vol. 21, pp. 1134-1141, August 1933
I.938 = I.93 x 500 = 965 3. W. G. Wagener, "Simplified Methods for Comput-
I.73C = I.73 x 450 = 778 ing Performance of Transmitting Tubes," Proc.
I.4lD= I.41 x 300=423 IRE, January 1937
E- 90-90 4. R. I. Sarbacher, "Graphical Determination of PA
Total =2756 rna Performance," E]ectronics, December 1942
Peak fundamental current= I/12 total 5. R. I. Sarbacher, ``Performance of Self Biased Modu-
=2756/12=230 rna lated Amplifier,''` Electronics, April 1943
7. "Vacuum Tube Ratings," Eimac Application But-
We now have the various current values. In order letin Number 6
to calculate the powers involved, jt js necessary to know 8. Robert H. Brown, "Harmonic Amplifier Design,"
not only the d-c voltage values but the greatest amount Proc. IRE, Vol. 35, pp. 771-777, August 1947
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CLASS C AMPLIFIER CALCuLATIONS WITH THE AID OF CONSTANT CuRRENT CHARACTERISTICS
In calculating and predicting the operation of a Egm ±Peak fundamental grid excitation voltage
± Maximum positive instantaneous grid voltage
vacuum tube as a class-C radio frequency amplifier, ±Average grid current
the considerations which determine the operating ± Maximum instantaneous grid current
conditions are plate efficiency, power output re- ±Grid driving power (including both grid and
bias tosses)
quired, maximum allowable grid and plate dissipa- ± Grid dissipation
tion, maximum allowable plate voltage and maxi- =Amplification factor of triode
mum allowable plate current. The values chosen ± Grid-screen amplification factor of tetrode
I or these f actors will depend both on the demands Method
of a particular application and the tube selected to
do the job. The first step in the use of the system to be de-
scribed is to determine the power which must be
The plate and grid currents of a class-C amplifier
delivered by the class-C amplifier. In making this
are periodic pulses, the durations of which are al-
ways less than 180 degrees. For this reason the
determination it is well to remember that ordinar-
ily f rom 5 to 10 per cent of the power delivered by
average plate and grid currents, power output,
the amplifier tube or tubes will be lost in well-de-
driving power, etc., cannot be directly calculated
signed tank and coupling circuits at frequencies be-
but must be determined by a Fourier analysis f rom
low 20 Mc. Above 20 Mc. the tank and coupling
points select.ed along the line of operation as plotted circuit losses are ordinarily somewhat above 10
on the constant-current characteristics. This may
be done either analytically or graphically. While per cent.
the Fourier analysis has the advantage of accuracy, The plate power input necessary to produce the
it also has the disadvantage of being tedious and required output is determined by the plate effici-
involved. ency:
An approximate analysis which has proven to be p,=±
n
sufficiently accurate for most purposes is presented
in the following mate_rial. This system has the ad- For most applications it is desirable to operate
vantage of giving the desired information at the at the highest possible efficiency. High-efficiency
first trial. The system, which is an adaption of a operation usually requires less expensive tubes and
method developed by Wagener], is direct because power supplies, and the amount of artificial cooling
the important f actors, power output, plate efficien- needed is frequently less than for low-efficiency
cy and plate voltage may be arbitrarily selected at operation. On the other hand, high-efficiency opera-
the beginning. tion often requires more driving power and higher
In the material which follows, the following set
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of symbols will be used. These symbols are illus-
trated graphically in Figure 1. ciency at the highest recommended plate voltages
and at 75 per cent efficiency at medium plate volt-
Symbols ages.
Pi ±Plate power input
Po ±Plate power output The first determining f actor in selecting a tube
Pp ±Plate dissipation or tubes for any particular application is the maxi-
n ±Plate efficiency expressed as a decimal mum allowable plate dissipation. The total plate
Ebb±D-c plate supply voltage dissipation rating for the number of tubes used
Epm ± Peak fundam`ental plate voltage
ebmiD ±Minimum instantaneous Plate votage must be equal to or greater than that calculated
Ib ±Average plate current from
lpm ±Peak fundamental plate current
it,in.. ±Maximum instantaneous plate current Pp-PL-Po
Op ±One-half angle of plate current flow
Eec ±D-c grid bias voltage (a negative quantity)
Ecg ±D-c screen voltage
After selecting a tube or tubes to meet the power
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output and plate dissipation requirements it be-
comes necessary to determine i ron the tube char-
acteristics whether the tube selected is capable of
(Reprinted from the Eimac News Industrial Edition, March I?45)
the required operation and, if so, to determine the
Indicates Revision 11-10-49 driving power, grid bias and grid current.
tBit
The` complete procedure necessary to determine the 16. Read ratio i:;::i from Chart 2 for ratioE;:: found in
class-C-amplifier operating conditions is as follows2 : step 15.
1. Select plate voltage, powgr output and efficiency. 17. Calculate average grid current from ratio found in step
16 and value Of i¢mq found in step 11.
2. Determine plate input from
Ic-
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ratio frozn step 16
18. Calculate approximate grid driving power from
3. Determine plate dissipation from Pd±O.9 Egtnlc 5
Pp-P1-Po 19. Determine grid dissipation from
Pp must not .xc®ed maximum rated plate dissipation for tub. or tubes Pg-Pd+Ecclc
selec,®d.
Pg mu.t not .xc.®d the maximum rated grid disfipation for tll. tube
4. Determine average plate current from selacted.
Example
•b-¥ A typical application of this procedure is shown in the
lb must rlot .xceed maximum rated plate current for tube sol®cted+ example below.
1. Desired power output .............. 1250 watts
5. Determine approximate ibmax from
Desired plate voltage .............. 4000 volts
it.maI±4.5 Ib for n±O.80 Desired plate efficiency .......... 75 per cent (n±O.75)
ibmax±4.0 Ib for n±0.75
ibmal±3.5 Ib for n±O.70
p,-i%-16]o watts
6. Locate the point on constant-current characteristics
where the constant plate current line corresponding to Pp± 1670-1250±420 watts
the approximate ibm8x determined in step 5 crosses the
line of equal plate and grid voltages ("diode line") Try type 450TL; Max. Pp±450W; " ±18
in the case of triodes; or in the case of tetrodes where
the plate current line turns rapidly upward.
Read ebmi]L at this point.3 Ib± #=O.417 ampere
7. Calculate Epm from
(Max. Ib for 450TL±O.600 ampere)
Epn`±Ebb-ebnun
5. Approximate ibmax± 4.0 X O.417± 1.67 ampere
8. Calculate the ratio i=from
6. ebmin± 315 volts (see figure 2)
Ipni 2nEhh EDm-4ooo -315 -3685 volts
7.
Ib _ Epm
Ipm 2 x o.75 x 4ooo -1.63
9. From the ratio of +calculated in step 8 determine the 8.
Ib - 3685
13. Eec -
1-0.139 [o.139(¥-28o)-#]
13. Calculate the grid bias voltage from = - 270 volts
Eec Egm-280 -( -27o) -550 volts
1 - Cos Op [Cbs Gp (¥-ecmp)-¥] , for triodes;
or E.c- 1 - Cos Gp
[_ecmpcosGp_H,fortetrodes. E=-I:-:,% --2.04
14. Calculate the peak fundamental grid excitation voltage i;i: ±5.69 (from Chart 2)
from
Egm-e.mp-Eec Ic±# ±0.058 amperes
15. Calculate the ratio¥for values of Eec and Egm found Pd ± 0.9 X 550 x 0.058 ± 28.7 watts
2 ln the case of push-pull or parallel amplifier tubes the analysis should be 3 ln a few cases the lines of constant plate current will inflect sharply
carried out on the basi.s of a single tube, dividing P{. Po and Pp by the upward before reaching the diode line. In these cases et,mf n Should not
number of tubes before starting the analysis and mult;plying lb, I. and Pd be re6cl at the diode line but at the point where the plate current line
by the same factor after completing the analysis. intersects a line drawn from the origin through these points of inflection.
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TUBE PERFORMANCE COMPuTOR FOR RF AJvtpLIFIERS (CLASS'B, C, AND FREQUENCY MULTIPL[ERS)
It is quite easy to make a close estimate of the variations have been indicated next to the plate
performance of a vacuum tube in radio frequency voltage and grid voltage scales of a typical constant
power amplifier service, or an approximation in current curve. At some instant of time, shown as
"t" on the time scales, the grid voltage has a value
the case of hai`monic amplifier service. Such es-
timates will give RF output power, DC input which is the point marked ``eg" on the grid voltage
power, grid driving power and all DC current sine wave. At this same instant of time the plate
values. voltage has a value which is the point "ep" marked
These estimates can be made easily by using the on the plate voltage sine wave. If now one finds
Eimac Tube Performance Computor and the char- the point on the tube curve sheet corresponding to
acteristic curves of a tube, plotted on plate volt- these values (where a line drawn from "eg" and a
line drawn from "ep" cross) he will be at point A
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the curves by means of the computor is required. plate voltage "ep" vary over the RF cycle, the point
By graphically laying out the trace of the plate A moves up and down a line, which in the case of
and grid voltages as they rise and f all about the the normal RF power amplifier is a straight line.
applied DC plate voltage and DC grid bias a clearer This line is called the "Operating Line."
understanding is possible of the action taking place ~//
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plate circuit. In radio frequency applications with
resonant circuits these voltage variations are
smooth sine wave variations,180° out of phase (as
the grid voltage rises and becomes more positive,
the plate voltage falls and becomes less positive)
as indicated in Fig. 1. Note how these variations
•'=
center about the DC plate voltage and the DC
control grid bias.
Let us now see how such variations of the plate Figure 2
and grid voltages of a tube appear on the constant
current curve sheet of a tube. In Fig. 2 these Any point on the operating line (when drawn
on a curve sheet as in Fig. 2 or Fig. 4) tells the in-
stantaneous values of plate current, screen current,
PLATE VOLTAGE
and grid current which must flow when those par-
AT ANY INSTANT. ticular values of grid and plate voltage are applied
to the tube. Thus by reading off the values of the
i_._----I--+`-I---i.`-" currents and plotting them against the time, t, one
can obtain a curve of instantaneous values of plate
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rode or pentode, a value of screen current is noted.
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order to calculate the powers involved it is neces-
point where the lines OA, 08, etc., cross the oper-
ating line so that they can be combined later to sary to know, not only the DC voltage values, but
calculate the various tube currents. At points the greatest amount each voltage swings away from
where OF and OE cross, the current values are the DC value. This is known as the peak value of
of ten zero. the RF voltage. Because the plate voltage swings
Now in the example chosen, let us read off the from 2000 volts down to 250 volts the peak RF
instantaneous plate current values where these voltage is the difference, or 1750 volts. Similarly
lines cross the "Operating Line." At the point the grid voltage must rise and fall between the
where the line OA crosses the "Operating Line" the operating points No. 1 and No. 2, or from-125
volts to +95 volts. This is a peak swing of 220
plate current is 500 rna. Where 08 crosses the volts and the peak RF grid voltage is 220 volts.
operating line the plate current can be estimated
Let us now use the formulas for output.power
;:o5mL°thmea5Sa%Cemtah?£E:££jftsh:b8.8!Lr£L°,£&fe.thAetwoa8 and driving power:
the plate current is 460 rna, OD 290 rna, OE 75 rna, Output power = 1/2 peak RF plate current x peak
OF and OG 0 rna. Similarly we can estimate the RF plate voltage.
instantaneous screen current at the crossing of OA We found the peak RF plate current to be 230
and the ``Operating Line" as 165 rna, and the in- rna or .230 amperes, and the peak RF plate voltage
stantaneous grid current at 60 rna. Values are read to be 1750 volts.
for the other crossings and written down. These So; Output Power = 1/2 x .230 x 1750 = 201 watts,
values are put in simple columns for calculating: and Input Power=DC Plate Current x DC Plate Voltage
=.132 x 2000 =264 watts
Plate Dissipation = DC Input Power-RF Output Power
~ . . . S`EPP]!q9_d Instantaneous values of currents =264-201 =63 watts
Crossing of Name in
I-irie--Formulas Plate Screen Control Grid Efficiency = E% 9nu#tp::,\evfr divided by
OA 500 Ma 165 Ma 60 Ma
= 201/264 = 76%
08 510 100 50
0C 460 25 30
OD 290 5 14 g:]tvf88D:i°vYnegpovi=ep€.8i;dxc2u2rorent=X2?2eakatRtFGridvoltage
0E 8000 The power consumed by the bias source is simply
OF 000 the product of the DC grid current and the DC grid
Now in order to obtain the DC value of plate, voltage, or .010 x 120 = 1.2 watts.
screen, and control grid currents the formula (see The difference between the driving power and the
computor) says to add up the above values but use power consumed by the bias source is the power
only one-half of the A values (giving 250 rna for dissipated on the control grid, or 2.2-1.2 = 1.0
plate, 82 rna for screen, and 30 rna for grid), and watts.
then divide by 12, as follows: The power dissipated on the screen grid is simply
DC Meter Reading = 1/12 (0.5 A+B+C+D+E+F) the product of the DC screen current and the DC
Plate Screen Control Grid screen voltage, because the screen grid has no
250 Ma 82Ma 30Ma impedance between it and the DC screen supply.
510 100 50 Thus it is .018 x 250 = 4.5 watts.
460 25 30
290 5 14 The performance of the tube can now be sum-
80 marized :
Total 1590 Ma 212 Ma 124 Ma 2.2 Watts
DC Current = 1/12 Total = Bgspclra::nvvo:#f:e2288V8i::
132 Ma l8 Ma 10Ma DC Grid Voltage -120 Volts
DC Plate Current 132 Ma i?:ii;¥§:*::s#%:°unt2±6§¥§±!§
Now to calculate the RF output power it is nec- DC Screen Current 18 Ma Plate Power Output 201 Watts
essary to use the formula for the peak RF current DC Grid current 10Ma Plate Dissipation 63 Watts
Peak RF Grid
which is present in the tube plate current. Since Voltage 220 Volts
we are using the tube as a straight RF power. am-
REFERENCES
plifier we use the formula for "Peak Fundamental
RF" as shown on the computor. (If we were esti- 1.E;vFe.wcshcaiT:£;t."Spsa±gmep3[;fi4?doc¥oabremr°]ng;§6Ana[ys£SJ"
mating the performance of a doubler or tripler we 2. H. P. Thomas, "Determination of Grid Driving Power
would use the formula for "Peak 2nd Harmonic in Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers," Proc. IRE,
RF" or ``Peak 3rd Harmonic RF".) Vol. 21, pp. 1134-1141; August 1933
From the computor we see that the forinula for 3. Fe.rfGo.r#iangceeneJi "£iFnps[ifii:tdin¥etTh£S8s,£9r pcr%¥P¥#E?
the peak fundamental RF current is: January 1937
1/12(A+1.935Bo+±.38oC|al.41D+E+0.52F) 4. R. I. Sarbacher, "Graphical Determ`ination of PA
A= Performance," Electronics; December 1942
1.93 8 = 1.93x 510 = 985 5. R. I. Sarbacher, "Performance of Self Biased
1.73 C = 1.73x 460 = 796 Modulated Amplifier," Electronics; April 1943
1.41 D = 1.41x 290 = 409 6.68:asstsan9.cfr¥8|ftfi8ia:aa!€gr]iasttfi°cE,S„¥i]ihacTAhpepifcfadtio°£
E= 80=80
Total = 2770 Ma Bulletin Number 4
Peak fundamental current = 1/12 Total 7. "Vacuum Tube Ratings," Eimac Application Bulletin
= 2770/12 = 230 Ma Number 6
8. Robert H. Brown, "Harmonic Amplifier Design," Proc.
We now have the various current values. In IRE, Vol. 35 pp. 771-777; August 1947
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When, in 1936, government engineers first tried Eimac tubes as pulsed oscillators,
radar became a reality in the United States. The ability of standard Eimac tube types
to withstand voltages many times in excess of their maximum CW ratiligs and to de-
liver high orders of emission current over relatively long periods of time made pos-
sible the attainment of the high peak power required for a practical radar system.
Throughout the years since 1936, the development of improved pulse equipment
has been paced by mew Eimac tubes and the continual improvement of existing types
for better and more reliable operation under pulsed conditions.
Important milestones in the use of Eimac tubes in pulse service are :
• Eimac looT tubes used as pulsed VHF oscillators in the Navy's first radar tests at
sea aboard the USS New York in 1938.
• Eimac VT-127's, a modification of the looT used as oscillators and Eimac 304T's
used as modulators in the SCR-268, one of the Army's first radar sets.
• Eimac 15E and 15R miniature transmitting tubes developed for and used as pulsed
oscillators and high voltage rectifiers in ASB airborne search radar.
• Eimac 327A and 227A tubes developed for use as pulsed oscillators in Navy Search
radar sets of the SC and SK series.
• Eimac 527 tube developed for and used in SK-lM and SR radar for high-power
search.
• Eimac loooT, later modified for mass production and designated 6C21, used as
modulator for the Armys famous SCR-584 radar.
During World War 11 Eimac produced meal.ly 2 million tubes of its own design for
pulse service. In the process of developing and producing these tubes Eimac has
gained ``kmow how" about the pulse operation of tubes which is unequaled in the
vacuum tube industry. This knowledge has made it possible to develop new tubes
having outstanding characteristics for pulse operation. Among these tubes are oscil-
lators and amplifiers capable of delivering pulse powers from a few tens of kilowatts
to megawatts and modulators which will key currents fl.om a few amperes to hundreds
of amperes.
Years of experience have been gained regarding the pulse capabilities of standard
Eimac types. Some of this information is presented on the following pages. However,
many pulse applications are so specialized in nature that they do not lend themselves
to general rules or tabular presentation. If youl. problem is of this sort, avail yourl
self of the services of the Eimac Field Engineering Department.
REVISED 2-I-55
onds can be computed by using the accom- RF S®rvice RF Service Pulse Max. Grid Factor
Tube Type Plate Grid Modu'®to, Sc,eon Long
panying curve and table. Pulsed Pulsed seryice Voltage Pulse
Kilovo',s Kilovo'ts Ki'ovol,S Kilovo'ts Operation.
As long as the off-time between pulses is 5
seconds or more the pulse may be repeated 2C39A 3.5
even though the maximum tube capability for 3C24 I 0 7.5 15 .68
3X2500A3 5 0 .68
a given pulse length is utilized. Because the I I
3X2500F3 I 5 I 0 .68
grid dissipation is the principal limitation, 3X3000Al 5 0
the curve and table give factors to compute
I I .68
3X3000Fl I 5 I 0 .68
the permissible grid dissipation during the 3W5000A3 5 I 0
.68
pulse. The product of the two factors is the 3W5000F3 15 0 •68
number of times the rated grid dissipation 3W I O.000A3 '5 **
can be exceeded for a given pulse duration.
4E27A/5-125B 9 2.0
The factor from the curve is to be used di- 12 18 I.68
4-65A 10 7.5 '5 2.0 .57
rectly for the plate and screen dissipation.
4-I 25A 2 9 '8 2.0 I.87
When first running up the voltage on a tube 4-250A I 5 I 0 20 2.5 2.7
in pulse service, or after the tube has been idle for 4-400A 15 '0 20 2.5 2.7
some time, occasional internal flash breakdowns in a
4- I O00A 20 15 30 2.5 I.54
tube are to be expected. The circuit should be de- 4PR60A 20 I.5
signed so that the high rush of current and resulting 4W20.000A 20*** **.q5
15 30 5.0
high transient voltage surges will not be destructive 4X I 50A 7 2 3 I.0
to equipment. The transients, due to momentary 4X 150D 7 2 3 I.0
breakdown of the insulation of the vacuum space, 4X 150G 7 2 3 I.0
have very high frequency components. As a conse- 4X500A 10 7.5 '5 2.0
4X500F 10 7.5 '5 2.0 .95
fnude::te:nh±grvs°5;:Eesgawp!s],[bdye::::Pc£;::;:o:r:]£d]ejand. 6C2l 20 15 30
ductance filters are often used to dissipate or divert 15E 12.5 10 15
this energy into harmless channels. 25T 10 7.5 15 .77
Protective devices should be designed to remove 35T 10 7.5 15 .84
the applied voltage quickly when a breakdown oc- 35TG 10 7.5 15 .84
curs. If overload protective action is fast, and the UH-50 5 4 7.5
regulation of the source voltage poor enough, no 75TH 2 9 '7 .67
damage to the tube will result and operation can 75TL 2 9 17 .62
be resumed. I OOTH 5 '0 20 I.0'
100TL 5 10 20
No guarantee is made that the tube will not break I.11
304TL 12 9 18 .65
327A 20 5 30
The maximum capabilities of a thoriated tungsten 450TH 20 5 30 I.0,
+ube in pulse §orvico when the pulse duration i§ 450TL 20 5 30 I.0
bet`^reen 0.I seconds and 2.5 seconds can bo com- 527 20 8 30
pu+ed by using +l`e accompanying curve and table.
592 / 3-200A3 '8 5 25
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750TL 20 5 30 I.09
I 000T 20 5
DIS SIP ATl 0N F ACTORS FO A 30 I.I
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desire.d pulse cluration
equations:
t;mes can be determined by using the following
4W20,000A Grid 39
Max. Grid Dissipation.
kw- pulse duration (millisec)
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriated Tungsten
Vol,age 6.3 yol+s
® MECHANICAL
Current 3.0 amperes
APPL.CATION
MECHANICAL Cooling-The 2-25A is cooled by convoc+ion and radiation.
Clearance should be provided around +he glass envelope ade-
Mollnling-The 2-25A mug+ be mounted vcr+ically with the
base either down or up. The lead to the pla+e terminal of the quate for the free circulation of air. An Eimac HR-I Heat
Dissipating Connec+oi or equivalen+ is required on the pla+e
tube should be flexible.
+erminal,
The small 4-pin base fits an E. F. Johnson Co. No 122-224,
The maximum temperature a+ the plate seal must no+ ex-
a Na+ional Co. No. XC-4 or CIR4, or an equivalent socke+. In
some circuits, particularly those of the voltage multipliers illus-
ceed 225°C. A convenient accessory for measuring this tom-
perature is "Tempilaq", a +®mpera+uro-sonsi+ivo lacquer available
:I:tnedd.a;: .:n:::ia2+'or's+. ::Y OEe aneschees:: ryoft°,n:uiautn,+ngth:ast°ecr;:,: :: from the Tempil Corporation,132 W. 22nd St.. New York 11,
provicle adequate insula+ion +o ground. N.Y.
Fiknen. Oputen-For maximum tube life, +he filament relative to the effec+ive load resistance seen by each +ube.
Tlie circui+ diagrams and +abulation in Fig. 2 are so arranged
voltage. as measured at the base pins. Should be the rated
and labeled tha+ this required series resistance may be found
value of 6.3 vol+s. Variations must bo [opt wi+hin the range
for a wide range of load conditions. This may be done by de-
from 6.0 to 6.6 volts. In applications which require the diode
termining the value of the following quantities:
to deliver high peat curren+s, i+ is importan+ +o maintain the
filament voltage at the rated value. Ec is the filter-input d-c voltage. While this is usually the
en+ire load voltage, in tlie case of vol+age multipliers it is +he
CAUTION SHOULD BE OBSERVED WHEN MEASURING
load voltage divided by +he multiplication factor.
RECTIFIER FILAMENT VOLTAGE. THE FILAMENT CIR-
CUIT MAY BE AT HIGH POTENTIAL. Ip is +he d-c current per tube. This is the entire load cur-
ren+ only in the case of the simple half-wave rectifier or half-
The tlioriated-tungsten {ilamen+ of the 2-25A reaches oper- or full-wave multiplier. In the case of full-wave cen+er-tapped
ating +emperature in a fraction of a second after applica+ion or bridge rectifiers, lp is half the load current.
of vol+age. Plate voltage may b® applied §imul+aneously with
Rc is the total charging-circui+ resistance. A certain mini-
filament voltage.
mum value of charging-circui+ resis+ance is necessary to limit
Pkrfe Operdi®n-With low room illumina+ion, +he pla+e of the peak value of current to which the tubes will be subjected
the 2-25A begins to show color es the maximum plate dissipa- under given load conditions. Tllis roquirod minimum depends
+ion rating of 15 wet+s is approached. The maximum poak upon the d-c current per tube (I p), and has been tabulated in
inverse voltage rating of 25.000 volts should no+ be oxceoded at Fig. 2 as a percentage of the effec+ive load resistance per tube
any time. (Ec/lp). The +o+al charging-circui+ resis+ance involves +he in-
tornal resistance of the rec+ifier tube, Rp. +he added series
P~nce-The accompanying +able shows some maximum
resis+or. Rs, and the oquivalen+ internal resistance of the a-c
performance capabili+ies of the 2-25A when used as a power- vol+age supply, Ri.
supply rectifier.
Rp is +he plate resis+ance of the 2-25A, which may be
2-25A MAXIMUM-PERFORMANCE CAPABILITIES
taken as 1200 ohms.
Cap®citoi-Input Filter Choke-Input Filter
Circuit Ri is the equivalen+ in+ernal resis+ance of the supply. This
Type
:vo;i:'a:g:e:t, D-i:g3u!,:ut D-8,u:'a:;nEu, D-i:3a:i,:ut Diu:Hut may be taken as the regulation of the high-voltage supply ex-
pressed as a decimal multiplied by the load resistance used
?ihnags'e:- 8800 10, 000 40
Ha1f- in measuring this regulation.
W irve
Single. Rs is the series resistor which mus+ be inser+ed in the
Phase. 88001 10, COO cO 79cO loo charging circuit to bring +he total charging-circuit resistance
Ful'-
Wave (Rc) up to +he required minimum. Its value may be found
Single-
from +he formula associa+od wi+h each of the circuits of Fig. 2.
17,600 20,COO cO 15,800 loo
s:iads;: This resistor must be inserted in such a position in +he circui+
lone-half the transformer secondary voltage.
that i+ protects all +ubes.
Naximllm lLC CIIrrel. Ratings -Plo+e dissipation rather than Tubes may be opera+ed in parallel to incr®aso the ou+put
peak current usually limits +ho d-c current whicl` the 2-25A capability in a given circuit. When +wo +ubes are placed in
is capable of doliv®ring +o the load. Because the plate dissi-
parallel at eacli place where one is shown in the circuits of Fig.
pation associated wi+h a given d-c current d®ponds upon the 2] the plate resistance (Rp) will be half as great and the
amoun+ of ripple and i+s wave-shape, circuit conditions will maximum allowable load current twice as great as indica+ed.
d®+ermine the maximum d-c current rating of the tube.
Pellk Inverse Y®hag.-The peak inverse vol+age rating of
Chche-Inpll. Fiber-The maximum d-c current rating of the
the 2-25A is 25,000 volts. In single-phase power-supply rectifier
2-25A is 50 milliamperes when the load incorporates a choke-
circuits +he peak inverse voltage to be used in design is +he
input filter with the ''critical" value (or larger) of input
inductance (Li in Fig.I):
peak a-c supply voltage (I.41 times Elms in Fig. 2) in the
case of bridge circuits, and twice this value in the case of half-
Lo-# for f ull-wave single-phase rectifiers, and full-wave rec+ifiers and vol+age multipliers. Peak inverse
voltage in tliree-phase operation depends upon the circuit em-
Lo-R# for half-wave three-phase rectifiers, ployed. and will be found listed in +Lie hdndboo[s.
Lo-# for full-wave +hree-phase rectifiers, Specid APplicdion-The ratings given for capaci+or-input
filter circuits assume values of inpu+ capacitance large enough
where: Lo= "critical'' value of inpu+ inductance (henries), to hold the ripple to a low value. In special applications where
f = supply-line frequency (cycles per second), a larger percent ripple is tolerable. and filter capacitance
is low, the 2-25A is capable of larger d-c ou+put currents.
Reff = :::d ::::::; (av:I::i.
As a unidirec+ional conduc+or in d-c circuits whore tlie
Choke-input fil+eps are no+ normally used wi+h single-phase current is con+inuous and the percent ripple is moderate, the
half-wave rec+i{iers. maximum current rating of the 2-25A is 90 milliamperes.
Capacioer-Input Finer-The 2-25A is par+icularly suitable for Tl`e pla+a cliarac+®ris+ic curve for +he 2-25A serves as a
power-supply applications demanding high voltage et low guide to special applications. The maximum pla+e dissipation
current. Under +hose condi+ions capacitor-inpu+ fil+er circui+s ra+ing of 15 watts, the maximum peak inverse voltage rating of
become desirable. Tlie maximum d-c current rating of the 2-25A 25,000 vol+s, and tlle maximum peak plate current of I.0 ampere
when no input choke is incorporated in the filter depends upon must no+ bo exceeded.
L'00000
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Eimac 2-25A Maximum D-C Current Ratings for R-C Fil+er Applications
D-C Pla+® Current (I p) 35.0 37.5 40.0 42.5 45.0 47.5 50.0 milliamperos per +ube
percent of EffectiveLoadResistanceperTube(Ec/lp)
I.3 2.0 3.4 5.5 9.0 16 27
?;::|itcR::?sitnagn-ce(R.,
Fig. 2. Eimac 2-25A Basic R-C Circuits (for any one o{ +he indicdt®d lodds|
Ri = Equivelont resistance of voltage source.
Rp= 1200 olims (600 ohms for +wo +ubes in parallel)
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PLATE VOLTAGE--VOLTS
The Eimac 2-50A diode is a high-vacuum rectifier in+ended for use in recti-
fier uni+s] voltage mul+ipliers, or in special applications. whenever conditions of
extreme ambient +emperatures, high operating frequency. high peak inverse
vol+ages, or +he produc+ion of high-frequency transients would prevent the use
of gas-filled rec+ifier +ubes.
The 2-50A has a maximum d-c curren+ rating of 75 milliamperes and a maxi-
mum peak inverse vol+age rating of 30,000 vol+s. Cooling is by convection and
radiation.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filamen+: Thoriated Tungs+en
Vol+age - . - - 5.0 yol+s
IVIECHANICAL
Ei] Base - - -Medium 4-pin bayone+
Basing-.---.- Refer to outline drawing
Socket--.--.- Refer to discussion under "Application"
Mounting posi+ion ----- - -Vertical, base down or up
Cooling------- - - Convection and radiation
Maximum Temperature of plate seal - - .----- 225OC
Recommended Heat Dissipating Plate Connector ----- Eimac HR-3
Maximum Overall Dimensions:
Length -
Diameter
Netweight - -
Shipping Weigh+ (approx.)
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APPLICATION
MECHANICAL on stand-off insulators, or on a sheet of insulating rna+erial, to
provide adequate insulation +o ground.
Mounting-The 2-50A mus+ be mounted vertically with +he
base ei+her down or up. The lead to the plate terminal of the Cooling-The 2-50A is cooled by convection and radiation.
tube should be flexible. Clearanc® sl`ould bo provided around the glass envelope ade-
The medium 4-pin base fits an I. F. Johnson Co. No. 122- qua+e for tl`e free circula+ion o{ air. An Eimac HR-3 Heat Dissi-
224. a National Co. No. XC-4 or CIR-4. or an equivalent socke+. pating Connector or equivalent is required on the plate terminal.
In some circui+s, par+icularly those of the voltage multipliers The maximum tempera+Ore at the plato seal must not exceed
illustrated in Fig. 2. it may be necessary +o moun+ +ho socke+ 225°C. A convenien+ accessory for measuring tl`is tomporatur®
Performance-The accompanying table shows some maximum resistor, Rs. and the equivalent internal resistance of the a-c
voltage supply, Ri.
performance capabilities of the 2-50A when used as a power-
supply rectifier. Rp is +he plate resis+ance of the 2-50A. which may be
Maximum D-C Curren. Rofings-Plate dissipation rather than Tubes may be operated in parallel to increase the output
peak current usually limits the d-c current which +he 2-50A capabili+y in a given circuit. When two tubes are placed in
is capable of delivering to the load. Because the pla+e dissipa- parallel at each place where one is shown in +he circuits of Fig.
tion associated with a given d-c current depends upon the 2, the plate resistance (Rp) will be half as grea+ and the maxi-
amount of ripple and its wave-shape, cil'cuit conditions will de- mum allowable load current twice as great as indicated.
termine +he maximum d-c current rating of +he tube.
Peak Inverse YolTage-The peak inverse voltage rating of
Clloke-Input lil.er-The maximum d-c current rating of the +he 2-50A is 30,000 volts. In single-phase power-supply rectifier
2-50A is 75 milliamperes when the load incorporates a choke- circuits the peak inverse voltage to be used in design is the
input filter with the "cri+ical'' value (or larger) of input in-
peak a-c supply voltage (I.41 +imes Erms in Fig. 2) in the case
ductance (Li in Fig.I): of bridge circuits, and twice this value in the case o{ half- and
full-wave rectifiers and voltage multipliers. Peak inverse voltage
Lo = # for full-wave single-phase rectifiers,
in three-phase operation depends upon the circuit employed, and
will be found lis+ed in the handbooks.
Lo =# for half-wave three-phase rectifiers,
Special APplicati®ns-The ratings given for capacitor-input
Lo =6# for full-wave three-pllase rectifiers, filter circuits assume values of input capacitance large enough
to hold the ripple to a low value. In special applications where
where: Lo ="critical" value o{ input inductance (henries),
a larger percent ripple is tolerable, and filter capacitance is low.
f =supply-line frequency (cycles per second),
the 2-50A is capable of larger d-c output currents.
Load vol+age (volts)
Reff - As a unidirectional conductor in d-c circuits where the
Load current (amps)
current is continuous and +he percent ripple is modera+e. the
Cho[e-inpu+ fil+ers are not normally used with single-phase maximum current rating of the 2-50A is 145 milliamperes.
half-wave rectifiers.
The plate characteristic curve for the 2-50A serves as a
Capaci.®r.Inpul Filter-The 2-50A is particularly suitable for guide to special applications. The maximum plate dissipation
power-supply applications demanding high voltage at low cur- rating of 30 watts, the maximum peak inverse voltage rating of
ren+. Under +hese conditions capacitor-inpu+ filter circuits 30,000 volts, and the maximum peal plate current of I.0 ampere
become desirable. The maximum d-c current ra+ing of the 2-50A must not be exceeded.
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Eimac 2-50A Maxium D-C Current Ratings for R-C Fil+er Applications
percent of effectiveLoadResistanceperTube(Ec/lp)
Total Charging-CircuitResistance (Rc)
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Fig. 2 Eimac 2-50A Basic R-C Circuits (for any one of tl`o indicated loads)
Ri = Equivalent resistance of voltage soiJrco
Rp= 1000 ohms (500 ohms for two +ubes in parallel)
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PLATE VOLTAGE--VOLTS
PRINTED ]N U. S. A, 2-FI-7623I
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The Eimac 2-150D is a high vacuum diode rectifier intended for use in
rectifier units, voltage multipliers, or in special applications, whenever con-
ditions of extreme ambient temperatures, high operating frequency, high
peak inverse voltages, or the production of high-frequency transients would
prevent the use of gas-filled rectifier tubes.
The 2-150D has a maximum d-c current rating of 250 milliamperes
and a maximum peak inverse voltage rating of 30,000 volts. CooHng is by
convection and radiation.
A single 2-150D will deliver 200 Inilliamperes at 11,800 volts to a
capacitor-input filterwith 10,600 volts single-phase supply. Four 2-150D's in
a bridge circuit will deliver 500 milliamperes at 19,000 volts to a choke-input
filter with 21,200 volts single-phase supply.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
MECHANICAL
Base-------r----- 50-watt jumbo 4-pin bayonet
Basing------------ - Refer to outline drawing
Socket ----------- Refer to discussion under ``Application"
Mounting position ---------- - Vertical, base down or up
Cooling------------- - Convection and Radiation
Maximum Temperature of plate seal ------ .---- 225OC
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percent of Effec+iveLoadResistanceper
Total Charging- 3.9 9.6 27
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Circui+ Rests+ance (Rc) Tube (Ec/Ip)
+imes Filter-InputD-CVoltage(Ec)
A-C Supply Voltage(E.ms) 0.78 0.82 0.90 I.07 I.50
Fig. 2 Eimac 2-150D Basic R-C Circui+s (for any one of the indica+ed loads)
Ri=Equivalent resistance o{ vol+age source
Rp=300 ohms ( 150 ohms for two tubes in parallel)
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The Eimac 2-240A is a high vacuum diode rectifier intended for use in
rec+ifier uni+s, voltage multipliers, or in special applications, whenever condi-
tions of extreme ambient temperatures, high operating frequency, high peak
inverse voltages. or the produc+ion of high-frequency +ransients would prevent
the use of gas-filled rectifier +ubes.
The 2-240A has a maximum d-c curren+ rating of 500 milliamperes and a
maximum peak inverse voltage rating of 25,000 volts. Cooling is by convec+ion
and radiation.
A single 2-240A will deliver 320 milliamperes at 10,000 volts to a capa-
citor-input filter with 9.000 volts single-phase supply. Four 2-240A's in a bridge
circuit will deliver I .0 ampere at 16,000 volts to a choke-input fil+er wi+h 18,000
volts single-phase supply.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filamen+: Thoria+ed Tungsten
Voltage---.-.- 7.5 yolts
ri MECHANICAL
Current------- 12.0 amperes
APPLICATION
MECHANICAL the socke+ on stand-off insula+ors, or on a shoo+ of insule+:ng
material, to provide adoqua+® insulation to ground.
Mounling-The 2-240A must be mounted vertically with the
base ei+her down or up. The lead +o the pla+e terminal o{ the Cooling-The 2-240A is cooled by conv®c+ion and radiation.
+ube should be flex:ble. Clearance should bo provided around tl`e glass envelope ade-
The 50-watt iumbo 4-pin bayone+ base fits an E. F. John- quate for +he tree circulation of air. An Eimac HR-6 Heat
Dissipating Connoctor or equivalent is required on the plato
son Co. No.123-2l I, a Na+ional Co. No. XM-50, or an equiva-
t®rmina'.
lent socke+. In some circuits. particularly those of the voltage
multipliers iHustra+ed in Fig. 2, it may be necessary to moun+ The maximum temperature at the plato §®dl mus+ not exceed
(Effective 10-21-59) Copyright 1?59 by Eitel-Mccullough. Inc. Indicates Chaiige From Sheet Dated 10-31-57
APPLICATION IContinued)
225°C. A convenient accessory for measuring this tempera+ure rent. Under these conditions capaci+or-input fil+er circuits be-
is "Tempilaq", a temperature-sensi+ive lacquer available from come desirable. The maximum d-c current rating of +he 2-240A
the Tempil Corporation.132 W. 22nd St.. New York 11, N. Y. when no inpu+ choke is incorporated in +he filter depends upon
the total series resistance of +he capacitor-charging circui+ rela-
ELECTRICAL tive +a +he effective load resistance seen by each tube. The
Filamehl Operation-For maximum tube life, the filamen+ volt- circui+ diagrams and +abulation in Fig. 2 are so arranged and
®ge, ds moasurod a+ the bdso pins. should be +I)e rated value labeled the+ +his required series resistance may be found for a
of 7.5 vol+§. Variations must be kept wi+hin the range from wide range of load conditions. This may bo done by de+ermin-
7.15 to 7.85 volts. In applications which require +ho diode to ing the value of the following quantities:
deliver high peak currents, it is important to maintain the
Ec is +he filter-input d-c voltage. Wliile this is usually the
filament voltage at the rated value. All four §ock®t terminals
en+ire load vol+ago, in the case of voltage multipliers i+ is the
should be used, placing two in parallel for each filament con-
load vol+age divided by the mul+iplica+ion factor.
nection.
Ip is the d-c curren+ per +ube. This is tlie entire load current
CAUTION SHOULD BE OBSERVED WHEN MEASURING
only in +he case of the simple half-wave rectifier or half- or
RECTIFIER FILAMENT VOLTAGE. THE FILAMENT CIR-
full-wave multiplier. In the case of full-wave center-tapped or
CUIT MAY BE AT HIGH POTENTIAL.
bridge rectifiers. Ip is half tlle load current.
The tlioriated-tungsten filament of the 2-240A reaches op-
Rc is the total charging-circuit resistance. A certain mini-
era+ing temperature in a frac+ion of a second after application
mum value of charging-circuit resis+Once is necessary to limi+
of voltage. Plate voltage may be applied simultaneously wi+h
the peak value of current to which the tubes will be subjected
filament voltage. All four socLet terminals should be used,
under given load conditions. This required minimum depends
putting two in parallel for each filament connection.
upon the d-c current per tube (lp), and has been tabulated in
Plate Operation-With low room illumination, the plo+e of the Fig. 2 as a percentage of the effective load resis+Once per tube
2-240A begins to show color as the maximum plate dissipation (Ec/lp). The +otal charging-circui+ resistance involves the in-
rating of 150 watts is approached. The maximum peak inverse ternal resistance of the rec+if er tube, Rp, the added series
vol+ago rating of 25,000 volts should not be exceeded a+ any resistor, RS, and the equivalen+ in+ernal resistance of the a-c
time. vol+age supply, Ri.
Perforrrrance-The accompanying table shows some maximum Rp is +he plo+e resistance of the 2-240A. which may be
performance capabili+ies of the 2-240A when used as a power- +aken as 200 ohms.
supply roe+ifi®r.
Ri is the equivalen+ in+ernal resis+ance of the supply. This
2-240A MAXIMUM-PERFORMANCE CAPABILITIES may be taken as the regulation of the high-voltage supply ex-
Capacitor-Input Filter Choke-Input Filter
Circuit
pressed as a decimal multiplied by the load resistance used in
Type measuring this regulation.
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9,000 10,000 0.320
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formula associated with each of +he circuits of Fig. 2. This
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Bridq®
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Maximum D-C Curren. ka.ihgs-Plate dissipation ra+her than parallel at each place where one is shown in tl`e circuits of
Fig. 2. the plate resistance (Rp) will be half as great and the
peal current usually limits the d-c current which the 2-240A is
max:mum allowable load current twice as great as indicated.
capable of delivering to +he load. Because the plate dissipa+ion
associated with a given d-c current depends upon the amount Peak Inverse Voltage-The peak inverse voltage rating o{ the
of ripple and i+s wave-shape, circuit conditions will determine 2-240A is 25,000 vol+s. In single-phase power-supply rectifier
the maximum d-c current rating of the tube. circuits the peak inverse voltage +o be used in design is the
CIl®ke-lllpq. Filler-The maximum d-c current rating of the peak a-c supply vol+age (I.41 +imes E,ms in Fig. 2) in the case
2-240A is 500 milliamperes when +h® load incorporates a choke- of bridge circuits, and twice this value in the case of half- and
input filter with +lie ''criticdl'' value (or ldrg®r) of input induct- full-wave rectifiers and voltage multipli®rs. Peak inverse voltage
®nco (L I in Fig. I ): in three-phase opera+ion depends upon the circuit employed and
will be found listed in the handbooks.
Lo-#, for full-wave single-phase r®ctifier§,
Special ^pplicoli®ns-The ra+ing§ given for capacitor-input
where: Lo= "critic.I" value of input inductanc® (henrios). As a unidirectional conductor in d-c circuits where the cur-
f = supply-line frequency (cycles per second), rent is continuous and the percent ripple is modera+e, the maxi-
Load voltage (volts) mum curl.ent rating of the 2-240A is 800 milliamperes.
Reff -
Load current (amps|
The plate characteristic curve for the 2-240A serves as a
Choke-input fil+ors are not normally used with single-pliaso
guide +o special applications. The
plate dissipa+ion maximum
half-wave r®ctifier§. rating of 150 wa+ts, the maximum peak inverse voltage rating of
Capaci.®r-lnpu. Filter-The 2-240A is perticularly suitdblo for 25,000 volts, and tl`e maximum peak plate current of 4.0 am-
power-Supply applications d®m®nding higl` voltage ®t low ctJr- pores must not be exceeded.
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Eimac 2-240A Maximum D-C Curren+ Ratings for R-C Fil+or Appl:cations
D-C Plat® Current (lp) 280 300 320 340 360 380 400 milliamperos pot tube
percent of EffectiveLoadResist.ncoperTube(Ec/lp)
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Fig. 2 Eimac 2-240A Basic R-C Circui+s (for any one of the indica+ed loads)
Ri=Equivalon+ resistance of voltage source
Rp=200 ohms (loo ohms for +wo +ubos in parallel)
300 400 500 600 700
PLATE VOLTAGE-VOLTS
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Filament: Thoriated Tungsten M£7t. Nom. Mcz#.
Voltage ----- 7.5 volts
Current ----- 25.0 28.0 amperes
MECHANICAL
Base ------------ 4-pin, metal shell
Socket ------ E. F. Johnson co. 124-214 or equivalent
Operating position ------- vertical, base down or up
Recorrmended plate connector ------ Eimac HR-8
Maximum Operating Temperatures :
Plate seal ----------- 225°C
` Envelope ----------- 250oC
Net weight ------------ 2.4 pounds
Shipping weight (approximate) ------- 9 pounds
COOLING
The temperature of the plate seal and envelope must not be allowed to exceed 225°C and
250°C respectively. When several tubes are being operated in the same compartment and at or near
maximum rated plate dissipation, forced-air cooling is required. In any event, it should be remem-
bered that the listed temperatures are maximums and that lower operating temperatures will result
in longer life and improved reliabhity. The use of a temperature-sensitive paint, sparingly applied
in the referenced areas, is recommended to determine the effectiveness of the cooling employed in
any given installation.
MAXIMUM RATINGS
Peak Inverse plate voltage ---- 30,000 MAX. VOLTS
Plate Dissipation ------ 450 MAX. WATI`S
D-C plate current ------ 1 MAX. AMPERE
Peak plate current ----- 8 MAX. AMPERES
CHOKE-INPUT FILTER
The maximum d-c current rating of the 2-450A is 1.0 amperes when the load incorporates a
choke-input filter with the "critical" value (or larger) of input inductance. This value may be calcu-
lated fro=o±h±P{P§:;I;f;:::¥::uLa beL°WLo=¥{ifo:;::p:h:X::Vbees Lo=*£{ifo:;f::Pu±T;a3Vfes
where : Lo="critical" value of input inductance ®enries) f=supply-line frequency ( cycles per second)
Load voltage (volts )
Ref(-
Load current (amps)
THESE SPECIFICATloNS ARE BASED 0N DATA APPLICABLE AT PRINTING DATE. SINCE EIMAC HAS A POLICY
0F CONTINUING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT, SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT T0 CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
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a maximum peak inverse voltage rating of 75.000 volts. Cooling is by forced
air, convection. and radiation.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriated Tungsten
Vol,age---.- 10.0 volts
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APPLICATION
MECHANICAL Cooling-The 2-2000A is cooled by forced air. convec+ion. and
radiation. Forced air is required for cooling of +he filamen+
Mounting-The 2-2000A must be mounted vertically with the
a
seals.1{ an E. F. Johnson Co. No.124-214 socket is used, air a+
base either down or up. The lead +o the plate terminal of the a s+a+ic pressure of 4 inches of water measured at the inlet of
+ube should be flexible. the I/4-inch cooling tube in the socke+ will provide sufficient
The special 4-pin base fits an E. F. Johnson Co. No. 124- base cooling. The base of the +ube is provided with a I-inch
214 or an equivalent socket. In some circuits, particularly those diameter hole. If a socket is used with a I-inch diame+er match-
of the voltage multipliers illustrated in Fig. 2, it may be neces- ing hole and the manifold is of the same diameter, a s+atic
sary +o mount the socket on stand-off insulators, or on a sheet pressure of less than 0.I inch of water will be required. Clear-
of insula+ing material, to provide adoquato insulation to ground. ance should be provided around the glass envelope adequate
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APPLICATION (Continued)
rent. Under +hese conditions capacitor-input filter circuits be-
for +he free circula+ion of air. An Eimac HR-8 hea+ Dissipa+ing
come desirable. The maximum d-c current rating of the 2-2000A
Connec+or or equivalent is required on +he plate terminal.
when no input choke is incorporated in the filter doponds upon
The maximum temperature at the plate seal mus+ not ex-
the total series resistance of +he capacitor-charging circuit rela-
ceed 225°C. A convenien+ accessory for measuring this tem-
tive +o +he effective load resistance seen by each tube. The
pera+ure is "Tempilaq", a +emperature-sensitive lacquer avail-
circuit diagrams and tabulation in Fig. 2 are so arranged and
able from the Tempil Corpora+ion. 132 W. 22nd St. New York
labeled that +his required series resistance may be found for a
N. Y.
wide range of load condi+ions. This may be done by deter-
ELECTRICAL mining +he value of +he following quantities:
Filamenl Opera.ion-For maximum +ube life, +he filament volt-
Ec is the filter-input d-c voltage. While this is usually the
tage. as measured at the base pins, should be the rated value
entire load voltage, in the case of voltage mul+ipliors it is the
of 10.0 volts. Varia+ions must be kept within the range from
load voltage divided by tl`e multiplication factor.
9.5 to 10.5 volts. In applications which require the diode to
deliver high peak currents, i+ is important to main+ain the f;la- I p is the d-c current per tube. This is +he entire load current
ment vol+age at +he rated value. All four socket terminals should only in the case o{ +he simple l`alf-wave rec+ifier or half- or
be used, putting +wo in parallel for each filament connection. full-wave multiplier. In the case of full-wave center-tapped or
bridge rectifiers, Ip :s half the load current.
CAUTION SHOULD BE OBSERVED WHEN MEASURING
RECTIFIER FILAMENT VOLTAGE. THE FILAMENT CIR- Rc is the total charging-circuit resistance. A certain mini-
Cult MAY BE AT HIGH POTENTIAL. mum value o{ charging-circuit resistance is n®c®ssary +o limit
The thoria+®d-tungsten filament of +he 2-2000A roaches the peak vdluo of current to which the +ub®s will bo subiectod
operating tomperatur® in a fraction of a §ocond af+or applica- under given load conditions. This r®quii®d minimum d®p®nds
tion of voltage. Plato voltage may be applied simul+.n®ously ilpon +ho d.c current per tube (lp), and has boon tdbulat®d in
with fil.mont voltage. Fig. 2 as a percent.go of +ho o{fectivo load rosistanc® per tube
Plate Operation-The plato o{ the 2-2000A op®rat®s at dull rod (Ec/lp). The total charging-circuit iesistanc® involves the in.
torn.I r®sistanco of the r®ctifior tube, Rp. the add.d .ori®S
color et the maximum plato dissipation rating of 1200 wa+ts.
resistor, Rs, and the oquival®nt int®rn®I r®Sistanc® of +h® a-c
The maximum poak-invor§®-voltago ra+ing of 75,000 volts Should
voltage .upply, Ri.
not bo oxcoodod at any time.
Performance-The accompanying table shows some maximum Rp is th. plato rosistanc® of the 2-2000A, wl`ich may b®
taken as 400 ohms.
por{ormdnco capabili+i®S of the 2-2000A when u!®d ®s . pow®r-
supply rectifier. Ri is the equivdlon+ internal rosistdnco of the supply. This
2.2000A MAXIMUM.PERFORMANCE CAPABILITIES may bo taken as the regulation of the high-voltage supply ®i-
Capacitor-Input Filter Choke-Input Filter
pressed as a docim.I mul+iplied by the .load r®si§tanco used in
Ci,cui' measuring this regulation,
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Rs is +ho series resistor which mus+ bo insortod in tho
charging circuit to bring the to+®l charging-circuit rosis+dnco up
il:a,:,;,- 26,500 31.500 a.600
to the required minimum. Its value may b® found from +h®
W iAV ®
Sinqle- formula associa+od wi+h each of +he circuits of Fig. 2. This rosis-
Pha!e.
26,5001 31,500 I.20 23,BOO I.50 +or must be inser+ed in such a position in the c:rcuit the+ it
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Sjhna9S'ee,- 53.ooo 63,COO I.20 47,600 I.50 Tubes may be operated in parallel to increase the oiitput
Bridge
lone-half the transformer secondary voltage. capabili+y in a given circuit. When two tubes are placed in
Choke-Input Fil.er-The maximum d-c curren+ rating of the peak a-c supply voltage (I.41 times Erms in Fig. 2) in the case
2-2000A is 750 milliamperes when the load incorporates a choke- of bridge circuits. and twice +his value in +he case of half- and
input fil+er with the "cri+ical" value (or larger) o{ input induc- full-wave rectifiers and vol+age multipliers. Peak inverse voltage
tance (Li in Fig.I): in three-phase operation depends upon the circuit employed.
and will be found listed in the handbooks.
Lo= #f for full-wave single-phase rectifiers,
Special APplicolions-The ra+ings given for capacitor-inpu+
power-supply applications demanding high voltage et low cur- amperes must not be exceeded.
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intended for use in high-power rectifier units wheneverhigh peak-inverse voltages,
extreme ambient temperatures, high operating frequency, or theproduction of high-
frequency transients would prevent the use of mercury-vapor or gas-filled rectifier
tubes.
CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
COOLING
Sufficient forced air cooling must beprovidedto maintain seal and anode core temperature at 175.C or below.
Air-flow must be started when filament power is applied and it is advisable to continue air-cooling for two
minutes after all voltages are removed.
The table below lists minimum air-flow requirements to maintain tube temperatures below 175®C with air
flowing in both the base-to-anode and anode-to-base directions. This tabulation presumes air at 40®C and sea
level. A separate supply of approximately six cubic feet per minute, directed into the filament structure is also
required to maintain rated filament seal temperatures. This is best accomplished using a small diameter
insulating tubing directed into the stem, between the filament seals.
Note: An extra 375 watts have been added to these plate dissipation figures in preparing this tabulation, to
compensate for filament dissipation.
For operation at high altitudes or higher ambient temperatures, these quantities should be increased. In all
cases it is suggested that actual temperatures be measured to insure adequate cooling.
(Effective 6-1-63) ® Copyright l9S8-1963 by Eltol-Mccullough, lnc. Prinfod in U.S.A.
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
A ELECTRICAL
Ca+hode: Oxide-cod+ed, Unipotential
Heater voltage -------- - - - 26.0 vol+s
Heater current ------- - - - 2.25 amperes
Minimum Hea+ing Time ----- - - - 3 minu+es
MECHANICAL
MinimumshockTest --- - 200g
Base-.-----, Fits E. F. Johnson Co. Socke+ Number 122-234 or equivalen+
Mounting Position ------------------------- Any
Cooling --------------------- Radiation and convection
Recommended Heat Dissipa+ing plate connector -------- Eimac HR-8 ~~
Maximum Over-All Dimensions
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RATINGS
MAXIMUM RATINGS-Pulse Modulator S®rvic® (Per Tube) TYPICAL OPERATION
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE - - - 20 MAX. KILOVOLTS Pulse Modulator (Per Tub®|
D-c SCREEN yoLTAeEi - - I.5 MAX. KILOVOLTS
D-C plato volt®g® - 15.8 20.0 Lilovolts
D-C GRID VOLTAGE2 - - - -I.0 MAX. KILOVOLT Pulse Plo+a Curr®n+ -
PEAK POSITIVE GRID VOLTAGE - 300 MAX. VOLTS D-C Scr®®n Voltage - ::z8 :fig :iToPv:i%
PEAK PLATE CURRENT - - 18 MAX. AMPERES Pulse Scr®on Curr®nt* 4.0 3.0 ®mpor®§
D-C Grid vohag® - . -boo too volts
PEAK POSITIVE PLATE VOLTAGE - 25 MAX. KILOVOLTS I.I I.I ampore§
Puls® Grid -Curr®nt* - .
PLATE DISSIPATION (AVERAGE) - cO MAX. WATTS Pulse Posi+iv® Grid Volt.go loo loo Yolt§
SCREEN DISSIPATloN (AVERAGE) 8 MAX. WATTS Du+y--.- .001 .001
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DUTY Peak plato Current -
Fol peak plate currents in exce!§ of 5 ampei.es. the duty shall not
exc®od a.col, end the product of p®ak current in amp®r®S end pulse
Pulse power Input - 2i: 3!: :iT.pwo.r%
duration in microseconds shall not exceed 40. The tube Shall not be Pulse power ou+put - 210 305 kilowatts
operated lor longer then 5 microseconds in any loo microsecol`d Plo+a Output Vol+ego 15.0 I?.0 Lilovolts
interval. ]Screen grid series protective resistance shall be 20,000 ohms. minimum.
For peak plate current values of less tlian 5 amp®r®s, the piilse
2Control grid series resistance shall be 100.000 ohms. maxlmum.
dtiratioli<ur.ont factor of 40 applies. and the plate dissipation rating
of 60 watts determines the maximum permissible duty. '^pproximate values.
(Eff®ctiv® 3.22-54) Copyright 1%4 by Eit®I-Mccullough, lnc. Indicates change tram sheet dated 8-15-52.
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APPLICATION
MECHANICAL value of 26.0 volts. Variations in heater vol+age
Mounting-The 4PR60A may be mounted and must be kep+ within the range from 23.4 to 28.6
operated in any posi+ion. A flexible connecting yolts.
s+rap should be provided be+ween the plate ter- Screen Dissipation-The average power dissipated
minal and the ex+ernal plate circuit. by +he screen of the 4PR60A must not exceed
The 4PR60A is designed to withstand 200g eight wa+ts. A pro+ective series resis+ance of not
shocks of short duration transferred +o +he tube less than 20,000 ohms must be inserted in +he
through clamps on the metal skir+. Such clamps screen-vol+age supply circuit and +he screen
must be shaped +a fit the contour of +he skir+ and should be adequately by-passed directly +o the
must be fastened to the tube before being tight- cathode by means of a sui+able capacitor.
ened +o the chassis in order that no distor+ing Plole Voltage-The plate-supply vol+age for the
force will be applied. No lateral pressure or 4PR60A should no+ exceed 20 kilovolts. In circui+s
clamping ac+ion should be applied to the base pins
or to any part of the tube other than the skirt.
employing inductive loading, the peak
eous plate voltage should not exceed 25 kilovolts.
instantan-
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The skirt is internally connected to the cathode. Plate Dissipation-Under normal operating condi-
Adequate Yen+ilation mus+ be provided so +ha+ +ions, +he plate dissipa+ion of +he 4PR60A should
+he seals and envelope under operating conditions not be allowed to exceed 60 watts. plate dissipa-
do not exceed 2oo°C. tion in excess of maximum rating is permissible for
short periods of +ime, such as during adiustment
ELECTRICAL procedures. The 4PR60A should not be operated
Heater Yolfoge-The heater vol+age. as measured without a heat dissipating plate connector such
direc+ly a+ trie heater pins, should be the ra+ed as the recommended Eimac HR-8.
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
MECHANICAL
Minimum shock Test ----- -.--- _ _ ..-- 190g,0.5mshalf sine
Base---.------ Fits E. F. Johnson Co. Socket Number 122-234 or equivalent
Mounting position ------ ----------------- A:fry
Cooling--------- ---------- Radiationandconvection
Recommended Heat Dissipating Plate Connector - Eimac HR-8
MaximumsealandEnvelopeTemperatures - - - - 2000c
Maximum Over-All Dimensions
Length--.---.--- 6.000 inches
Diameter--------- 3.063 inches
Net weight -.---------- 12 ounces
Shipping Weight - - . I ...... 2.5 pounds
RATINGS
MAXIMUM RATINGS-Pulse Modulator Service (Per Tube) TYPICAL OPERATION
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE ---- 20MAX:X. KILOVOLTS Pulse Modulator (Per Tube)
DIC SCREEN VOLTAGE - - - 1 .5 MA:X. KILOVOLTS D-Cplatevoltage --- 16.0 kilovolts
D-C GRID VOLTAGEt ---- -1.0 MAX. KILOVOLT Pulse Plate Current - - 10.0 amperes
PEAK POSITIVE GRID VOLTAGE - COO MA,X. VOLTS D-C screen voltcige -- I.25 ki I ovolts
PEAK PLATE CURRENT - - - 18 MAX. AMPERES Pulsescreen current* -- I.8 amperes
PEAK POSITIVE PLATE VOLTAGE 25 N^A:X. KILOVOLTS D-CGridvoltage - - - -550 volts
PLATE DISSIPATION (AVERAGE) . 60 MAX. WATTS PulseGridcurrent* -- 0.20 ampere
SCREEN DISSIPATION (AVERAGE) 8 MAX. WATTS Pulse Positive Grid Voltage 30 volts
GRID DISSIPATION (AVERAGE) - 1 MAX. WATT Duty------- 0.0025
tEffective grid-circuit resistance must not exceed loo,000 ohms. Pulselnputpower . -- kilowatts
Pulseoutputpower - - ki lowatts
Pulseoutputvoltage - - kilovolts
(Effective 2.15-62) Copyright 1962 by Eitel-Mccullough, lnc. Printed in U.S.A. *Approximate value.
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APPLICATION
MECHANICAL The "Cathode Current Derating Chart" on page
MOUNTING-The 4PR60B may be mounted ancl 4 depicts the current capabilities of the 4PR60B
operated in any position. A flexible connecting strap cathode at various pulse durations and duty fac-
must be provided between the plate terminal and tors. To use this chart, enter with pulse duration
the external plate circuit.
and note the intersection with desired pulse cathode
The 4PR60B is designed to withstand 200g current (the total of plate, screen, and grid currents
during a particular pulse condition). At this inter-
shocks of 0.5 millisecond duration transferred to
the tube through clamps on the metal skirt. Such section read off values of maximum duty and/or
clamps must be shaped to fit the contour of the skirt pulse repetition rate.
and must be fastened to the tube before being tight- Under a given set of operating conditions, ele-
ened to the chassis in order that no distorting force ment c]issipations may limit the maximum per-
will be applied. No lateral pressure or clamping ac- missible duty to a value less than that which cathode
tion should be applied to the base pins or to any considerations would dictate. When this occurs, it
will usually be found that screen dissipation is the
part of the tube other than the skirt. The skirt is in-
fernally connected to the cathode. The 4PR60B must limiting factor under low ti,be-voltage-drop condi-
be protected from severe vibration. tions and that plate dissipation limits the maximum
duty under high tube-voltage-drop conditions.
Cooling-Adequate ventilation must be provided
so that seal and/or envelope temperatures do not Control-Grid Operation-The average power dis-
exceed 200° C under any operating or standby con- sipated by the control grid of the 4PR60B must
dition. When the 4PR60B is operated where air not exceecl one watt. Control-grid dissipation is
circulation is restricted, these temperatures can not usually a limiting factor with this tube, but
easily reach 225°C or more which will accelerate can be computed as the product of pulse grid cur-
seal deterioration and cause early tube failure. rent, pulse positive grid voltage, and duty factor.
Adequate control of the base temperature, in Similarly,pulse driving power is pulse grid current
particular, is necessary. Envelope and plate-seal times pulse grid voltage swing (bias voltage plus
temperatures do not ordinarily require special atten- positive grid voltage).
tion provided that on HR-8 heat-dissipating plate
Screen-Grid Operalion-The average power dissi-
connector is used. However, each individual applica-
tion of the 4PR60B should be carefully evaluated pated by the screen of the 4PR60B must not ex-
ceed eight watts. Screen dissipation is the product
to assure safe operating temperatures. A blower
of d-c screen voltage, pulse screen current, and duty
is usuaHy required only when normal air circulation
factor. Excessive screen dissipation is likely to occur
is restricted, when the ambient temperature exceeds
under conc}itions of low tube-voltage drop during
25°C, when the altitude is other than sea level, or
conduction. This condition can be relieved by using
when a combination of these factors exists.
a lower plate load resistance which will cause higher
ELECTRICAL tube-voltage drop during conduction.
Heater Operation-The heater voltage, as measured A bleeder resistance designed to draw at least
directly at the heater pins, should be maintained at 10 milliamperes of current should be connected di-
the rated value of 26.0 volts. Maximum variations in rectly from screen to cathoc]e of the 4PR60B. This
heater voltage must be kept within the range of bleeder resistance will insure that only a positive
23.4 to 28.6 volts. Where consistent performance and current load is presentec] to the screen supply.
long tube life are factors, the heater voltage must Plate Operation-The plate of the 4PR60B is radi-
be kept within the range of 24.7 to 27.3 volts. The ation cooled and is rated at 60 watts maximum
peak pulse-emission capability of the cathode may dissipation. Average plate dissipation must not ex-
be impaired at low heater voltages, and high heater ceed 60 watts. The 4PR60B should not be operated
voltages contribute to short tube life. without a heat-dissipating plate connector such as
A heater noise test is conc}ucted periodically on the recommended Eimac HR-8.
4PR60B samples. This test insures that the heater/ Average plate dissipation may be calculated as
cathocle assembly will not generate excessive r-f the product of pulse plate current, pulse tube-voltage
noise during vibration over the frequency range drop, anc} duty factor. Excessive average plate dissi-
of T0 to 50 cps.
pation is likely to occur at high values of pulse tube-
A 500-hour heater cycling test is also con- voltage drop. The calculated value of plate dissipa-
ducted periodically on 4PR60B samples. This test tion may be well below 60 watts in a given case, but
consists of at least 1000 complete on-off cycles and excessive dissipation may result if pulse rise and fall
insures that grid-to-cathode shorts will not occur times are appreciable compared to pulse duration.
as a result of cumulative hysteresis effects upon This excessive plate dissipation occurs because long
mechanical joints in the cathocle assembly. rise and fall times slow down the plate voltage
Cathode Operation-lt is essential that the minimum swing and allow plate current to flow for longer
cathode heating time of three minutes be observed periods in the high voltage-drop region.
prior to the flow of cathode current. Conservative The plate-supply voltage for the 4PR60B should
design for reliable tube operation in pulse circuits not exceed 20 kilovolts. In circuits employing induc-
dictates the use of five minutes minimum heating tive loading, the peak instantaneous plate voltage
time. should not exceed 25 kilovolts.
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DIMENSION DATA
A 5.750 6 . 000
a 3. 063 DIA.
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conduct at relatively low applied voltages. The tubes differ only in basing.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICA[
Filament: Oxide-coated
Voltage - - - 5.0 volts
Cunent . 9.Oto ll.5 amperes
FilamentHeatingTime ..... _ . . 30 seconds
Anodestartingvoltage(approx.) ...... 20 volts
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TECHNICAL DATA
819BL
Iiiii= MERCURY-VAPOR
IIi-- RECTIFIERS _
The EIMAC 8698 and 869BL are half-wave mercury-vapor rectifiers incor-
porating features which enable them to withstand high peak inverse voltages and
to conduct at relatively low applied voltages. The 8698 and 869BL carry maxi-
mum ratings of 20 kv peak inverse voltage, 5 amperes dc and 20 amperes peak
cathode current.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
F`ilament: Oxide-coated
Voltage --------------- 5.0 V
Current -------------- 17 to 21 A
Filament Heating Time ------------ 60 Sec
Anode starting voltage (approx.) --------- 30 V
MECHANICAL
APPLI CATloN
MECHANICAL
Mounting: The 8698 and 869BL must be This temperature should be maintained at 40°
mounted vertic.ally, base down. The 869BL includes +5°C for most satisfactory operation of the tube.
3 inch insulated flexible leads with lugs. Fo measure the condensed-mercury temperature a
thermocouple or small thermometer may be attached
cooling: Provisions should be made for ade- to the- glass near the tube base using a small amount
quate air circulation around the tube. The tempera- of putty. A condensed-mercury temperature lower
ture of the condensed mercury in the 8698 and than the recommended value raises the voltage at
869BL should be kept within the ranges given under which the tube becomes conducting and tends to re-
` `MAXIMUM RATINGS. ' '
duce the life of the filament. A temperature higher
EIMAC division of varian / 301 industrial way / san carlos / california 94070
-© 869B/869BL
869BL has 3 inch insulated flexible filament leads with spade terminals for # 10 screw instead of pins
shown on the 8698 outline.
EIMAC
A , ,) ,``
The EIMAC 6894 and 6895 are half-wave mercury-vapor rectifiers espe-
cially designed for high voltage power rectifier applications. They are mercury
filled for high efficiency, long life and the ability to operate at high peak in®
verse voltage.
GENERAL CHAFIACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Oxide-coated
Voltage - -
Current - -
F`ilamentHeatingTime --.
Anode Starting Voltage (approx.)
MECHANICAL
Base-------- --6894 50watt, A4-29
6895 Industrial A4-18
Recommendedsocket --- --6894 E.F. Johnson#123-211
6895 E.F. Johnson #123-206
Maximum Overall Dimensions:
Length------
Diameter-----
Net weight ------
A P P L I CAT I o N
MECHANICAL
M0unting: The 6894and 6895 must be mounted Cooling: Provisions should be made for ade-
vertically, base down. These two tubes differ only quate air circulation around the tube. The tempera-
in their basing and socketry. ture of the condensed mercury should be kept within
the ranges given under "MAXIMUM RATINGS." Caution should be observed in measuring the
This temperature should be maintained at filament voltage as the filament circuit may be at a
40° + 5°C for most satisfactory operation of the high dc potential.
tube.-To measure the condensed-mercury tempera- The filament should be allowed to reach oper-
ture a thermocouple or small thermometer may be ating temperature before the platevoltage is applied.
attached to the glass near the tube base using a Under normal conditions, a delay of approximately
small amount of putty. A condensed-mercury tem- 30 seconds will be required. The delay time should
perature lower than the recommended value raises be increased if there is any evidence of arc-back
the voltage at which the tube becomes conducting within the tube.
and tends to reduce the life of the filament. A tem- When it is necessary to use a shield around the
perature higher than recommended lowers the voltage tube care must be taken to insure adequate ventila-
at which the tube becomes conducting and reduces tion and maintenance of normal condensed-mercury
the peak inverse voltage rating of the tube. temperature. When a mercury-vapor rectifier is first
installed, the filament should be operated at normal
ELECTFllcAL
voltage for approximately ten minutes with no plate
Filament Voltage: F`or maximum tube life, voltage applied, in order that the mercury may be
the filament voltage as measured directly at the fila- properly distributed.
ment pins, should be held at the rated value of 5.0
volts. Unavoidable variations in filament voltage Shielding: Electromagnetic and electrostatic
must be kept within the range 4.8 to 5.2 volts. A fields tend to cause the mercury vapor to break
filament voltage less than the minimum recommended down, are detrimental to tube life and make proper
value may cause a high tube voltage drop, with con- operation difficult. Consequently, the tube should
sequent bombardment of the filament and eventual be isolated from such fields as exist around trans-
loss of emission. A filament voltage higher than the mitter or other similar equipment.
recommended maximum value will also decrease the
life of the filament.
6895 6894
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
APPL.CATION
MECHANICAL
MotJ"fG.7}g-The 8020 must be mounted vertically with the mount the socket on stand-off insulators, or on a sheet of in-
base either down or up. The lead to the plate terminal of the sulating material, to provide adequate insulation to ground.
tube should be flexible. Coo!6ng-The 8020 is cooled by convection and radiation.
The medium 4-pin bayonet base fits an E. F. Johnson Co. Clearance should be provided around the glass envelope ade-
No. 122-124, a National Co. No. XC-4 or CIR-4, or an equiv- quate for free circulation of air. An EIMAC HR-8 Heat
alent socket. In some circuits, particularly those of the volt- Dissipating Connector or equivalent is required on the plate
age multipliers illustrated in Fig. 2, it may be necessary to terminal.
The maximum temperature at the plate seal must not ex- Choke-input filters are not normally used with single-phase
ceed 225°C. A convenient accessory for measuring this tern- half-wave rectifiers.
perature is `Tempilaq," a temperature-sensitive lacquer
available from the Telnpil Corporation, 132 W. 22nd St., :¢£::i::rp-:Typ%fp#e;==hedfdriaEi:g#h##oyi£E::taE:ei£°;
New York 11, N. Y. current. Under these conditions capacitor-input filter circuits
become desirable. The maximum dc current rating of the
ELECTRICAL 8020 when no input choke is incorporated in the filter de-
F#ame7if Ooerdrfom-For maximum tube life, the filament
voltage, as measured at the base pins, should be the rated
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each tube. The circuit diagrams and tabulation in Fig. 2 are
value of 5.0 volts. Variations rmist be kept within the range
so arranged and labeled that this required series resistance
from 4.75 to 5.25 volts. In applications which require the may be found for a wide range of load conditions. This may
diode to deliver high peak currents, it is inportant to main-
b)e done by determining the value of the following quantities:
tain the filament voltage at the rated value.
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frhac%rv4t°nv:#±:£g:#bTehe°b###edutwcht::u#%inbgeraetct## load voltage divided by the multiplication factor.
poteut4al.
The thoriated-tungsten filament of the 8020 reaches op-
erating temperature in a fraction of a second after applica-
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full-wave multiplier. In the case of full-wave center-tapped
tion of voltage. Plate voltage may be applied simultaneously
or bridge rectifiers, Ip is half the load current.
with filament voltage.
PZczfe Operatfom-With low room illumination, the plate of
in,EvisalTee.tfo:hl#rg-?f;iftc=iisr%#:nis?FLfe:SiTtoEEi;
the 8020 begins to show color as the maximuln plate dissipa- the peak value of current to which the tubes will be subjected
tion rating of 60 watts is approached. The maximum peck
inverse voltage rating of 40,000 volts should not be exceeded
at any tine. |Tpe:::#:ev::|ci::r::ii:r::s#grf|iv::#+L¥#:
E#=h£=s:aFE#esyfil.g#ebl:.f3t#efmL=J¥: tube
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The total charging circuit resistance involves
power-supply rectifier.
( Ip )
8020 MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE CAPABILITIES the internal resistance of the rectifier tube, Rp , the added
Capacitor-Input Filter Choke-Input Filter series resistor, Rs, and the equivalent internal resistance of
Circuit Ac Input DC Output DC Output DC Output DC Output the ac voltage supply, Ri .
Type Voltage Voltage Current Voltage Current
(volts rms) (volts) (rna) (volts) (rna)
asT6o£6:hhemps|ateres£Stanceofthe8020,whichmaybetaken
Single-
R 1 is the equivalent internal resistanc.e of the supply. This
Phase, may be taken as the regulation of the high-voltage supply
Half-
expressed as a decimal multiplied by the load resistance used
Wave 14,000 17,000 80
in measuring this regulation.
Single-
Phase, Rs is the series resistor which must be inserted in the
Full- charging c`ircuit to bring the total charging-circuit resistance
Wave 14,00ol 17,000 160 12,500 200
Single-
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resistor must be inserted in such a position in the circuit that
Phase'
it protects all tubes.
Bridge 28,000 34,000 160 25,000 200
1 One-half the transformer secondary voltage. Tubes may be operated in parallel to increase the output
capability in a given circuit. When two tubes are placed in
Mcz#€mt/in DC Ct4rrey}€ Raf6"gs-Plate dissipation rather than parallel at each place where one is shown in the circuits of
peak current usua dc current which the 8020 is
capable of delivering to the load. Because the plate dissipa- :iagi|fautieap,I:t;arf|s:s;:::ec|Prgn'twjictea!aglfreaas,garse:::,pc!,Fd:
tion associated with a given dc current depends upon the Peak Inverse Valta
amount of ripple and its wave-shape, circuit conditions will peak inverse voltage rating of the
8020 is 40,000 volts. In single-phase power-supply rectifier
determine the maximum dc current rating of the tube. circuits the peak inverse voltage to be used in design is the
Choke-J7tpwf F6Zfer-The maximum dc current rating Of the peak ac supply voltage ( I.41 times Erm§ in Fig. 2) in the
8020 is 100 milliamperes when the load incorporates a choke- case of bridge circuits, and twice this value in the case of
input filter with the "critical" value (or larger) of input in- half- or full-wave rectifiers and voltage multipliers. Pealck
ductance (L in Fig.I): inverse voltage in three-phase operation depends upon the
circuit employed, and will be found listed in the handbooks.
Reff
Lo =[§:§F for full-wave single-phase rectifiers, Spee6¢Z Appzieclf6o7ts-The ratings given for capacitor-input
filter circuits assume values of input capacitance large enough
to hold the ripple to a low value. In special applications
Lo-# for half-wave three-phase rectifiers, where a large percent ripple is tolerable and fflter capacitance
is low, the 8020 is capable of larger dc output currents.
As a unidirectional conductor in dc circuits where the cur-
rent is continuous and the percent ripple is moderate, the
Lo =# for full-wave three-phase rectifiers, maxinum current rating of the 8020 is 200 milliamperes.
The plate characteristic curve for the 8020 serves as a
where: Lo = "critical" value of input inductance (henries), griide to special applications. The maximuln plate dissipa-
I = supply-line frequency (cycles per second), tion rating of 60 watts, the maximum peak inverse voltage
Load voltage ( volts ) rating of 40,000 volts, and the maximum peak plate current
Reff - of I.5 amperes must not be exceeded.
Load current ( amps )
2
8020 -
Rs
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(Ri)
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E:mac 8020 Maximum D-C Current Ratings for R-C Filter Applications
a
percent of Effoctiv®LoadResistanceperTubefr)
0.8 I.2 I.8 3.0 4.7 7.6 12
toj::i;+ChRaersi:::;ce ( Rc)
Fig. 2. EIMAC 8020 Basic R-C Circuits (for any one of the indicated loads)
Ri =Equivalent resistance of voltage source 3
Rp=1000 ohms (500 ohms for two tubes in parallel)
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EIMAC 8020
TYPICAL PI.ATE:
CHARACTERISTICS
750 loco
PLATE VOLTAGE - VOLTS
.566 ±.cO7
• I: M,N.
FILAMENT 2£ O,-AX.MEDIUM4PIN
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DIMENSIONS
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament : Oxide-coated
Voltage---- volts
Current amperes
Tube Voltage Drop ( approx. ) volts
Ionization Time (approx.) - FLsec
Deionization Time ( approx. ) IJ.See
MECHANICAL
Base------- - Medium, 5-pin, #A5-11
Recommended socket - - - - E. F. Johnson #122-225
Maximum Overall Dimensions :
Length-----
EH Diameter----
Net weight -----
Shipping weight ----
MAXIMUM RATINGS (Single Tube)
PEAK INVERSE ANODE VOLTAGE* ---- 11,000 VOLTS
PEAK ANODE CURRENT ------- 3 AMPERES
AVERAGE ANODE CURRENT ------ .75 AMPERES
SUPPLY FREQUENCY ------- 150 CPS
CONDENSED-MERCURY TEMPERATURE RANGE* * 20-60° CENTIGRADE
*F:Epi::#ereRshfg seuxffi; #%%°e8 t]:mo££e±E£]#£5;:ny£:::a ]rft#g tta°b]5e:OO volts with a corresponding reduction in
**Operation at 40° plus or minus 5° is recommended.
A P P L I C AT I O N
MECHANICAL the tube. To measure the condensed-mercury
Mott7tti7tg - The KY21A must be mounted temperature a thermocouple or small thermom-
vertically, base down. In order to carry the ten eter may be attached to the glass near the tube
amperes of filament current the adjacent pins base using a small amount of putty. A con-
have been connected in parallel within the base. densed-mercury temperature lower than the
Similar connections should be made in the recommended value raises the voltage at which
socket. the tube becomes conducting and tends to re-
duce the life of the filament. A temperature
CooZ€7tg - Provisions should be made for ade- higher than recommended lowers the voltage at
quate air circulation around the tube. The tem- which the tube becomes conducting and reduces
perature of the condensed mercury in the the peak inverse voltage rating of the tube.
KY21A should be kept within the ranges given
under "MAXIMUM RATING." ELECTRICAL
This temperature should be maintained at Fi!czmc7tt Vo!tczgc - For maximum tube life,
4oo ±5°C for most satisfactory operation of the filament voltage as measured directly at
EIMAC KY2lA
CONTROL GRID
CHARACTERISTIC
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CONDUCTl ON AREA
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Oxide-coated
Voltage - - - volts
Current- - - amperes
Tube Voltage Drop (approx.) volts
MECHANICAL
rl, Netweight
Length
Diameter
--------------
------------ 2-i/16
----------------
Shippingweight ---------------
4
3
8.0 inches
inches
ounces
pounds
APPLICATloN
MECHANICAL
Mounting: The RX21A must be mounted vertically, the recommended value raises the voltage at which
base down. In order to carry the ten amperes of the tube becomes conducting and tends to reduce the
filament current the adjacentbins have been connected life of the filament. A temperature higher than rec-
in parallel within the base. Similarconnections should ommended lowers the voltage at which the tube be-
be made in the socket. comes conducting and reduces thepeak inverse voltage
rating of the tube.
Cooling: Provisions should be made for adequate air
circulation around the tube. The temperature of the
ELECTRICAL
condensed mel`cury in the RX21A should be kept within
the ranges given under ``MAXIMUM RATINGS" .
Filament voltage: Formaximumtube life, thefllament
This tempera.ture should be malntalned at 40° ±5°C voltage as measured directly at the filament pins,
for most satlsfaetory operation of the tube. To meas- should be held at the rated value of 2.5 volts. Un-
ure the Condensed-mereury temperature a therms-
H Couple or small thermometer may foe attaehed to the
91aBB near the tube base using a Small amount of
putty, A eondenBed-mercury temperature lower than
avoidable varlatlons ±n filament voltage must be kept
wlth±n the range ©f 2,4 to 2.8 volts, A fllanent voltage
leBg than the mlnlrmum ree©mmended value may Cause
a high tube voltage drop, with eonBequeat bombard-
u
tions unless checked with Eitel- --- Th-
Mccullough, Inc.
2(3'A
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Hl®H-MU
UHF
TRIODE
The 2C39A in a class-C r-f grounded gi.id circuit at 500 megacycles will typically
deliver 27 watts useful power output with 6 watts driving powei.. As an r-f oscillator
at 2500 megacycles the 2C39A will deliver a minimum of 12 watts useful power output.
:I;,i;, :,:;, `#,; ,
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Cathode: Oxide-Coated, Unipotential Min. Nom. Max.
- - 60 seconds
Heater: Jot:::neg(T!:eeHipp|i-ca+io;sn) : : : : : - - 6.3 yol's
Current--------- -0.95 I.10 amperes
Amplification Fac+or -------- - - loo
Direc+ lnterelectrode Capdcitances (In Shioldod Fixture) :
Grid-Plate--------- - I.86 2.16 uuf
Grid-Cathode-------- - 5.60 7.60 uuf
plate-Ca+L`ode-------- - - - 0.035 uuf
Transconductance (lb±70 rna.) -..... 20,000 30,000 umhos
Frequency for Maximum Ra+ings -----. - - - 2'500 mc
} MECHANICAL
Base, Socket and Connections See drawing Maximum Over-all Dimensions:
Operating position - - -Any Length - - - 2.75 inches
Cooling Forced Air Diameter - - - I.27 inches
Maximum Operating Temperatures: Net weight ----- 2.5 ounces
Ceramic-to-Metal Seal§ - 250a C Shipping Weigh+ (Single Tube, Approx.) 7.0 ounces
Anode core - - - 250a C
lDriving power listed is the total power which must be supplied to a practical grid circuit at the frequency Shown.
2Theso 2500-megacycle conditions conform to the minimum requirements of the MIL-E-I specifications for the 2C3?A.
3For less than 100% modulation, higher d-c plate voltage may be used if the sum of the peak positive moduldt7ng voltage and the d,c plate
volt.ge does not exceed 1200 volts.
APPLICATION
MECHANICAL Frequency (Mc.) Ee (Volts)
Up to 400 6.3
Mounling-The 2C39A may be operated in any posi-
400 to 1000 6.0
tion. It should be firmly held in place by spring-finger
1000 to 1500 5.5
collets bearing on the terminal surfaces. The tube
1500 to 2000 5.0
should seat against the under side of the "anode
2000 and above 4.5
flange" (see outline drawing). In applications in-
volving severe shock and vibration, the tube may be If the conditions of operation result in extreme
clamped in place by applying a suitable clamping cathode back-heating, it may be necessary to start
device to the anode flange. It is recommended that no dynamic tube operation at normal heater voltage fol-
other portion of the tube be subjected to clamping lowed by a reduction of heater voltage to the proper
forces. value.
I I I I
•
U4sED
edy
'500
FREQUENCY -MC.
8 '.8 I 5 I.875
D .766 J]26
E J4' .401
F .026 .086
G '095 I .135
H J'80 .920
I I.2 a ,., I.329
J A62 .,7,
K .125 .'®§
M 123® I.264
N 031
P I.'80 I.196
. .031
R I.OZ, I.039
S .752 .792
T .653 .66e
U .2'3 .223
V .094
V' 00 •460
X .0'6 .046
Y .SIS .32®
Z •4S5 .470
A8 .,20 .4®0
AC .„0
AD .'25
AE 333 .348
RECOMMENDED COWLING
FOR
FORCED-AIR C00LIN6
OF ANODE
NOTES:
I.The total indicated iunout of the anode cant.ct .ur{.c.
and the gr;d contdct .ur{dce with re.pect to the cathode
contact iurfdce shall not elceed .020.
SLrloA-H9VLloA alH9
i EITE
The Eimoc 2C39B is a ceramic-and-metal UHF transmitting triode with a plate dissipation rating
of loo watts. It is useful as a CW amplifie. or oscillator ot frequencies up to 2500 mc., and in pulse
opplicatjons ot frequericies tip to 3000 mc.
Tlie terminals of the 2C39B ore a graduated series ol cylindrical surfaces, which fit conve,p:
iently iiito so€kels made integral with cooxiol circuit elements. Tlie maximum envelope-tempera,fore
rating for tlie 2C39B is 200°C, and the tube is cooled by folced oil'. The 2C39B is the unilateral le-
placement for the 2C39A. `
MECHANICAL
a Terminal
Mounting
Cooling-------
Location
position
- onRECTioN:
See Outline Drawing
-
•
-
-
- Any
Forced Air
MAxlMUM ENVELopE TEMPERATURE = 25oo€. 2oooc.
RADIO-FREQU
TPYoPJ:r4#?iEre?T¢?j¥.i!#ayt-i::W€i:::id,;'j€#'8::::ti:)n,5ooMc)
EiEI OSCILLATOR a[cxOpDouwLiR+&MPL[F
MAXIMUM RATINGS (Per tube)
3:: E:r:i:v:o!!,;:g:: : :
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE - - - - 1000 MAX. VOLTS D-C Grid cui.ent - -
D-C CATHODE CuRRENT - - - 125 MAX. MA
D-C GRID VOLTAGE - - - .--t50 MAX. VOL.TS 3:jev,iud,gp:ow::ro`#ppu',OXJ,-
D-c GRID cunRENT - - - • - 50 MAX. MA
HEATER VOLTAGE ---- SEE APPLICATION NOTES TYPICAL OPERATION
INSTANTANEOUS PEAK POSITIVE
GRID VOLTAGE ---- • - 30 MAX. VOLTS
INSTANTANEOUS PEAK NEGATIVE';
GRID VOLTAGE
PIATE DISSIPATION - _
----
,.i
•
•
-
-
400 MAX. VOLTS
loo MAX. WATTS
i¥:irii:'¥i°{,!#OO:Mc.:2
D-C Grid current --
GRID DISSIPATION ---,"-- • - 2 MAX. WATTS Useful power output -
AMPLIFIER OR OSCILLATOR
tpr'i::;;ol:tdi:'na'€fr#j%forefi::,niye,p#be:)Amplifier
MAXIMUM RATINGS (C rriei conditions, per tube)
D-C plate voltage ----- 600 yol,s
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE 600 MAX. VOLTS
D-C GRID VOLTAGE -150 MAX. VOLTS D-C Grid voltage ----- -16 yolts
D-C GRID CuRRENT 50 MAX. MA
D-C CATHODE CUR loo MAX. MA D-C plate cull.ent -----
PEAK INSTANTAN OuS POSITIVE
75ma
GRID VOLTAG - - 30 MAX. VOLTS D-C Grid currenl .-----
PEAK INSTANT EOUS NEGATIVE
40ma
GRID VOLT - - 400 MAX. VOLTS Driving power (appTox.)I ---
_ _ io MA:x. wA:rTs 6 wa,,s
GRID DISSIP - - 2 MAX. WATTS Useful carrier power output --- '8 wo,,s
wer listed is the totQl power which must be supplied to a practical grid circuit clt the frequency shown.
500 Mc. conditions conform to the proposed reciuirements of the USAF specif ication for the 2C39B.
not+th^Cu}n.^l^90;%2nTo.q_||gtlon,
exceed 1200 volts. higher d-C Plate voltage mcly be used if the sum of the peak positive modulating voltage and the d-c plate voltage
lF IT IS DESIRED TO OPERATE THIS TUBE UNDER CONDITIONS WIDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE GIVEN UNDER "TYPICAL OPERATION," POSSIBLY
EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM RATINGS GIVEN FOR CW SERVICE, WRITE EITEL-McCULLOuGH, INC., FOR INFORMATloN AND RECOMMENDATIONS.
reference points, nor should clamping forces be clp- ± 5% of I.he selected operating voltage to main-
tciin uniform circuit performcince. For best tube life
plied to any part of the tube other thcln the flcinge
referred to above. the heater voltages must be kept within the range
from 5.1 volts to 6.9 volts, except in circuits where
Conhectiohs-The tube terminal surfaces are in transit-time effects occur.
the form of concentric cylinders having graduated
Transit-time effects can result in r-f heating of
diameters, as illustrated on the outline drawing.
Spring collets or fingers should be fitted to these the cathode when the tube is operated near its
upper useful frequency limit, with lcirge driving
cylindrical surfaces to make contact with I.he anode,
power. The amount of r-f heating depends on the
grid, cathode and heater terminals. It is important
frequency, driving power, grid current and several
lo provide adequate contact area and spring pres-
other circuit variclbles whose effects can not be pre-
sure, and to maintain good cont.act by keeping the
dicted reliably, so no fixed rule can be given by
contact surfaces free of oxidation and ciccumulated
which these effects may be compenscited. In each
dirt..
individucil case it is necessclry to systematically re-
Cooling-The maximum rated temperature of the duce I.he heater voltage until a point is identified
ceramic-to-metcll seals used in the 2C39B is 200°C., where the circuit performance starts to deteriorate
and sufficient cooling a:r must be forced to flow
with further heater voltcige reduction. The operating
over the envelope surfaces to mointoin their tem- voltage should be ten percent greciter thcln that
peratures below I.he maximum rated value. voltage, but not less thcln 4.5 volts. In cases where
The anode is cooled by forced air flow through the heater voltage is too low to permit immediate
I.he fins on I.he anode cooler. When the air cowling circuit operation, the heater voltclge mciy be raised
illustrclted here is used, the air flow required to dis- to 6.3 volts until dynamic opercition of the circuit
sipclte loo watts at sea level, with the air at 25°C, st.arts, clft.er which the heater voltcige can be re-
is 12.5 cubic feet per minute. duced to the selected operating voltage.
The only criterion for cooling effectiveness is Opera(ion-Longer tube life will be obtciined when
temperature. Under operating conditions involving the tube is operated clt low voltage and high cur-
less than the rclted maximum power dissipation from rent, instead of high voltage and low current. The
the cinode, reduced ciir-flow rates are permissible plate circuit must always be kept adequately loaded
providing the lemperatLlres are maintained below and the grid driving power should be kept as low cis
the maximum rating. This also c[pplies when air possible, consistent with satisfactory efficiency.
cowlings, different from that type shown here, ore The rcitio of grid current to plcite current is a
used.
good indiccltor of circuit conditions. Grid current
A convenient method of measuring temperature in excess of hcilf the plcite current indiccites I.hot
is the use of a temperature-sensitive paint, which the driving power is excessive for the circuit con-
melts and changes its appearcince permonenlly cibove ditions and should be reduced.
certain specified temperatures. One such product Equipment which relies on grid-leak bias to pro-
is ''Tempilac" sold by the Tempil Corporation, TI
tect the tube should have effective plate-current
West 25th Street, New York, 10, N. Y.
overload protection when operating at more t.hah
The air flow-rcite should be increased at high 800 volts. Grid-leak resistors should be mode vciri-
altitudes to obtain equivalent cooling. The flow c]ble, to permit adjustment of the bias and the
rates in cubic feet per minute at 35,000 feet alti- plate current to the correct values under changing
tude vill usually be double the sea level requirements. circuit. conditions.
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The Eimac 7815/3CPN10A5 is a low duty pulse I.ated version of the 3CX100A5
with the anode cooler removed. A longer grid-anode eel.amic insulator is incorporated,
making the tube useful at high altitucle. The nominal plate dissipation rating is 10
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watts but may be increased if sufficient cooling is provi(led. Cooling is accomplished
by conduction through a suitable heat sink or convection. Whei.e greater plate dissipa-
tion is required, the 7815R/3CpxlooA5 should be used.
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The tube is usable in pulse applicz`tions to 3000 Megacycles. Electi.ical characteristics
except for plate dissipation are similar to the 3CX100A.5.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL Nom. Max.
Heater:
Voltage--.-----. 6.0 volts
Current-------.. 0.90 I.05 amperes
Amplification Factor ------- loo
Transconductance (I b = 70 milliamperes) - - - - - 25.000 Micromhos
MECHANICAL
Terminals--------- Graduated Cylindrical Surfaces
PEAK PULSE PLATE VOLTAGE 3500 MAX. VOLTS DC Plate Current (avg) 7.5 9 rnA
DC GRIDYOLTAGE - - -150 MAX. VOLTS 4.5 3 rnA
DC Grid Current (avg)
PuLSE PLATECURRENT -. 3.0 MAX. VOLTS
Pulse Power Output - 1600 2000 watts
DC CATHODE CURRENT - 125 MAX. tvlA
Frequency - - - 3000 2500 Mc
PULSE GRID CURRENT - 1.8 MAX. AMPS
10 MAX. WATTS Pulse Length - - 3 5 usec
PLATE DISSIPATION (AVG)
GRID DISSIPATION (Aver) 2 MAX. WATTS Duty Factor - - 0.0025 0.003
CLASS-C
DC Plate Voltage - 1600 1700 volts
MAXIMUM RATINGS DC Grid Vol+age - •45 -45 volts
DC PLATE VOLTAGE - 2000 MAX. VOLTS Pulse Plo+e Current 3.0 I.9 amps
DC GRID VOLTAGE - -150 MAX. VOLTS Pulse Grid Curren+ I.8 1.I amps
PuLSE PLATE CURRENT 3.0 MAX. AMPS Pulse Power Output 1000 1500 watts
DC CATHODE CURRENT 125 MAX. MA. Frequency - - 3000 1100 Mc
PLATE DISSIPATION (AVG) 10 MAX. WATTS Pulse Length - 3 3.5 usec
GRID DISSIPATION (AVG) 2 MAX. WATTS Duty Factor - - 0.0025 0.00'
APPLICATION
MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL
Mounting-The 3CPNloA5 may be opei.ated in any Healer Operation-The rated heater voltage for the
position. It should be fii.mly held in place by spring- 3CPN10A5 is 6.0 volts. The heater voltage for the
finger co]Iets beai.ing on the terminal surf{ices. In use 3CPNloA5 should be maintained within plus or minus
the tube should seat against the ulidel.side of the 5% of its intended value to minimize variations in
anode-terminal flange which is on the plane of refer- circuit performance and to obtain maximum tube life.
ence for longjtud].nal dimensions. In appplications in-
volving severe shock and vil)ration, the tube may be At frequencies above approximately 1000 megacycles,
clamped in place by applying a suitable clamping 1i.ansit time effects begin to influence cathode temper-
device to the anode-termim`l flange. It is recommendecl atui.e. The amount of driving power diverted to
thfit no other portion of the tube be s`ibjec`ted to clamp- heating the c.athode by back-bombardment will depend
ing foi.c`es. upon the frequency, the plate curl.ent, driving power,
and duty factor. If the conditions of operation result
Connections-The terminals are in the foi.in of con- ill appreciable cathode back-heating, it may be neces-
c`entric c.ylinders of graduated diameters conveniently sary to start dynamic tube operation at normal heater
used with coi`xial tuning devices. Spi.ing-fingei-ed col- voltage followed by a reduction of heater voltage to
lets should be use(I to make contact with the imode, a lower value. The heater of the 3CpxloA5 must not
grid, c`athocle and heater terminals. Adequate contact be operated at less than 4.5 volts in any case.
al.ea and spring pressure should be pi-ovided to mini-
mize heating and to prevent eri.atic circuit pei.form- Cathode Operalion-The oxide-coated unipotential
ance at the higher. f`requencies. Non-contacting or cathode in this tube must be protected against ex-
intermittently-contacting collet fingers will cause trou- cessively high emission currents. For all types of opera-
blesome cjrc.uit behavior, especially at very-high and tion the maximum rated dc current is 12.5 milliamperes.
ulti.a-high fi.equencies. Electrode contact surfaces In pulse service, current must be limited according
shoulcl be kept clean {ind free of oxide coatings. to the cui.ve on page 3.
Cooling-Sufficient cooling air must be provided for It js recommended that the rated heater voltage be
the iinode and body seals to maintain operating tem- applied for a minimum of 60 seconds before othei.
peratures below the 1.atecl maximum value of 250°C. operating voltages are applied.
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Voltage--.-.---- 6.a yolts
Current------.-- I.05 amperes
Amplification Factor ------- loo
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Min. Max.
Grid-Cathode-------- -5.7 7.Ouuf
Grid-Plate.-------- - I.86 2.10uuf
Plato-Cathode-------- . - O.035 uuf
Frequency for Maximum Ratings ----- • - 3000 Mogacycl®s
MECHANICAL
Terminals--------- Graduated Cylindrical Surfaces
Maximum Operating Temperatures:
Ceramic-to-Metal seals ---.-- ---- 2500C
Anode core -------- ---. 250OC
TYPICAL OPERATION
GRID PULSED OSCILLATOR OR AMPLIFIER
CLASS-C DC Pla+e Voltage - 1600 1700 volts
MAXIMUM RATINGS DC Grid Voltage - -45 -45 volts
APPLICATION
MECHANICAL One method of measuring the surface temperatures is
the use of temperature sensitive lacquer, such as
Mounting-The 3CPX100A5 may be operated in any "Tempilaq.„
position. It should be firmly held in place by spring-
finger collets bearing on the terminal surfaces. In use ELECTRICAL
the tube should seat against the underside of the
anode-terminal flange which is on the plane of refer- Heal'er Operation-The rated heater voltage for the
ence for longitudinal dimensions. In appplications in- 3CPX100A5 is 6.0 volts. The heater voltage for the
volving severe shock and vibration, the tube may be 3CPX100A5 should be maintained within plus or minus
clamped in place by applying a suitable clamping 5% of its intended value to minimize variations in
device to the anode-terminal flange. It is recommended circuit performance and to obtain maximum tube life.
that no other portion of the tube be subjected to clamp- At frequencies above approximately 1000 megacycles,
ing forces. transit time effects begin to influence cathode temper-
Connections-The terminals are in the form of con- ature. The amount of driving power diverted to
centric cylinders of graduated diameters conveniently heating the cathode by back-bombardment will depend
used with coaxial tuning devices. Spring-fingered col- upon the frequency, the plate current, driving power,
lets should be used to make contact with the anode` and duty factor. If the conditions of operation result
grid, cathode and heater terminals. Adequate contact in appreciable cathode back-heating, it may be neces-
area and spring pressure should be provided to mini- sary to start dynamic tube operation at normal heater
mize heating and to prevent erratic circuit perform- voltage followed by a reduction of heater voltage to
ance at the higher frequencies. Non-contacting or a lower value. The heater of the 3CPX100A5 must not
intermittently-contacting collet fingers will cause trou- be operated at less than 4.5 volts in any case.
blesome circuit behavior, especially at very-high and
Cathode Operatioii-The oxide-coated unipotential
ultra-high frequencies. Electrode contact surfaces
cathode in this tube must be protected against ex-
should be kept clean and free of oxide coatings.
c`essively high emission currents. For all types of opera-
Cooling-Sufficient cooling air must be provided for tion the maximum rated dc current is 125 milliamperes.
the anode and body seals to maintain operating tem- In pulse service, current must be limited according
peratures below the rated maximum value of 250°C. to the curve on page 3.
At sea level, with 20°C air, approximately 12.5 CFM of
It is I-ecommended that the rated heater voltage be
cooling air directed across the anode through a suit-
applied for a minimum of 60 seconds before other
ale cowling will maintain safe anode temperature.
operating voltages are applied.
In pulse applications requiring low plate dissipation
and/or small size, the coolerless 3CPNloA5 should be Control Grid Operation-Grid dissipation must not
considered. exceed the rated maximum 2.0 watts grid dissipation
The nominal plate dissipation rating is 10 watts and power. In pulse applications the instantaneous peak
is dependent on convection cooling to a heat sink. grid-to-cathode voltage must be limited to +250 to
-750 volts.
Where adequate cooling is provided this value may be
extended. Where greater plate dissipation is required
use of the 3CPX100A5 is recommended.
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HIGH-MU
POWER TRI0DE
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS1
ELECTRICAL
1. Characteristics and operating values are based upon performance tests. These figures may change without notice
as a result of additional data or product refinement. EIMAC Division of Varian should be consulted before using
this information for final equipment design.
2. Capacitance values are for a cold tube, as measured in a shielded fixture in accordance with Electronic Industries
Association Standard RS-191.
MECHANICAL
EIMAC division of varian / 301 industrial way / san carlos / california 94070
3CV1500A7
1. Capacitance values are for a cold tube as measured in a special shielded fixture in accordance with Electronic ln-
dustries Association Standard RS-191.
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3CV1500A7
APPLICATION
MECHANICAL
A/Oowr/Arc - The 3CV1500A7 must be mounted CLASS-C OPERArJOIV - Although designed for
with its axis vertical, base down, with sufficient Class-A82 service, the 3CV1500A7 may be opera-
clearance for an insulated makeup water line to ted as a Class-C power amplifier or oscillator, or
connect to the side of the integral anode boiler as a plate-modulated rf amplifier. The zero-bias
and an outlet steam line to attach to the top of characteristic can be used to advantage in Class-
the boiler. The use of the EIMAC socket SK-861 C amplifiers by employing only grid leak bias. If
is recommended. driving power fails, plate dissipation is kept to
a low level since the tube will operate at normal,
COOLJIVG - Cooling is accomplished by the static zero-bias conditions.
presence of distilled water at a controlled level
in the integral anode boiler. The energy dissipa- ZERO-BIAS OPERATION - Operating at zero-
ted by the anode caus9s the water to boil at the bias is not recommended with plate voltages over
anode surface, to be converted into steam and 2500 volts since plate dissipation may be exceed-
carried away to a condenser. This boiling action ed. Similarly, the safety of zero-bias operation
keeps the anode surface at approximately 100°C. as mentioned above under "Class-C Operation"
is not available at plate voltages above 2500
The water in the boiler must be maintained at volts. Straight Class-C or Class-A82 operation
the correct level, as shown on the outline drawing is, of course, permissible up to 3500 volts where
for the tube. This is normally accomplished with other ratings are not exceeded. Higher plate
a special control unit, mounted with the correct voltage may be used with the proper bias.
relationship to the tube so as to maintain the
water level in the tube boiler at the specified PLATE D/SSJPArJOIV - The plate dissipation of
level. A condenser unit is used to convert the 1500 watts attainable through vapor cooling pro-
steam back to water, which is then returned to vides a large margin of safety in most applica-
reservoir/control-box/boiler system. tions. The rating may be exceeded during tuning
for brief periods.
Forced-air cooling of the tube base is required,
Since the tube anode is usually at high poten-
with 15 cfm minimum directed across and through
tial to ground, water and steam connections to the
the socket and base of the tube. Air flow should
anode are made through insulating tubing. These
be applied simultaneously with the application of
insulating sections should be long enough so that
electrode voltages, including the filament, and
column resistance is above 100,000 ohms per
may be removed simultaneously with the removal
1000 supply volts. It is essential that high purity
of filament voltage.
water be used to minimize power loss and cor-
rosion of metal fittings. Good distilled or de-
ionized water will have a resistance of 1 to 2
ELECTRICAL
megohms per cm3. Water should be discarded if
resistivity falls to 50,000 ohms cm3.
FJLAMEIVT - Rated filament voltage for the
3CV1500A7 is 5.0 volts. Filament voltage, as
HJGH yoLTAGE - Normal operating voltages
measured at the socket, should be maintained at
used wiith the 3CV1500A7 are deadly, and the
this value to obtain optimum performance and
equipment must be designed properly and opera-
maximum tube life. In no case should it be al-
ting precautions must be followed. Design all
lowed to deviate from 5.0 volts by more than plus
equipment so that no one can come in contact
or minus five per cent.
with high voltages. All equipment must include
safety enclosures for high-voltage circuits and
INPUT CIRCUIT - When the 3CV1500A7 ±s op- terminals, with interlock switches to open pri-
erated as grounded-grid rf amplifier, the use of a mary circuits of the power supply`and to dis-
resonant tank in the cathode circuit is recom- charge high-voltage condensers whenever access
mended to obtain greatest linearity and power doors are opened. Interlock switches must not be
output. For best results with a single-ended amp- bypassed or "cheated" to allow operation with
lifier, it is suggested that the cathode tank cir- access doors open. Always remember that HIGH
cuit operate at a "Q" of five or more. VOLTAGE CAN KILL.
3CV1500A7
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C I.870 I.9cO 4750 48.26
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E 2.400 60.96
F 4. I 90 4.3 I 5 106.43 0960
G 4.850 5110 125.19 2 9. 79
J 0.690 0.7 I 0 1753 18.03
K Q415 0.435 1054 11.05
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ELECTRICAL
MECHANICAL
Base - - - See outline
Operating Position Vertical, base up or down
Cooling - - - - Water and Forced Air
Maximum operating Temperatures ------------- 250°C
Maximum Dimensions :
Height-------------- - - See outline
Diameter------------- - - See outline
Net weight -------------- - - 7.5 Pounds
THESE SPECIFICATloNS ARE BASED 0N DATA APPLICABLE AT PRINTING DATE. SINCE EIMAC HAS A POLICY
0F CONTINUING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT, SPECIFICATloNS ARE SUBJECT T0 CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Note: ''TYPICAL OPERATION" data are obtained by calculation from published characteristic curves. No allowance for
circuit losses has been made.
A P P L I C AT I O N
ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL
Filament Mounting
The rated filament voltage for the 3CW5000H3 The 3CW5000H3 must be mounted vertically,
is 7.5 volts. Filament voltage, as measured at either base up or down. A grid contact flange is
the tube, must be maintained at 7.5 volts plus provided for bolting to a strap or a grid deck.
or lninus five percent for maximum tube life Heavy flexible leads are provided for applying
and consistent performance. the filament voltage.
C°F'hr:'gsrjdcu°rprp:::t::Fingiso.4amperedc.This Cooling
Anode cooling is accompnshed by circulating
value should not be exceeded for more than very water through the integral anode-water jacket.
short periods such as during tuning. Over- The table below lists the niinimum water flow
current protection in the grid circuit should be requirement for adequate anode cooling at vari-
provided. Ordinarily it will not be necessary to ous plate dissipation levels. In all cases, the out-
operate with more than 0.275 amperes grid cur- let water temperature must not exceed 70°C nor
rent to obtain reasonable efficiency. In industrial should inlet water pressure exceed 60 psi. This
heating service with varying loads, grid current table is based upon 15°C temperature rise inlet
should be monitored continuously with a dc to outlet water.
current meter. The maximum grid dissipation
rating is 150 watts. MINIMUM WATER-COOLING REQUIREMENT
Plate Operation
Plate Water Pressure
Maximum plate voltage rating of 6000 volts Dissipation Flow Drop
and maximum plate cuITent of 2.5 amperes dc (kw) (gpm) (psi)
should not be applied simultaneously as rated
plate dissipation may be exceeded. The 12.5 3.0 0.65 0.27
kilowatts input rating applies for Class C ampli-
fier or oscillator service with no modulation. 5.0 1.10 0.70
Plate over-cuITent protection should be pro- 7.0 1.75 1.75
vided to remove plate voltage quickly in the
event of an overload or an arc-over at the load.
In addition current limiting power supply resis- Additional stem cooling air must be provided.
tors should be used. These precautions are espe- 13 CFM of air directed against the center fila-
cially important in industrial service with its ment contact ring 1/2" below the outer filament
wide variations in loading. contact ring by a 11/2 '' I.D. air duct ananged at
Spark gaps from plate to ground should be a 45° angle with the center line of the tube will
used to prevent transient voltages from flashing provide adequate cooling.
across the tube envelope during any fault condi-
tions. sp:fc:±atl±£Eg::fa:,dotnooperateth±stubeundercon.
High Frequency Operation ditions widely different from those given here,
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4000 volts in Class C service. ifornia for information and recommendations.
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OENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
MECHANICAL
Base.......... ...... Coaxial
Recommended socket .... .... EimacsK-1300
Operating position ..... Vertical, base up or down
Cooling......... . . Water & Forced air
Maximum Operating Temperatures:
Ceramic-to-Metal Seals . ....... 250OC
Maximum Dimensions:
Height...... ..... 9.4 inches
Diameter..... •.... 5.0 inches
Net weight ........ ..... 12 pounds
TYPICAL OPERATION
RF INDUSTRIAL OSCILLATOR 7000 10,000 volts
DCplatevoltage . . .
DCplatecurrent . . . 6.0 6.O amps
Class-C (Filtered DC Power Supply) -600 -800 volts
DCGridvoltage . . .
MAXIMUM RATINGS
DCGridcurrent . . . .66 .315
DC PLATE VOLTAGE ..... 10,000 VOLTS Peak Positive Grid Voltage 440 360
DC PLATE CURRENT ...... 6.O AMPS Driving power .... 660 365
DC GRID CURRENT ....... 1.O AMP Platelnputpower. . . 4260
PlateDissipation . . . 1218
PLATE INPUT POWER ....... 60 KW
Plateoutputpower . . 3042
Note: `'TYPICAL OPERATION" data are obtained by calculation from published characteristic
curves. No aHowance for circuit losses has been made.
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APPLICATION
ELECTRICAL
Filameill-The rated filament voltage for the 3CW- service and for Class AB applications. When used as a
25,000A3 is 6.3 volts. Filament voltage, as measured plate modulated rf amplifier, input is reduced to 7000
at the socket, must be maintained at 6.3 volts plus or volts at 5.0 amperes dc. Maximum input may be ex-
minus five percent for maximum tube life and con- ceeded for short periods during tuning without exceed-
sistent performance. ing plate dissipation ratings.
Plate over-current protection should be provided to
relmve plate voltage quickly in the event of an over-
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for more than very short periods such as during tuning limiting power supply resistors should be used. These
and over-current protection in the grid circuit should precautions are especially important in industrial serv-
be provided. Ordinarily it wfll not be necessary to ice with its wide variations in loading.
operate with more than 0.4 to 0.6 amperes grid current
Spark gaps from plate to ground should be used to
to obtain reasonable efficiency. In industrial heating
service with varying loads, grid current should be mom- prevent transient voltages from flashing across the tube
envelope during any fault conditions.
itored continuously with a dc current meter. The maxi-
mum grid dissipation rating is 500 watts.
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The Eimac 7289/3CX100A5 and 8250/3CX100F5 are ceramic-atid-metal planar UHF triodes in-
tended to supersede 2C39 types. The 7289/3CX100A5 has a 6.0-volt heater, while the 8250/3CX100F5
has a 26.5-volt heater. They are manu,[actured to exaciLing dimensional tolerances to provide the greatest
mechanical uniformity. Extended and critical electrical testing results in Increased reliability and a mini-
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mum variation in electrical characteristics. Full ratings apply at altitudes up to 60,000 feet and they are
capable of sustained, reliable operarion at elevated temperatures.
The mechanical and electrical characteristics of these tubes make them desirable for grid isolation
circuits in cavity devices. They will deliver 27 watts of useful power at 500 megacycles and at 2900
megacycles, 9.5 watts of useful power can be realized.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Cathode: Oxide.cctated, Unipotential
Heating time --.---.... 60 Seconds
Heater NON\. MA\X.
3CX100A5 Voltage (see applications| - - - Volts
Current (Ef = 6.O volts) ---- 1.05 Amperes
3CX100F5 Voltage (see applicatic)ns) --- Volts
Current (Ef = 26.5 volts) ---. 0.24 Amperes
Amplification Factor .-.-.------ 100
Transconductance (lb = 70 milliamperes) -.... 25,000 Micromhos
Direct lnterelectrode Capacitance
Cgk------------ 5.6 7.0 4#f
Cgp------------ 1.95 2.15 „„f
Cpk------.----- o.o35 pruf
Frequency for Maximum Ratings -------. 2500 Megaycles
MECHANICAL
Terminals: Graduated Cylindrical Surfaces
Maximum Operating Temperatures
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Ceramic to Metal seals ------- 250°C(38:::osahd°rvt
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Anode Core -.-------- 250°C(3%:::osahd°rjat,eurem)
Operating Position -------.--- -Any
Cool,`ng-------------- • Forced Air
Maximum Overall Dimensions
Length------------ - 2.701 Inches Max.
RADlo FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION (Per Tube) Power Amplifier
0R OSCILLATOR Grounded-Grid
(Key-down conditions)
MAXIMUM RATING (Per Tube)
DC PLATE VOLTAGE - - - 1000 VOLTS MAX. 500 Mc 2500 Mc 2900 Mc
DC CATHODE CuRRENT - . 0.125 AN(P. I^A:X.
-150 VOLTS MAX. DC PLATEVOLTAGE --- 800 900 1000 Volts
DC GRID VOLTAGE ----
DC GRID CURRENT ---- 0.050 AN\P. MA`X. DC GRID VOLTAGE (approx.) -20 -22 -9.5 Volts
INSTANTANEOUS PEAK POSITIVE
DC PLATECURRENT --- 80 90 100 Milliamp.
GRID VOLTAGE ---- 30 VOLTS MAX.
INSTANTANEOUS PEAK NEGATIVE DC GRID CURRENT (approx.) 30 25 15 Milliamp.
GRID VOLTAGE ---- -400 VOLTS MAX.
DRIVING POWER (approx.) - 6 Watts
PLATE DISSIPATION ---. loo WATTS MAX.
GRID DISSIPATION ---- 2 W A:+TS N\A:X. USEFUL OUTPUT POWER - 27 15 9.5 Watts
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DC PLATE VOLTAGE - - - 600 VOLTS MAX. DC PLATE VOLTAGE ------- 600 Volts
DC CATHODE CuRRENT - - 0.loo AN\P. MAX.
DC GRID VOLTAGE (approx.) ----- -15 Volts
DC GRID VOLTAGE ---- -150 VOLTS MAX.
DC GRID CuRRENT ---- 0.050 AMP. N\A`X.
DC PLATE CURRENT ------- 65 Milliamp.
INSTANTANEOUS PEAK POSITIVE
GRID VOLTAGE ---- 30 VOLTS MAX. DC GRID CURRENT (approx.I ----- 35 Mlliamp.
INSTANTANEOUS PEAK NEGATIVE
GRID VOLTAGE ---- -400 VOLTS MAX. 5 Watts
DRIVING POWER (approx.) -----
PLATE DISSIPATION ---- 70 WA:ITS MAX.
GRID DISSIPATION ---- 2. VVA:ITS N\AX. USEFUL CARRIER POWER OUTPUT ---- '6 Watts
MECHANICAL
Mounting -The 3CX100A5 and 3CX100F5 may be
APPLICATION
At frequencies above approximately 1000 mega-
cycles, transit time effects begin to influence the
cathode temperature. The amount of driving power
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operated in any position. They should be firmly
diverted to heating the cathode by back-bombard-
held in place by spring-finger collets bearing on
ment will depend upon the frequency, the plate
the terminal surfaces. In use the tubes should seat
current and driving power being supplied to the
against the under side of the anode-terminal flange
tube. If the conditions of operation result in appe-
which is on the plane of reference for longitudinal
ciable cathode back-heating, it may be necessary
dimensions. In applications involving severe shock
to start dynamic tube operation at normal heater
and vibration, the tubes may be clamped in place by
voltage followed by a reduction of heater voltage
applying a suitable clamping device to the anode-
to the proper value. The following table is intended
terminal flange. It is recommended that no other
as a general guide in this respect.
portion of the tube be subiected to clamping forces.
Mc 3CxlooA5 Ef 3CX100F5 Ef
Connections-The terminals of each tube are in Uptolooo-- 6.0 26.5
1000 to 2000 - 5.5 24.3
the form. of concentric cylinders of graduated di-
2000 and above 5.0 22.1
ameters so that they may be conveniently used with
coaxial tuning devices. Spring-fingered collets should The heater of the 3CX100A5 must not be oper-
be used to make contact with the anode, grid, cath- ated at less than 4.5 volts in any case, nor should
ode and heater terminals. Adequate contact area the heater of the 3CXIO0F5 be operated at less
and spring pressure should be provided to minimize than 20.0 volts in any case.
heating and to prevent erratic circuit performance
Cathode Operation -The oxide-coated unipotential
at the higher frequencies. Non-contacting or inter-
cathode in these tubes must be protected against
mittently-contacting collet fingers will cause trouble-
excessively high emission currents. For all ty
some circuit behavior, especially at very-high and
operation the maximum rated dc current is
ultra-high frequencies. Electrode contact surfaces
milliamperes. The cathode and one side of
should be kept clean and free of oxide coatings.
heater are connected together internally.
Cooling -Sufficient cooling must be provided for lt is recommended that the rated heater voltage
the anode and body seals to maintain operating be applied for a minimum of 30 seconds before
temperatures below the rated maximum values: other operating voltages are applied. Tube perfom-
ance will become stabilized 60 seconds after the
Ceramic to Metal Seals 250°C ( 399e°rfosahd°rvtat,eurem heater voltage is applied.
Anocle core 250°C ( 399e°rfosahd°rvtat,eurem
Control Grid Operation -Grid dissipation must not
At sea level, with on inlet air temperature of exceed the rated maximum 2.0 watts grid dissipa-
20°C (68°F),12.5 cubic feet per minute of air flow tion power.
is required to cool the anode at 100 watts plate dis- At operaring frequencies near 500 megacycles,
sipation when the air cowling as illustrated is used. the driving power necessary for maximum output is
Operation at higher altitudes or with higher inlet in the order of 6 watts and as the operating fre-
temperatures requires increased volumes of flow quency is increased the driving power requirements
to obtain equivalent cooling. When using the anode increase. Most of this increased driving power is ab-
cowling as illustrated here, it is necesary to provide sorbed in circuit losses other than grid dissipation,
additional facilities for seal cooling. however, so that the grid dissipation will increase
It should be borne in mind that operating tem- very little.
perature is the sole criterion of cooling effectiveness, The maximum rated dc grid voltage is -150
regardless oF the coolant type, flow rate or coolant volts and the grid may be driven to a maximum
temperature. One method of measuring the surface of 30 peak volts positive or to -400 peak volts
temperatures is the use of temperature sensitive negative.
lacquer, such as "Tempilaq." This product can be The grid bias required by various individual
obtained from the Tempil Corp.,132-34 West 22nd tubes may vary between limits approximately 50%
Street, New York 11, New York. When temperature above and below the center value, and means
sensitive materials are used, extremely thin applica- should be provided in the equipment to accommo-
tions must be used to avoid interference with the date such variation.
transfer of heat from the tube to the air stream,
which would cause inaccurate indications. Plate Operation-The maximum rated plate dis-
sipation power is 100 watts. In plate modulated
applications, the carirer plate dissipation power
ELECTRICAL
must be limited to 70 watts to avoid exceeding the
Healer Operation-The rated heater voltage for plate dissipation rating with 100% sine wave
the 3CXIOOA5 is 6.0 volts, and for the 3CXIO0F5 modulation.
26.5 volts. The working voltage should be selected Special Applications-lf it is desired to operate
from the table below. The heater voltage for each this tube under conditions widely different from --- EElq
type should be maintained within plus or minus those given here, write to Power Grid Marketing,
of 5 % of its intencled value to minimize variations Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., 301 Industrial Way, Son
in circuit performance and to obtain maximum tube Carlos, California for information and recommenda-
life. tions.
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voltages. The 3CX2500A3 is an exact replacement for the EIMAC 3X2500A3
and is suggested for use where higher ambient temperatures are to be
expected or greater reliability is required. The all ceramic and metal con-
struction allows a greater margin of safety with respect to tube operating
temperatures while permitting higher processing temperatures to insure
longer life.
The tube has a rugged, low-inductance cylindrical filament-stem struc-
ture, which readily becomes part of a linear filament tank circuit for VHF
operation. The grid provides thorough shielding between the input and out-
put circuits for grounded-grid applications and is conveniently terminated
in a ring between the plate and filament terminals. The 3CX2500A3 may be
installed or removed without the aid of tools.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament : Thoriated Tungsten Max.
Voltage----- volts
Current----- 53 amperes
AmplificationFactor - - - 26
Direct Interelectrode Capacitances
Grid-Plate - I ----- 16.8 23.2 pF
Grid-Filament------29.2 40.2 pF
Plate-Filament------ 0.6 1.2 pF
Tranconductance (Ib=830 rna., Eb=3000 v.) - 20,000 umhos
Highest Frequency for Maximum Ratings - 75 MHz
MECHANICAL
RADIO-I=REQUENCY POWER
TYPICAL OPERATION (Frequencies below 75 MHz per tube)
AMPLIFIER OR OSCILLATOR
Conventional Neutralized Amplifier, DCplatevoltage - - 4000 5000 6000 volts
DC plate current - - 2.5 2.5 2.08 amps
(Frequencies below 75 MHz.)
DCGridvoltage - - -300 -450 -500 volts
Class-C FM or Telegraphy (Key-down DCGridcurrent* - - 245 265 180 rna
conditions, per tube) Peak RF Grid Input Voltage* 580 750 765 volts
MAXIMUM RATINGS Driving Power* 142 197 136 watts
Grid Dissipation* 68 78 46 watts
DC PLATE VOLTAGE - 6000 VOLTS Plate Power Input 10,000 12,500 12,500 watts
DC PLATE CURRENT - 2.5 AMPS Plate Dissipation 2500 2500 2500 watts
PLATE DISSIPATION - 2500 WATTS Plate Power Output 7500 10,000 10,000 watts
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GRID DISSIPATION - ]50 WATTS
AUDIO-FREQUENCY POWER TYPICAL OPERATION (Sinusoidal wave, two tubes unless noted)
lF IT IS DESIRED T0 OPERATE THIS TUBE UNDER CONDITloNS WIDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE GIVEN UNDER "TYPICAL 0PERATloN," POSSIBLY
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A P P L I CAT I O N
Coozi7tg-Forced-air cooling must be provided ordinarily injure the tube, but it is recommended
to hold the ceramic-to-metal seals and anode that cooling air flow continue for at least three
core temperature below the maximum rating of minutes after filament power has been removed.
250°C. At ambient temperatures above 50°C, at Fizczmc7tt Voztczgc - The filament voltage, as
higher altitudes and at operating temperatures measured directly at the tube, should be 7.5
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requirements to maintain seal temperatures
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sents about 400 watts and since grid dissipation can, frequency heating, care should be taken to make
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allowance has been made in preparing this tabulation the maximum rating under any condition of
for an additional 550 watts.
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ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriated Tungsten M€72. Nom. Mcur.
Voltage-------- 7.5 volts
Current--------48 53 amperes
GRID DISSIPATION - 150 WATTS 1Adjust to give listed zero-signal plate current.
lF IT IS DESIRED TO OPERATE THIS TUBE UNDER CONDITloNS WIDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE GIVEN UNDER "TYPICAL 0PERATloN," POSSIBLY
EXCEEDNG THE MAXIMUM RATINGS GIVEN FOR CW SERVICE, WRITE EIMAC DIVIsloN 0F VARIAN, FOR INFORMATloN AND RECOMMENDATloNS.
A P P L I C AT I O N
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core temperature below the maximum rating of volts with maximum allowable variations due to
250°C. At ambient temperatures above 50°C, at line fluctuation of from 7.12 to 7.87 volts. Tube
higher altitudes and at operating temperatures life may be extended by operation at the lower
above 30 MHz, additional air flow must be pro- end of this range.
vided. Sea level and 10,000 foot altitude air-flow
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for an additional 550 watts. the maximum rating under any condition of
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current does not exceed one-tenth of the plate
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS1
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriated Tungsten
Voltage............ .......... 7.5 ± 0.37 V
Current, at 7.5 volts .... 50A
Amplification Factor (Average) .................. 20
Direct lnterelectrode Capacitance (grounded cathode)2
Input................................. 35.0 pF
Output................................ 0.9 pF
Feedback................. 20.0 pF
Frequency of Maximum Rating:
CW..................... 75 MHz
1. Characteristics and operating values are based upon performance tests. These figures may change without notice
as the result of additional data or product refinement. EIMAC Division of Varian should be consulted before using
this information for final equipment design.
2. Capacitance values are for a cold tube as measured in a special shielded fixture.
MECHANICAL
Maximum Overall Dimensions:
Length (excluding leads) . . . ....... 9.000in;228.60 mm
Diameter............. ....... 4.250in;107.95 mm
Net Weight .............. ....... 6.51b; 14.3kg
Operating Position ......... ..... Vertical, base up or down
Maximum Operating Temperature:
Ceramic/Metal Seals ........ ................. 250OC
Cooling.................. ............... Forced Air
Base....,,,............. ............... See Outline
EIMAC division of vari@n / 301 industrial way / sam carlos / california 94070
3CX2500H3
NOTE: TYPICAL OPEBATION data are obtained from direct measurement or by calculation from published character-
istic curves, Adjustment of the rf grid voltage to obtain the specified plate current at the specified bias,
screen and plate voltages is assumed. If this procedure is followed, there will be littlevariation in output
power when the tube is changed, even though there may be some variation in grid and screen current. The grid
and screen currents which result when the desired plate current is obtained are incidental and vary from tube
to tube. These current variations cause no difficulty so long as the circuit maintains the correct voltage in
the presence of the variations in current. In the case of Class C Service, if grid bias is obtained principally
by means of a grid resistor, the resistor must be adjustable to obtain the required bias voltage when the
correct rf grid voltage is applied.
APPLICATloN
MECHANICAL
MOowrJJVG - The 3CX2500H3 must be mounted vided. Sea level and 5000 foot altitude air flow
vertically either base up or down. A mounting requirements to maintain seal temperatures be-
flange is provided on the grid teminal to allow low 200C'C in 50°C ambient air are tabulated
bolting the tube to a grid deck or a strap. Fila- below (for operation below 30 MHz).
ment voltage is applied throuch two heavy flex-
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core temperature below the maximum rating of
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MECHANICAL
AUDIO FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION (Sinusoidal wave, two tubes)
OR MODULATOR Class-ABi
Class-ABi
DC Plate voltage ---- 4000 5000 6000 volts
MAXIMUM RATINGS (Per tube) DC Grid voltage (Approx)* -860 -1080 -1300 volts
Zero-Signal DC Plate Current 500 400 335 rnA
DC PLATE VOLTAGE 6000 MAX. VOLTS Max-Signal DC Plate current 3.00 2.80 2.65 amps
DC PLATE CURRENT 2.5 MAX. AMPERES EffectiveLoad, Plate~to-Plate 2160 3320 4560 ohms
PLATE DISSIPATION 5000 MAX. WATTS Peak AF GI.id Input voltage
GRIDDISSIPATION 50 MAX. WATTS (pertube) ----- 760 995 1250 volts
Max-Signal Driving power - 0 0 0 watts
*Adjust to stated zero-Signal DC plate cur-Max-Signal plate Input
rent. Can be expected to vary ±15%. Effect- Power ----- 12,000 14,000 16.000 watts
ive grid-circuit resistance must not exceed Max-Signal Plate Dissipation
200'000 ohms. (pertube) ---- 3000 3000 3000 watts
Max-Signal Plate Output
**At maximum signal without negative feed- Power ---- 6000 8000 10,000 watts
back. Total Harmonic Distortion** 1.8 2.6 2.1 percent
APPLICATloN
MECHANICAL
Mounting: The 3W5000Al mustbe mounted vertically with its base up or down at the convenience of the designer.
The filament connections should be made through spring collets and care must be taken not to impart strain to
the terminals or base.
The tube must be protected from severe shock and vibration during shipment and operation.
Cooling: Sufficient cooling must be provided to maintain seal and anode oore temperature at 175°C or below.
Cooling water and air-flow must be started when filament power is applied and it is advisable to continue for
two minutes after all voltages are removed.
The table below lists minimum water-flow requirements to maintain tube temperatures below 175° C for various
water-inlet temperatures. The water outlet temperature mustnot exceed 70° C and inlet water pressure must be
less than 60 pounds per square inch. A separate air-flow supply of approximately six cubic feet per minute,
directed into the filament structure is also required to maintain rated filament seal temperatures. This is best
accomplished using a small diameter insulating tubing directed into the stem, between the filament seals.
Plate Dissipation
Water InletTemp.(OC)
2KW 3KW 4KW 5KW
Note:
An extra 425 watts have been added to these plate dissipation figures in preparing this tabulation, to com-
pensate for grid and filament dissipation.
For operation at high altitudes or higher aLmbient temperatures, these quantities should be increased. In all
cases it is suggested that actual temperatures be measured to insure adequate cooling.
ELECTRICAL
Filament: The rated filament voltage for the 3W5000Al is 7.5 volts and should not exceed this value by more
than five percent if maximum tube life is to be realized. Reduction of filament voltage to about 7.2 volts will
actually enhance tube life and provision should be made for this adjustment where the lower emission can be
tolerated.
Grid Operation: The grid dissipation rating of the 3W5000Al is 50 watts. This is the product of the peak posi-
tive grid voltage and average dc grid current. When tubes are used in parallel in amplifier or modulator service,
provision should be made for individual adjustment of bias voltage, in order to match the tubes. In practice,
individual adjustment of drive voltage will not be necessary.
Special Applications: If it is desiredtooperate the tube under conditions widely different from those given here,
write to Power Grid Tube Marketing, Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., 301 Industrial Way, Sam Carlos, California, for
information and recolnmendations.
3W5000Al
DIMENSION DATA
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a 3.625
C I.062 I.187
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2. PIMENSIONS IN INCHES.
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0 1000 2000 3000 4000
PLATE VOLTAGE-VOLTS
5000 6000
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The Eimac 8242/3W5000A3 is a water-cooled, medium-mu power triode intended
for amplier, oscillator or modulator service. It has a maximum plate dissipation rating
of 5000 watts and is capable of high output at relatively low plate voltages. A single
3W5000A3 will deliver a radio frequency plate power-output of 7500 watts at a plate
voltage of 4000 volts.
NOTE.. The 8242/3W5000A3 is a water-cooled version of the air-cooled 8161/
3X25000A3.
The 8242/3W5000A3 should be used where water cooling is preferred and for
industi.ial applications or installations where reserve anode dissipation is desired.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
EL.ECTR!CAL
Min. Nom. Max.
Filament: Thoria+ed tungsten
Voltage - - o . - 7.5 yolti
Curron+---.. 49 54 amperes
Amplification Fac+or (Avorag®) -- 20
Direct lnter®loctrode Capacitanc®s (Average)
Grid-Plate
Grid-Filamon+----
Pla+®-Filamen+----
Transconductance (Ib±830 rna, Eb±3000v) 20,000
Frequency for Maximum Ratings - -
MECHANICAL
Bd§® - - -see drawing
Mounting vertical, b.s® dovrn or up
Maximum Over-All Dimensions:
Length • - 12.56 inches
PLATE DISSIPATION - - 5000 MAX. WATTS Plate Dissipation - - - 2 500 2 S00 2500
GRID DISSIPATION - - 150 MAX. WATTS Pla+e power output - - 7500 10,000 10,000
GRID DISSIPATION - 150 MAX. WATTS Plate power output - 5000 5300
AUDIO FREOUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION CLASS AB. (Two Tub®s|
AND MODULATOR Modulator Servic® for 4000 and 5000 volt operation. to moduldt. olt. o.
two tub®S, a! .howi` under "Pl.t. Modul®t.d R.dio Fr.qu.ncy ^mpli-
Class a (Sinuioidal wave, two tubes unless otl`.rwi!® .p.cified)
fi®r" (Page I)
MAXIMUM RATINGS
DCplatovolt®go - 4000 5000 4000 5000 volts
D C PLATE VOLTAGE .--- 6000 MAX. VOLTS
D C Grid Voltag®
MAX-SIGNAL D C PLATE -155 -200 -145 -190 volts
(approx.)' - -
CuRRENT, PER TUBE - - -2.5 MAX. AMPS
Zero-Signal D C Plato
PLATE DISSIPATION. PER TUBE - -5000 MAX. WATTS Current - - - a.4 0.4 0.6 0.5 .mps
Max-Signal D C Plato
Cu,ron+ - - - I.35 I.13 2.70 2.26 .mp$
TYPICAL OPERATION (Sinusoid.I wdv®. two tubes unless not®d| Eff®c+ivo Load, Plo+a
DC Plato Vol+.9® - - - 4000 5000 6000 volts to p'eto - . - 6600 10,000 3]00 5000 ohms
DC Grid voltag®] ---- 150 -190 -240 volts p®S:,tA..gF®G(ri:,!nt::+o)
Zero-Signal D C plot. Current - 0.6 0.5 0.4 Imps 240 275 285 3'0 yolts
Max-Signal D C plato Curr®n+ 4.0 3.2 3.0 amps Max-Signal P®a[
Driving Power - 42 40 134 Ilo watts
Effoctivo Load, Plot. to Plato - 2200 3600 4650 ohms
Max-Signal Nominal Driving
Poak A-F Grid Input Voltag®
Power (approx.) - 21 20 67 59 wet+s
(pertube)* --- 340 360 390 volts Max-Signal Plo+a
Max-Signal p®a[ Drivil`g powor* 340 230 225 wa+ts Power Output 3700 4000 7400 8000 watt.
Max-Sign.I Nominal Driving Will Modulate on® Tube
Powor' ---- 170 115 H3 watts R F Final lnpu+ of - 6670 7250 watt,
Max-Signal PIG+a Outpu+ Power u,000 H,000 13.000 watts \MII Modulate two tubes
'Approxim.te valu®S. R F Final Input of - 13.340 14,500 watts
IAdiust to give li.tod I®ro-Signal plot. cu"ant. •Adiu!t to giv. .t.I.d I.ro-Sign.I plot. cuii®nt.
IF iT is DEsiRED TO OpERATE THis TUBE UNDER cONDiTioNs wiDELy DiFFERENT FROM THOsE 6ivEN uNDm `.Typlc^L OpERATioN," possibly
ExcEEDiNG THE M^xiMUM R^TiNGs eiyEN FOR cw sERvicE. wRiTE EiTEi-MccuiLOuGH, iNc., FOR iNFORM^TON AND REcOMMEND^TioNs
APPLICATION
Coating-Minimum recommended water-flow ri`te and Plche Y®hege -The plate supply voltage for the
pi.essui.e drop vi`lues for different water-inlet tempera- 3W5000A3 should not exceed 6000 volts. In most
tures .ind plate dissipi`tions nre tabulated on the opposite cases there is little advantage in using plate-supply
p€`ge. The outlet water temper.iture must not exceed a voltages higher than those given under "Typical Oper-
mi`ximum of 70a C under any conditions. The inlet water ation" for the power output desired.
pressure must not exceed a maximum of 60 pounds per In class-C FM oE Telegraphy service, a 0.I henry
squ:`re inc.h.
choke, shunted by a spark gap, should be Series con-
The grid-terminal contact surface and adjacent glass
must be cooled by forced air. The quantity, velocity and :h=t#gfev¥.¥a:ethpiaFe`a::sppolf,i:,::,p.'rin:::,¥.s;.n:
direction must be ad].usted to limit the maximum seal tection from transients and surges. In plate modulated
temperature to |75° C.
The filament stem structure also requires forced-air :f=i=:tewc?i:reecahop!:t:s=:td:loaio:llF:n:ifuoi=f.risused,
cooling. A minimum of 6 cubic feet per minute must Grid Dissipati®p-The power dissipated by the grid
be directed into the space between the inner and outer of the 3W5000A3 must never exoeed 150 watts. Grid
filament contacting surfaces. dissipation may be calculated from the following ex-
Air and water flow must be started before filament pression
power is applied and maintained for at least five min- Pg-ecmplc
utes after the filament power has been removed.
where Pg= Grid dissipation,
Filament Yohage-The filament voltage, as measured ecmD±Peak positive grid voltage. and
directly at the tube, should be 7.5 volts with maximum Ic±D-C grid current
allowable variations due to line fluctuation of from 7.12
to 7.87 volts. e.mp may be measured by means of a suitable peak
voltmeter connected between filament and grid. Any
Bias Y®llage-There is little advantage in using bias suitable peak v.t.v.in. circuit may be used.
voltages in excess of those given under "Typical Opera-
tion," except in certain very specialized applications. wii:iyr:#e:st ::ciiYai:Crt u¥:d pi::e ri*!Fr8eq:::jc¥
Where bias is obtained from a grid resistor, suitable heating, care should be taken to make cer(aln that the
protective means must be provided to prevent excessive grid dissipation does not exceed the maximum rating
plate dissipation in the event of loss of excitation. under any condition of loading.
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
MECHANICAL
Base-------- ---Seeoutlinedrawing
Mounting position ---- - Vertical, base down or up
Cooling------- ----- Forced air
Maximum Temperatures:
Grid and Filament Seals
Anode Cooler Core -
Maximum Diameter
Netweight --
Shipping Weight -
AUDIO FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION (Sinusoidal wave, two tubes)
OR MODULATOR (Class ABi)
Class-ABi
DC Plate voltage ---- 4000 5000 6000
MAX"UM RATINGS (Per tube) DC Grid voltage (Approx)* -860 -1080 -1300
Zero-Signal DC Plate Current 500 400 335
DC PLATE VOLTAGE 6000 MAX. VOLTS Max-Signal DC Plate Current 3,00 2.80 2.65
DC PLATE CURRENT 2.5 MAX. AMPERES Effective Load, Plate-tolplate 2160 3320 4560
PLATE DISSIPATION 3000 MAX. WATTS Peak AF Grid Input Voltage
GRID DISSIPATION 50 MAX. WATTS (per tube) ----- 760 99.5 1250 volts
Max-Signal Driving power - 0 0 0 watt s
*Adjust to stated Zero-Signal DC Plate Cur- Max-Signal I)late Input
rent. Can be expected to vary ±15%. Effect- Power ---- 12,000 14,000 16,000 watts
ive grid-circuit resistance must not exceed Max-Signal Plate Dissipation
200,000 ohms. (pertube) ----- 3000 3000 3000 watts
Max-Signal Plate Output
**At maximum signal without negative feed- Power ----- 6000 8000 10,000 watts
back. Total Harmonic Distortion** 1.8 2.6 2.1 percent
APPLICATloN
MECHANICAL
Mounting: The 3W5000Fl mustbe mounted vertically with its base up or down at the convenience of the designer.
The base is fitted with heavy filament leadsto facilitate connections. These leads should be arranged to prevent
mechanical stress on the filament structure. The grid is also fitted with a flying lead.
The tube must be protected from severe shock and vibration during shipment and operation.
Cooling: Sufficient cooling must be provided to maintain seal and anode core temperature at 175° C or below.
Ccoling must be started when filament power is applied and it is advisable to continue for two minutes after all
voltages are removed.
The table below lists minimum water-flow requirements to maintain tube temperatures below 175° C for various
water-inlet temperatures. The water outlet temperature mustnot exceed 70° C and inlet water pressure must be
less than 60 pounds per square inch. A separate air-flow supply of approximately six cubic feet per minute,
directed into the filament structure is also required to maintain rated filament seal temperatures. This is best
accomplished using a small diameter insulating tubing directed into the stem, between the filament seals.
Note:
An extra 425 watts have been added to these plate dissipation figul.es in preparing this tabulation, to com-
pensate for grid and filament dissipation.
For operation at high altitudes or higher ambient temperatures, these quantities should be increased. In all
cases it is suggested that actual temperatures be measured to insure adequate cooling.
ELECTRICAL
Filcimenl: The rated filament voltage for the 3W5000Fl is 7.5 volts and should not exceed this value by more
than five percent if maximum tube life is to be realized. Reduction of filament voltage to about 7.2 volts will
actually enhance tube life and provision should be made for this adjustment where the lower emission can be
tolerated.
Grid Operation: The grid dissipation rating of the 3W5000Fl is 50 watts. This is the product of the peak
positive grid voltage and average dc grid current. When tubes are used in parallel in amplifier or modulator
service, provision should be made for individual adjustment of bias voltage, in order to match the tubes. In
practice, individual adjustment of drive voltage will not be necessary.
Specia I Applications: If it is desiredto operate the tube under conditions widely different from those given here,
write to Power Grid Tube Marketing, Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., 301 Industrial Way, San Carlos, California, for
information and recomniendations.
3W5000Fl
OIMENSION DATA
BEE NOM. M'N. MAX.
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voltage of 4000 volts.
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NOTE: The 8243|3W5000F3 if a iualer-cooled vet.+ion -of the air-cooled 8251 I
3X2500F3.
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
F:lament: Thoriated +ungsten Min. Nom. Max.
MECHANICAL
Ba§® - - -see drawing
Mounting vcr+ical, base down or up
Maximum Over-All Dimensions:
Length (Does no+ include filament connectors) - - 12.56 inches
Diameter------- - - 3.63 inches
Ne+ Weight -------- 4.8 pounds
Shipping weigh+ (Average) ----- 15 pounds
Cooling------.-- Water and forced air
AUDIO FREOuENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION CLASS A82 (Two Tubes|
AND MODULATOR Modulator service for 4000 and 5000 volt operation, to modulate one or
two tubes, as Shown under "Plate Modulated Radio Frequency Ampli-
Class 8 (Sinusoidal wave. h/o tubes unless otherwi.a Specified)
fier" (Page I)
MAXIMUM RATINGS
D-C plate voltage - 4000 5000 4000 5000 volts
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE .--- 6000 MAX. VOLTS
D-C Grid Voltage
MAX-SIGNAL D-C PLATE -155 -ZOO -145 -190 volts
(approx.)* - .
CuRRENT, PER TUBE - - -2.5 MAX. AMPS Zero-Signal D-C Plate
PLATE DisslpATioN, PER ruBE . . 5OOO MAx. wATTs Current - - - 0.4 0.4 0.6 0.5 emps
Max-Signal D-C Plato
Curren+ - - - I.35 I.13 2.70 2.26 emps
TYPICAL OPERATION (Sinusoidal wdvo, +wo tubes unless noted) Effective Lodid, Plato
D-C Plato Vol+ago - - - 4000 5000 6000 volts to plato - - . 6600 10,000 3300 5000 ohms
D-C Grid voltage] - - - -150 -190 -240 volts PO%,+Aa-gFeG(r;:r'nt::te)
Zero-Signal D-C Plat® Current - a.6 0.5 0.4 dmps 240 275 285 310 yolts
Max-Signal D-C Plato Current 4.0 3.2 3.0 amps Max-Signal Poa[
Driving Power - 42 40 134 ''8 watts
Effective Load, Plato to Plato - 2200 3600 4650 ohms
Max-Signal Nominal Driving
Peat A-F Grid Input Voltag®
Power (approx.) - 21 20 67 59 watts
(pe'tubo)I - - - 340 360 390 volts
Max-Signal Plato
Max-Signal P®ak Driving Power* 340 230 225 watts Power Ou+put 3700 4000 7400 8000 watts
Max-Signal Nominal Driving Will Modulate one Tube
Power*.--. 170 115 113 watts R-F Final Input of - 6670 7250 watts
Max-Signal Pldt® Ou+pu+ Power 11,00011,00013,000 watts Will Modulate two tubes
•Approximato velu®s. R-F Final Input of - 13,340 14,500 watts
IAdiust to give listed I®ro-!ignal plato cu,,ent. •Adiu!t to give stated zero-signal plate current.
lF IT IS DESIRED TO OPERATE THIS TUBE UNDER CONDITIONS WIDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE GIVEN UNDER "TYPICAL OPERATION." POSSIBLY
EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM RATINGS 6lvEN FOR CW SERVICE, WRITE EITEL-McCULLOuGH, lNC., FOR INFORMATON AND RECOMMEND^TloNS
APPLICATION
> Coolillg-Minimum recommended water-flow I.ate and Plate Volrdge -The plate supply voltage for the
pressure di.op values for different water-inlet tempera- 3W5000F3 should not exceed 6000 volts. In most
tures i`nd pk`te dissipations are tabulated on the opposite cases there is little advantage in using plate-supply
p€`ge. The outlet water temperature must not exceed a voltages higher than those given under ``Typical Oper-
maximum of 70° C under any conditions. The inlet water ation" for the power output desired.
pressiire must not exceed a mciximum of 60 pounds per In Class-C FM or Telegraphy service, a 0.I henry
sqmlre iiich.
choke, shunted by a spark gap, should be series con-
The grid-teminal contact surface and ad|.acent glass nected between the plates of the amplifier tubes and
must be cooled by forced air. The quantity, velocity and the high voltage plate supply capacitor to offer pro-
direction must be ad).usted to limit the maximum seal tection from transients and surges. In plate modulated
temperature to |5o° C. service, where a plate modulation transformer is used,
The filament stem structure also requires forced-air the protective choke is not normally required.
cooling. A minimum of 6 cubic feet per minute must Grid Dissipdion-The power dissipated by the grid
be directed into the space between the inner and outer of the 3W5000F3 must never exceed 150 watts. Grid
filament contacting surfaces. dissipation may be calculated from the following ex-
Air and water flow must be started before filament pression
power is applied and maintained for at least five min- Pg-eemplc
utes after the filament power has been removed.
where Pg± Grid dissipation,
Filamehr Vohage-The filament voltage, as measured eemp±Peak positive grid voltage, and
directly at the tube, should be 7.5 volts with maximum Ic±D-C grid current
allowable variations due to line fluctuation of from 7.12
to 7.87 volts. ecmp may be measured by means of a suitable peak
voltmeter connected between filament and grid. Any
Bias Vollage-There is little advantage in using bias suitable peak v.t.v.in. circuit may be used.
voltages in excess of those given under "Typical Opera- In equipment in which the plate loading varies
tion," except in certain very specialized applications. widely, such as oscillators used for radio-frequency
Where bias is obtained from a grid resistor, suitable heating, care should be taken to make certain that the
protective means must be provided to prevent excessive grid dissipation does not exceed the maximum rating
plate dissipation in the event of loss of excitation. under any condition of loading.
> Indiccites change from sheet dated 8-26-58
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DRIVING POWER vs. POWER OUTPUT
The thi.ee charts on this page show the relationship of plate
11
Pp I . y'
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Pp,.2 0
I effic`ienc`y, power output and approximate grid driving power at
plate v()ltages of 4000, 500() and 6000 volts. These charts show
combined grid and bias losses only. The di-iving-power and power-
I Y:PO OW i :I outp`it figiires do not include c`il.c`uit losses. The plate dissipation
ro 66v in watts i``` indicated by Pp. Points A, 8, and C are identical to
• •. 4000 •.
60cO 8 000 cO 00 '2 OcO 140co the typic`al Class C operating conditions shown on the first page
PO WE RO uT PUT- WAT TS
under 4000, 5000 and 6000 volts respectively.
> Indicates change from sheet dated 8-26-58
-@ 3W5000F3
MECHANICAL
Base, Socket and Connections - See drawing Maximum Over-all Dimensions:
Operating position - - - -Any Length - - - 2.75 inches
Cooling Forced Air Diameter - ~ 1.27 inches
Maximum Operating Tempera+ures: Net weight ---- 2.8 ounces
Metal-to-Glass seals - - '750 C Shipping Weight (Approximate)- 7 ounces
Anode core - - - - 1750 C
TYPICAL OPERATION
PLATE-MODULATED RADIO-FREOUENCY
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AMPLIFIER OR OSCILLATOR
MAXIMUM RATINGS (Carrier conditions, per tube)
D-C plate voltage -------
D-C PLATE VOLTAGES . . 600 MAX. VOLTS
D-C GRID VOLTAGE - - -150 MAX. VOLTS D-C Grid Voltage
D-C GRID CURRENT - - - 50 MAX. MA
D-C CATHODE CURRENT - - loo MAX. MA D-C plate current -------
PEAK INSTANTANEOUS POSITIVE
GRID VOLTAGE - - - 30 MAX. VOLTS D-C Grid Current -------
PEAK INSTANTANEOUS NEGATIVE
GRID VOLTAGE - - - 400 MAX. VOLTS Driving power (approx.)I ------
PLATE DISSIPATION - - - 70 MAX. WATTS
GRID DISSIP^TloN - - - 2 MAX. WATTS Useful carrier power output -----
IDriving power listed is the total power which must be supplied to a practical grid circuit at the frequency shown.
2Theso 2500-megacycle conditions conform to the minimum requirements of
the MIL-E-I specifications for the 2C3.A.
3For less than 100% modulation, higher d-c plate voltage may be used if the sum of the peak positive modulating voltage and the d-c plate
voltage does not exceed 1200 volts.
APPLICATION
MECHANICAL Frequency (Mc.) Ef (Volts)
Mounting-The 3XlooA5 may be operated in any posi- Up to 400 6.3
tion. It should be firmly held in place by spring-fingei. 400 to 1000 6.0
collets bearing on the terminal surfaces. The tube 1000 to 1500 5.5
should seat against the under side of the "anode 1500 to 2000 5.0
flange" (see outline drawing). In applications in- 2000 and above 4.5
volving severe shock and vibration, the tube may be If the conditions of operation result in extreme
clamped in place by applying a suitable clamping cathode back-heating, it may be necessary to start
device to the anode flange. It is recommended that no dynamic tube operation at normal heater voltage fol-
other portion of the tube be subjected to clamping lowed by a reduction of heater voltage to the proper
forces. value.
Conheclions-The tube terminals are in the form of
concentric cylinder.s of graduated diameters so that the
3XlooA5 may be conveniently used with coaxial tuning :atfhod°::n?hEe5±`i'85AiTaEed::I:d:1:::a::dth:nhfga°tteerntafra:
devices. Spring-finger collets should be used to make connected intemally. The absolute maximum rated
contact with the anode, grid, cathode, and heater ter- d-c current is 125 milliamperes.
minals. Adequate contact area and spring pressure It is recommended that rated heater voltage be
should be provided to minimize heating and to prevent applied for a mininum of 30 seconds before other
erratic circuit performance at the higher frequencies. operating voltages are applied. Tube performance
Non-contacting or intermittently-contacting collet will become stabilized approximately 60 seconds after
fingers will cause troublesome circuit behavior, espe- the heater voltage is applied.
cially at very-high and ultra-high frequencies. Elec-
trode contact surfaces should be kept clean and free E£:s:Fati::rfjsd 28p;;T=rsj.on_The maximum rated grid
of oxide coatings. At operating frequencies near 500 megacycles, the
Cooling-Forced air must be supplied to the anode driving power. necessary for maxinum output of a
cooler and to the metal-to-glass seals in sufficient typical grounded-grid amplif ier is in the order of 6
quantity to maintain their temperatures below 175° C. watts and as the operating frequency is increased, the
At sea level, with an inlet air temperature of 20° driving power requirements increase. Most of this
C, 12.5 cubic feet per minute of air flow is required additional driving power is absorbed in circuit losses
to cool the anode at loo watts plate dissipation when other than grid dissipation, however, and the actual
the illustrated air cowling is used. Operation at higher grid dissipation will increase very little.
attitudes or with higher inlet air temperatures will The grid bias required by various 3XlooA5 tubes
require increased volumes of flow to obtain equivalent may vary between limits approximately 50% above and
cooling. When using the anode cowling as illustrated below the nominal value and means should be provided
here, it is necessary to provide air for seal cooling in the equipment to accommodate such variations.
separately.
It should be bone in mind that operating tern- When grid-leak bias is used, suitable means must
be provided to protect the tube against loss of excita-
perature is the sole criterion of cooling effectiveness, tion at plate voltages above 600 volts and the grid-leak
regardless of the coolant type, flow rate, or coolant
temperature. One method of measuring surface tem- resistor should be made variable to facilitate maintain-
ing the bias voltage and plate current at the desired
peratures is by the use of a temperature-sensitive lac- values when tubes are changed in the equipment.
quer, such as "Tempilaq." This product can be ob-
tained from the Tempil Corporation, 132-34 West 22nd Plate Operation-The maximum rated plate dissipa-
Street, New York 11, N.Y. or from various chemical or tion is 100 watts. In plate-modulated applications, the
scientific-equipment suppliers. When temperature- plate dissipation under carrier conditions must be lim-
sensitive materials are used, extremely thin applications ited to 70 watts to avoid exceeding the plate-dissipa-
must be used to avoid inaccui.ate indications and in- tion rating with 100% sine-wave modulation.
terference with the heat transfer from the tube to the In general, low-voltage high-current operation is
air stream.
preferable to high-voltage low-current operation from
the standpoint of optimum life.
ELECTRICAL
An excellent indication of operating conditions is
FXTo`oeA`A5°ipe6T3t::oi=:::rateedw::££tne:::[]ttaa%:fs°hro:I: the ratio of grid current to plate current; when the
be determined from the table below. The heater voltage 3XlooA5 is operated with grid-current values greater
should be maintained within plus or minus 10% of its than half those of the plate current, either the drive
intended value to minimize variations in circuit per- is excessive or the plate loading is too light for the
formance and to obtaiii maximum tube life. excitation present. The tube should never be operated
At ultra-high frequencies transit-time effects can unloaded, even for short periods of time. Drive should
influence the cathode temperature. The amount of r-f be held to the lowest value consistent with reasonable
driving power diverted to heating the cathode by efficiency.
back-bombardment will depend upon the frequency,
the plate current, and the r-f driving power being tsuEgi:`ndAeEP';'::E!3:nT`;iitei;d:frreerdent,o:P.e=at:ht.hsi:
supplied to the tube. The following table is intended given here, write to Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., Sam Bruno,
as a general guide. California, for information and recommendations.
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A is 5000 watts of carrier power when used as a plate-modulated amplifier and 1250
watts of carrier power when used as a grid-modulated or linear amplifier.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoria+ed Tungsten lvlin. Nom. Max.
Voltage-.-....-. 7.5 volts
Currant..-..-... 49 54 amp®.os
Amplification Fac+or -...-... '9 26
Direct lntor®l®ctrodo Capacitdncos
Grid-Plato........ 16.8 23.2 uuf
Grid-Filam®n+ 29.2
Plato-Filament-.---.. 0.6
Transconductanc® (lb=830 rna., Eh=3000v.) . -- 20,000
MECHANICAL
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- - Forced air
- - - '750 C
> i::!*:in An;de €oole-r co;"ni sea-I Te;pera;ures- : :
Maximum Over-All Dimensions:
Length
Diameter...-.--.-
¥h®itpp#gw®ight-(Aye:age). : : : : : : :
(Conventional N®utrali]ed Amplifier-Frequencies below 75Mc.) D-C Grid Voltage - - . _300 J50 +00 volts
D-C Grid Current. - - • 245 265 '80 rna
Cla!..C FM or Telegraphy |Key-down conditions. per tube)
Peak R-F Grid Input Voltage. . 580 750 765 volts
MAXIMutul RATINGS . '42 '97
Driving Power .--- '36 watts
I)-C PLATE VOLTAGE .-.-... 6000 MAX. VOLTS
. 68 70 46 watts
g[STE16T;sl?X5lROE#T . : : : : : : -252o.g#Af..#XEis a:itde B:i;iap`ati:;:t 12,500 watts
PIATE COOLER CORE TEMPERATURE 175 MAX. a C PlateDissipation . '0!888 `2i!88 2500 watts
- 7500 10,000 10.COO watt.
6-RID-bl-SS-lp^TION .-----. 150MAX.WATTS Plate power output
AUDIO-FREOUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION |Sinusoidal wave, two tubes unl®!s noted)
D.C Plate Voltage ----.- 4000 5000 6000 volts
OR MODULATOR -150 -190 -240volts
D-C Grid Yoltagel .....
Zero-Signal D-C plate current - - . 0.6 0.5 a.4 amps
Class-AB or 8 Max-Signal D-C plate curreiit - - . 4.0 3.2 3.a amps
MAXIMUM RATINGS Effectiv® Load. Plate to plate --- 2200 3600 4650 ohms
Peak A-F Grid Input Voltage (per tube)' - 340 360 390 volts
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE 6000 MAX. VOLTS Max-Signal peak Driving power .--- 340 230 225 watts
Max-Signal Nominal Driving Power' - - 170 115 ]13 watts
D-C PLATE CURRENT 2.5 MAX. AMPS
Max-Signal Plate Output Power - - ll,OcO 11,00013,000 watts
PLATE DISSIPATION 2500 MAX. WATTS •Approximate values.
GRID DISSIPATION 150 MAX. WATTS ]Adiust to give listed zero-Signal plate current.
IF IT IS DESIRED TO OPERATE THIS TUBE UNDER CONDITIONS WEXCEEDINGTHEMAXIMUMRATINGSGIVENFORCWSERVICE.W lDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE GIVEN UNDER "TYPICAL OPERITEEITEL-McCULLOUGH,lNC.,FORINFORMATIONANDRRATION'', POSSIBLYECOMMENDATloNS
APPLICATION
> Cooling-Forced-air cooling must be provided to Fi[omenr Yoltoge-The filament voltage, as measured
hold the glass-to-metal seals and the anode cooler core directly at the tube, should be 7.5 volts with maximum
below the maximum rated temperature of 1750 C. Al- allowable variations due to line fluctuation of from 7.12
though the air requirements stated below are sufficient to 7.87 volts.
to maintain rated tube temperatures under many con-
ditions, air in excess of the amounts shown will usually Bias Voltage-There is little advantage in using bias
result in longer tube life. At ambient temperatures voltages in excess of those given under "Typical Op-
higher than 20° C., at high altitudes, and at operating eration" except in certain very specialized applications.
frequencies above 30 megacycles, additional air flow Where bias is obtained from a grid resistor, suitable
must be provided. In all cases, tube temperatures are
protective means must be provided to prevent excessive
the criteria which govern air requirements. Surface
plate dissipation in the event of loss of excitation.
temperatures may be measured conveniently with the
aid of temperature-sensitive paints.
Plale Voltage - The plate-supply voltage for the
3X2500A3 should not exceed 6000 volts. In most
cases there is little advantage in using plate-supply
Anode-to-Base Air-Flow
voltages higher than those given under "Typical Op-
Sea Level 10,000 F®®t
eration" for the power output desired.
PlateDissipation In Class-C FM or Telegraphy service a 0.I -henry
Air.Flow Pressure Drop Air.Flow Pressure Drop
(Watts) (CFM) |lnches H20) (CFM) (Inches H20) choke, shunted by a spark gap, should be series con-
nected between the plates of the amplifier tubes and
2000 58.5 0.8 85.5 I.15
the high-voltage plate-supply capacitor to offer protec-
2500 85.5 I.6 125 2.3
tion from transients and surges. In plate-modulated
services where a plate-modulation transformer is used
the protective choke is not noi-mally required.
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®ENER^L CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Fil.m®nt: Thoriat®d Tungst®n Min. Nom. Max.
Volt.g® . . - 7.5 yolt$
Current . . . 53 Imp.I.. <
Amplifica+ion Factor - - . 26
Direct lnt®roloctrodo Capacitancos!
Grid-Plato . . . -'6.8 23.2
Grid-Filam®n+ . . -2,.2 40.2
P'dt®.Filemont . - • 0.6 I.Z
Transconductanco (lb±830 rna., Eb=3000 v.) ---- • - 20,000
Highos+ Fr®qu®ncy for Maximum Ratings ----- ---- 30
MECHANICAL
Bes®.-----.-.--. -S®® outlin. dreving
Mounting---..-----. V®hic.I, b.S. down or up
M.ximum Anode Cooler core and seal Tompordturos - - . - - . '75. C
Cooling-.--------- - - -Forced air
M.ximum Ov®i.All Dimensions:
length (Does not includo filament connectors) --
Diam®tor-.-------
length of Filament connoctors (Approximate| ----
Not weight .---------
Shipping weigh+ (Approximdt®) ------
tEffoctive 6-30-64) Copyright 1964 by Eit®l-Mccullough. Inc. lndic3t®s change from Slie®t ddt®d 12-5-62
-a 3X2500F3
lF IT IS DESIRED TO OPERATE THIS TUBE UNDER CONDITEXCEEDINGTHEMAXIMUMRATINGSGIVENFORCWSER loNS WIDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE GIVEN UNDER "TYPICAL OPERATION", POSSIBLYVICE,WRITEEITEL-McCULLOuGH.INC.,FORINFORMATIONANDRECOMMENDATtoNS
Anode-to-Base Air-Flow
Sea Level '0.000 F®.t Plate Voltage - The plate-supply voltage for the
PlateDissipotion 3X2500F3 should not exceed 6000 volts.
Ai,-Flow Pressure Drop Air.Flow Pressure Drop
(Watts) (CFM) (Inches H20) (CFM) (lnch®S H20)
In Class-C FM or Telegi.aphy service, a 0.1-henry
2000 58.5 0.8 85.5 I.15
choke, shunted by a spark gap. should be series con-
2500 85.5 I.6 125 2.3
nected between the plates of the amplifier tubes and
the high-voltage plate-supply capacitor to offer protec-
tion from ti.ansients and surges. In plate-modulated
service, whei.e a plate-modulation transformer is used,
Base-to-Anode Ail.-Flow
the protective choke is not normally required.
Sea Level '0,000 F®®t
PlateDissipation
Pressure Drop Ai,-Ploy Pres.Ore Drop
Air-Flow Grid Dissipation-The power dissipated by the grid
(Watts) (CFM) (Inches H20) (CFM) (Inches H20)
of the 3X2500F3 I-must never exceed 150 watts. Grid
2000 35.5 0.25 52 0.35
dissipation is the product of dc grid cui.rent and peak
2500 42 0.5 61.5 0.75
positive gi`id voltage.
In equipment in which the plate loading vai.ies widely,
Under the same conditions, a minimum air-flow such as oscillators used for radio-frequency heating,
rate of 6 CFM directed into the filament-stem structui.e care should be taken to make certciin that the grid dis-
betv een the inner and outer filament terminals is re-
sipation cloes not exceed the maximum rating under
quired to maintain the base seals below 175° C,
any condition of lt]ading. With lightly loaded condi-
Simultaneous removal of all power and air (as in
the case of a power failure) will not ordinarily injul`e tions the grid drivi|ig power should be reduced sb that
the tube, but it is not recommended as a standard the gI.id current does not exceed one-tenth of the plate
operating practice. cut.rent.
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
AUDIO FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION (Sinusoidal wave, two tubes)
OR MODULATOR Class ABi
Class-ABi
DCplatevoltage ---- 4000 5000 6000 volts
MAXIMUM RATINGS (Per tube) DC Grid voltage (Approx)* -860 -1080 -1300 volts
Zero-Signal DC plate current 500 400 335 rnA
DC PLATE VOLTAGE 6000 MAX. VOLTS Max-Signal DC plate current 3.00 2.80 2.65 amps
DC PLATE CURRENT 2.5 MAX. AMPERES Effective Load, Plate-to-Plate 2160 3320 4560 ohms
PLATE DISSIPATION 3000 MAX. WATTS Peak AF Grid Input Voltage
GRID DISSIPATION 50 MAX. WATTS (pertube) ~ ---- 760 995 1250 volts
Max-Signal Driving power - 0 0 0 watts
*Adjust to stated Zero-Signal DC Plate Cur- Max-Signal Plate Input
rent. Can be expected to vary ±15%. Effect- Power ---- 12,000 14,000 16'000 watts
ive grid-circuit resistance must not exceed Max-Signal Plate Dissipation
200'000 ohms. (pertube) ----- 3000 3000 3000 watts
Max-Signal Plate Output
**At maximum signal without negative feed- Power ----- 6000 8000 10.000 watts
back. Total Harmonic Distortion** 1.8 2.6 2.1 percent
(Effective 2-18-63) © Copyright 1952,1953,1963by Eitel-Mccullough, Inc. Printed in U.S.A. > Change from data Sheet dated 2-1-52
-@ 3X3000A1
APPLICATION
MECHANICAL
Mounting: The 3X3000Al mustbe mounted verticallywith its base up or down at the convenience of the designer.
The filament connections should be made through spring collets and care must be taken not to impart strain to
the terminals or base assembly.
The tube must be protected from severe shock and vibration during shipment and operation.
Cooling: Sufficient forced air cooling must be provided to maintain seal and anode core temperature at 175°C
or below. Air-flow must be startedwhenfilamentpower is applied and it is advisable to continue air-cooling for
two minutes after all voltages are removed.
The table below lists minimum air-flow requirements to maintain tube temperatures below 175°C with air flow-
ing in both the base-to-anode and anode-to-base directions. This tabulation presumes air at 25° C and sea level.
A separate supply of approximately six cubic feet per minute, directed into the filament stmcture is also re-
quired to maintain rated filament seal temperatures. This is best accomplished using a small diameter insula-
ting tubing directed into the stem between the filament seals.
PlateDissipation(Watts)
AIR-FLOW PRESSURE DROP AIR-FLOW PRESSURE DROP
(CFM) (inches of water) (CFM) (inches of water)
Note:
An extra 425 watts have been added to these plate dissipation figures in preparing this tabulation, to com-
pensate for grid and filament dissipation.
For operation at high altitudes or higher ambient temperatures, these quantities should be increased. In all
cases it is suggested that actual temperatures be measured to insure adequate cooling.
ELECTRICAL
Filament: The rated filament voltage for the 3X3000Al is 7.5 volts and should not exceed this value by more
than five percent if maximum tube life is to be realized. Reduction of filament voltage to about 7.2 volts will
actually enhance tube life and provision should be made for this adjustment where the lower emission can be
tolerated.
Grid Operation:The grid dissipationratingofthe 3X3000Al is 50 watts. This is the product of the peak positive
grid voltage and average dc grid current. When tubes are used in parallel in amplifier or modulator service,
provision should be made for individual adjustment of bias voltage, in order to match the tubes. In practice,
individual adjustment of drive voltage will not be necessary.
Special Applications: If it is desiredtooperate the tube under conditions widely different from those given here,
write to Power Grid Tube Marketing, Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., 301 Industrial Way, San Carlos, California, for
information and recommendations.
3X3000Al
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DIMENSIONAL DATA
A 4.093 4.156
8 .781 .843
C 3.625
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I . 490
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F 2.990 3.0'0
G .812 .937
I . 437 I.562
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EIMAC
ELK S ifa# i sea 8 gr# rm €L* tg fag <ae gr # RE ae
zero grid bias offers circuit simplicity by eliminating the bias supply. In addition,
grounded-grid operation is attractive since a power gain of over twenty times can be
obtained with the 3X3000A7.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriated-Tungsten
Voltage---------- 7.5 yolts
Current-.--------- 51 amperes
Amplification Factor --------- 200
lnterelectrode Capacitances:
Grid-Filament 38 uuf
G,rid-Plato.------.. 24 uuf
Plate-Filament-------- 0.6 uuf
MECHANICAL
Maximum Dimensions:
a
GRID DISSIPATION ---- 225 WATTS Peak AF Driving Voltage (per tube) 185 yolts
Load Resistance, plate-to-Plate - 2200 ohms
*Approximato Values Max-Sig Plato Outpu+ Power - 11,000 wet+s
NOTE: "TYPICAL OPERATION" data are obtained by calculation from published characteristic curves and con-
firmed by direct +ests. No allowance for circui+ losses. either input or output, has been made.
APPLICATION
Input Circuit-When the 3X3000A7 is operated as a temperatures below the maximum rating. Minimum
air flow requirements to maintain anode-core and seal
grounded-grid rf amplifier, the use of a resonant tank
temperatures below 175°C at sea level with an inlet-air
in the cathode circuit is recommended in order to
temperature of 50°C are tabulated for air-flow in the
obtain greatest linearity and power output. For best anode-to-base and base-to-anode directions. At higher
results with a single-ended amplifier it is suggested ambient temperatures, frequencies above 30 Mc or at
that the cathode tank circuit operate at a "Q" of five higher altitude, a greater quantity of air will be re-
or more. quired. It is s`iggested that temperatures be monitored
jn any new installation to insure proper cooling.
Cooling-The maximum temperature rating for the
anode core and seals of the 3X3000A7 is 175°C. Suf- In addition, a minimum air flow of 7 cfm must be
ficient forced-air cooling must be provided to keep directed into the filament stem structure, between the
the temperatul.e of the anode core and the tempera- inner and outer filament conductors. This rate of air
tures of the glass-to-metal seals below 175°C. Tube life flow provides sufficient stem cooling at ambient temp-
is usually prolonged if these areas are maintained at eratures up to ,55°C.
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Anode-To-Base Base-To-Anode
Air-Flow Air Flow
**Since +he power dissipa+ed by +he filamen+ is abou+ 375 wa+ts and since grid
dissipation can, under some circumstances. represen+ another 225 watts, allowance
has been made in preparing +his tabula+ion for an additional 600 watts dissipation.
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AUDIO FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION (Sinusoidal wave, two tubes)
0R MODULATOR Class AB|
Class-ABi
DC plate voltage ---- 4000 5000 6000 volts
MAXIMUM RATINGS (Per tube) DC Grid voltage (Approx)* -860 -1080 -1300 volts
Zero-Signal DC Plate Current 500 400 335 rnA
DC PLATE VOLTAGE 6000 MAX. VOLTS Max-Signal DC Plate Current 3.00 2.80 2.65 amps
DC PLATE CURRENT 2.5 MAX. AMPERES Effective Load, Plate-to-Plate 2160 3320 4560 ohms
PLATE DISSIPATION 3000 MAX. WATTS Peak AF Grid hput Voltage
GRD DISSIPATION 50 MAIL WATTS (per tube) ----- 760 99 5 1250 volts
Max-Signal Driving power - 0 0 0 watts
*Adjust to stated Zero-Signal DC Plate Cur- Max-Signal Plate Input
rent. Can be expected'to vary ±15%. Effect- Power ---- 12,000 14,000 16,000 watts
ive grid-circuit resistance must not exceed Max-Signal Plate Dissipation
200,000 ohms. (pertube) ----- 3000 3000 3000 watts
Max-Signal Plate Output
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APPLICATloN
MECHANICAL
Mounting: The 3X3000Fl mustbe mounted verticallywith its base up or down at the convenience of the designer.
The base is fitted with heavy filament leads to facilitate connections. These leads should be arranged to prevent
mechanical stress on the filament structure. The grid is also fitted with a flying lead.
The tube must be protected from severe shock and vibration during shipment and operation.
Cooling: Sufficient forced air coolir}g must be provided to maintain seal temperature at 175° C or below. Air-
flow must be started when filament power is applied and it is advisable to continue air-cooling for two minutes
after all voltages are removed.
The table below lists minimum air-flow requirements to maintain tube temperatures below 175° C with air
flowing in both the base-to-anode and anode-to-base directions. This tabulation presumes air at 25° C and sea
level. A separate supply of approximately six cubic feet per minute, directed into the filament structure is also
required to maintain I.ated filament seal temperatures. This is best accomplished using a small diameter in-
sulating tubing directed into the stem, between the filament seals.
PlateDissipation(Watts)
AIR-FLOW PRESSURE DROP AIR-FLOW PRESSURE DROP
(CFM) (inches of water) (CFM) (inches of water)
Note:
An extra 425 watts have been added to these plate dissipation figures in preparing this tabulation, to com-
pensate for grid and filament dissipation.
For operation at high altitudes or higher ambient temperatures, these quantities should be increased. In all
cases it is suggested that actual temperatures be measured to insure adequate cooling.
ELECTRICAL
Filament: The rated filament voltage for the 3X3000Fl is 7.5 volts and should not exceed this value by more
than five percent if maximum tube life is to be realized. Reduction of filament voltage to about 7.2 volts will
actually enhance tube life and provision should be made for. this adjustment where the lower emission can be
tolerated.
Grid Operation:The grid dissipationratingofthe 3X3000Fl is 50 watts. This is the product of the peak positive
grid voltage and average dc grid current. When tubes are used in parallel in amplifier or modulator service,
provision should be made for individual adjustment of bias voltage, in order to match the tubes. In practice,
individual adjustment of drive voltage will not be necessary.
Specicil Applications: If it is desiredtooperate the tube under conditions widely different from those given here,
write to Power Grid Tube Marketing, Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., 301 Industrial Way, San Carlos, California, for
information and recommendations.
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Filament: Thoriated-Tungsten
Voltage volts
Current amperes
Amplification Factor -
Interelectrode Capacitances:
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MECRANICAL
Base -See outline drawing
Operating Position Vertical, base up or down
Cooling Forced air
Maximum Operating Temperatures:
Anode Core and Seals 1500c
Maximum Dimensions:
Height (Does not include filament connectors) 8.6 inches
Diameter - 4.16 inches
Net weight - 7.5 pounds
APPLICATION
INPUT CIRCUIT -When the 3X3000F7 is operated as a grounded-grid r-f amplifier, the use
of a resonant tank in the cathode circuit is recommended in orderto obtain greatest linear-
ity and power output. For best results with a single-ended amplifier it is suggested that
the cathode tank circuit operate at a "Q" of five or more.
COOLING -The maximum temperature rating for the anode core and seals of the 3X3000F7
is 1500C. Sufficient forced-air cooling must be provided to keep the temperature of the
anode core and the temperatures of the glass-to-metal seals below 150°C. Tube life is
usually prolongedif these areas are maintained at temperatures below the maximum rating.
Minimum air flow requirements to maintain anode-core and seal temperatures below 150°C
with inlet-air temperatures of 40°C and 55°C are tabulated. A maximum ambient temper-
ature of 40°C will apply to most commercial installations, while the 55°C data is useful
when designing equipment in conformance with MIL-I-5400 Curve A (Class I) .
In addition, a minimum air flow of 7 CFM must be directed into the filament stem
structure, between the inner and outer filament conductors. This rate of air flow provides
sufficient stem cooling at ambient temperatures up to 55°C.
*Approximate Values
tModulation Crest Conditions
3X3000F7 -
**Since the power dissipated by the filament is about 375 watts and
since grid dissipation can, under some circumstances, represent an-
other 225 watts, allowance has been made in preparing this tabulation
for an additional 600 watts dissipation.
DmiENsioN OATA
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C 3 . 625
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The Eimac 3Cxlo, 000A3 is a ceramic and metal power triode in-
tended primarily for use as a power oscillator in industrial-heating
applications. It is also useful as a grounded-grid FM amplifier, as
a conventional plate-modulated amplifier at broadcast frequencies,
or as a linear amplifier.
GENERAL CIIARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriated-Tungsten
Voltage - 7. 5 volts
Current - loo amperes
Ampufication Factor - 20
Interelectrode Capacitances:
Grid-Filament 60 uuf
Grid-Plate - 40 uuf
Plate-Filament 2. O uuf
Frequency for Maximum Ratings Ilo Mc
MECHANICAL
Base Coaxial
Recommended socket - ut Eimac sK-1300
Operating Position Vertical, base up or down
Cooling - Forced air
Maximum Operating Temperatures:
Anode Core 2500c
Ceramic-to-Metal Seals 2500c
Maximum Dimensions:
Height -8.5inches
Diameter - - 7.01nches
Net weight - - 12 pounds
APPLICATION
> Cooling -The maximum temperature rating for the external surfaces of the 3Cxlo, 000A3 is
250°C. Sufficient forced-air cooling must be provided to keep the temperature of the
anode .core and the temperature of the ceramic-metal seals below 250°C. Tube lifeis usu-
ally prolonged if these areas are maintained at temperatures below this maximum rating.
Minimum air-flow requirements to maintain anode-core and sealtemperatures below 225°C
with an inlet-air temperature of 50°C are tabulated below.
**Since the power dissipated by the filament is about 750 watts and
since grid dissipation can, under some circumstances, represent an-
other 250 watts, allowance has been made in preparing this tabulation
for an additional 1000 watts dissipation.
Filament Operation -The rated filament voltage for the 3Cxlo, 000A3 is 7.5 volts. Fila-
ment voltage, as measured at the socket, should be maintained at this value to obtain
maximum tube life. In no case should lt be allowed to deviate from the rated value by
more than five percent.
Special Applications - If it ls desired to operate this tube under conditions widely differ-
ent from those given here, write to the Application Engineering Department, Eltel-Mccul-
lough, Inc. , 301 Industrial Way, San Carlos, California, for information and recommen-
dations .
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Cooling of th. 25T is accomplished by radiation from the plato, which op®ratos at a visible
rod color at maximum dissipd+ion and by mean. of air convoc+ion around the onvolopo.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriated +ung§ton
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Amplification Factor (Av®rag®) - - --24
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The EIMAC 35TG is a high-mu triode having a maximum plate dissipation of 50 watts. It is
intended for use as an amplifier, oscillator or modulator, and can be used at its maximum ratings
at frequencies up to loo MHz. It is basically the same as the EIMAC 35T except that the grid
terminal is located at the side of the bulb.
The 35TG is cooled by radiation and by free circulation of air around the envelope.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament : Thoriated Tungsten Min. iiiffl
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Voltage-------------- volts
Current-------------- 3.6 4.2 amps
Amplification Factor ------------- 35 43
Direct Interelectrode Capacitances :
Grid-Plate------------- I.25 2.05 pF
Grid-Filament------------ 2.00 3.20 pF
Plate-Filament------------ 0.10 0.35 pF
Transconductance (I b = loo rnA) -------- 2850 umhos
Frequency for Maximum Ratings --------- 100 MHz
MECHANICAL
Base: UX Medium 4-pin. Fits E. F. Johnson Co. 122-124, or National XC-4 or CIR-4 sockets.
Basing -------------------- See outline drawing
Mounting ----------------- Vertical, base down or up
Cooling ------------------ Convection and radiation
Recommended Heat Dissipating plate connector -------------- EIMAC HR-3
Maximum Overall Dimensions :
Length------------------------ 5.5 inches
Diameter----------------------- 1.8 inches
Net weight -------------------------- 2.5 ounces
Shipping weight (Average) --------------------- I.25 pounds
AUDIO-FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION
AND MODULATOR DCplatevoltage ---- 60010001500 2000 volts
DCGridvoltage (approx.)# 0 -8 -25 -40 volts
Class AB ( Sinusoidal wave, two tubes unless otherwise Zero-signal DC plate current 90 67 45 34 rnA
specified ) Max-signalDCplatecurrent 300 240 200 167 rnA
Effective Load Plate-to-Plate 4250 7900 16,200 27,500 ohms
MAXIMUM RATINGS
Peak AF Input Voltage
DCplatevoltage -------- 2000 volts ( per tube ) ----- 255 volts
DCplatecurrent -------- 150 rnA Peak Driving Power (approx.) 8 watts
Plate Dissipation --------- 50 watts Nominal Driving Power (app.) 4 watts
GridDissipation -------- 15 watts Max-signal Plate Power Output 235 watts
RADIO FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION
AND OSCILLATOR DCplatevoltage --- 1000 1500 2000 volts
DCGridvoltage --- -60 -120 -135 volts
Class-C Telegraphy or FM Telephony DCplatecurrent --- 125 125 125 rnA
( Key-down conditions, per tube ) 1 DCGridcurrent --- 4040 45mA
Peak RF Grid Input Voltage 165 250 285 volts
MAXIMUM RATINGS Driving Power (approx. ) - 79 13 watts
DC plate voltage -------- 2000 volts GridDissipation --- 4.2 5.0 6.8 watts
DC plate current -------- 150 rnA Platepowerlnput - - - 125- 188 250 watts
Plate Dissipation --------- 50 watts PlateDissipation --- 3847 50 watts
Grid Dissipation --------- 15 watts Plate power output -- 87 141 200 watts
PLATE MODULATED RADIO I=REQUENCY TYPICAL OPERATION
POWER AMPLIl=lER DC plate voltage ----- 750 1000 1500 volts
DC Grid voltage ----- -loo -125 -150 volts
Class-C Telephony ( Carrier conditions, per tube ) 1 DCplatecurrent --~ -- 95 100 90mA
DC Grid current ----- 4040 40mA
MAXIMUM RATINGS Peak RF Driving Voltage (approx.) 210 240 270 volts
DCplatevoltage -------- 1600 volts Drivingpower (approx.) --- 910 11 watts
Plate Dissipation ----- 2025 30 watts
DCplatecurrent -------- 120 rnA Plate Input ------- 70 100 135 watts
Plate Dissipation --------- 33 watts Plate power output ---- 5075 105 watts
GridDissipation --------- 15 watts #Adjust for stated zero-signal current.
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These losses are not included because they depend principally upon the design and choice of the circuit components.
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The Eimac 75tH is a medium-mu power +riode in+ended for use ds dn amplifier, oscilla+or, or
modulator. I+ has a max;rfillrri plate dissipation rating of 75 watts and a maximum plato voltage rating
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriated Tungsten
Voltage-..--- 5.0 yol+s
Current------ 6.25 amporos
Amplification Factor (Average) - - - --20
Direct lnterelectrodo Capacitances (Average)
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Highest Frequency for Max:mum Ratings -
MECHANICAL ri„nl
Ba8® ------------- Medium 4-pin bayone+
BaSing ------------- See outline drawing
Socket . - -Johnson type No.122-224, Na+ional type No. XC-4 or CIR-4, or oquivalont
Mounting position .----.-........ Vcr+ical, bdso down or up
Cooling.---------------- Convec+ion and radiation
Maximum Temperature of plate and Grid seals ----..... ---- 225OC
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APPLICATION
RECHANICAL Plate Voltage-The plate-supply voltage for the 75TH
Mounting-The 75TH must be mounted vertically, base should not exceed 3000 volts. In most cases there is little
down or up. The plate and grid leads should be flexible. advantage in using plate-supply voltages higher than
The tube must be protected from vibration and shock. those given under "Typical Operation" for the power
Cooling-Heat Dissipating Connectors (Eimac HR-3 and output desired.
HR-2) should be used at the plate and grid terminals of Grid Dissipation-The power dissipated by the grid of the
the 75TH. If the I ree circulation of lair around the tube 75TH must not exceed 16 watts. Grid dissipation may be
is restricted, a small fan or centrifugal blower should be calculated from the following expression:
used to provide additional cooling for the plate and Pg-eclT,Plc
grid seals. where Pg ± Grid dissipation.
Cooling requirements will be met if the temperature of eemp±Peak positive grid voltage, and
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ELECTRICAI, should be taken to make certain that the grid dissipation
Filament Voltage-For maximum tube life the filament does not exceed the maximum rating under any condition
voltage, as measured directly at the base pins, should be of loading.
the rated value of 5.0 volts. Variations must be kept plate Dissipation-The plate of the 75TH operates at a
within the range of 4.75 to 5.25 volts. visibly red temperature at its maximum rated dissipation
Bias Voltage-Although there is no maximum limit on of 75 watts. Plate dissipation in excess of the maximum
the bias voltage which may be used on the 75TH, there rating is permissible only for short periods of time, such
is little advantage in using bias voltages in excess of as during tuning procedures.
those given under "Typical Operation," except in certain
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The EIMAC 75TL is a low-mu power triode intended for use as an amplifier, oscillator, or
modulator. It has a maximum plate dissipation rating of 75 watts and a maximum plate voltage
rating of 3000`volts at frequencies up to 40 MHz. Forced-air cooling is not required in properly
designed equipment operating at frequencies below 40 MHz.
The 75TL in Class-C RF service will deliver up to 225 watts plate power output with 8 watts
driving power. Two 75TL's in Class-B modulator service will deliver up to 350 watts maximum-
signal plate power output with 5 watts driving power.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament : Thoriated tungsten
Voltage-------------- 5. 0 volts
Current-------------- 6.25 amperes
Amplification Factor (Average) --------- 12
Direct Interelectrode Capacitances ( Average )
Grid-Plate------------- 2.4 pF
Grid-Filament------------ 2.6 pF
Plate-Filament-----------_ 0.4 pF
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MECHANICAL
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Socket - Johnson type No. 122-224, National type No. XC-4 or CIR-4, or equivalent
Mounting position -------- Vertical, base down or up
Cooling----------- Convection and radiation
Maximum Temperature o£ Plate and Grid Seals --.-. _ 2250C
Recommended Heat Dissipating Connectors:
Plate--------- ---- EIMACHR-3
Grid--------- ---- EIMACHR-2
Maximum Overall Dimensions :
Length--------- ----- 7.25inches
Diameter-------- ----- 2.8linches
Net weight ----------- ----- 3 ounces
Shipping weight ( Average) ----- ----- 1.5 pounds
IF IT IS DESIRED TO OPERATE THIS TUBE UNDER CONDITIONS WIDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE
GIVEN UNDER "TYPICAL OPERATION," POSSIBLY EXCEEDING MAXIMUM RATINGS, WRITE EIMAC
DIVISION OF VARIAN FOR INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS.
AUDIO FREQUENCY POWER AMPLll=IER Typic`:`l Operi`t[on ( Sin`isol.dal wave, two tubes unless otherwi se spec.ifie(I )
DC pl.`te volt<ige ------. 1500 2000 volts
AND MODULATOR 1)C Gricl volt{ige ---,--- -130 -190 volts
Pei`k AF C,ricl Input Voltf`ge ( per tube ) . 130 190 volts
Class-ABi
Zcr(t-SiLJm`l DC phte currerit --- . 67 50 rna.
Mi`ximiim R.r`tings ( Per tube) M.i`-Si*n.i]DCplatecurrent --- _ 143 130 rna.
Drivil]£ Power -------- - 0 0 watt
DC plate voltage ----------- Ef[ec.tive Lo:`(l plate-to-Plate --- 10,200 21,200 ohms
\l{``-Sigm`l DC plflte current ------- Mi`^-SiLJml pla'[e power output --- - 64 Ilo watts
M{ix-Si["`l Phte Dissip<ition ( per tiibe ) _ 75 75 watts
P1:`teDissipation ------.. _ _ .
Tot<il H.irmonic Distortion ---- _ 3.0 3.5percent
AUDIO FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER Typjci`I Operation ( Sinusoi(lal wave, two tubes unless otherw].se specified )
DCplzitevolt.ige ------- 1000 1500 2000 volts
AND MODULATOR DCGridvoltcigel ------- 70 -130 -190 volts
Chss-ABo Peak AF Grid Input volt^ge (per tube) -215 250 300 volts
M{`ximu-in Ratings ( Per tube ) Zero-SignalDC plate current ---- 100 67 50 rna,
DC plate voltage ---------- Max-SigmlDCplatecurrent ----.350 285 250 rna.
3000 volts
M<`x-Signal Avg. Driving power (approx.) 7 6 5 watts
Max-Signal DC plate current ------ 225 rna.
Ma,{-Sign.il Peak Driving Power - - 19 watts
Pl.1te Dissipation ---------- - 75 watts
Effective Load, Plate-to-Plate --- 18,000 ohms
Cricl Dissipation ---------- - 13 watts
Max-Signal pl<ite power output - - - 350 watts
Mtix-Signal Plate Dissipation ( per tube ) 75 watts
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APPLICATION
MECHANICAL
Motmfe.ng-The 75TL must be mounted vertically, base down or up. The plate and grid leads should be flexible. The tube must
be protected from vibration and shock.
CooZ67tg-Heat Dissipating Connectors (EIMAC HR-3 and HR-2) should be used at the plate and grid terminals of the 75TL.
If the free circulation of air around the tube is restricted, a small fan or centrifugal blower should be used to provide additional
cooling for the plate and grid seals.
Cooling requirements will be met if the temperature of the plate and grid seals is not allowed to exceed 225°C. One method
of measuring these temperatures is provided by the use of "Tempilaq," a temperature-sensitive lacquer available from the Tempil
Corporation, New York 11, N.Y.
ELECTRICAL
F6Zczmenf Vozf¢ge-For maximum tube life the filament voltage, as measured directly at the base pins, should be the rated value
of 5.0 volts. Variations must be kept within the range of 4.75 to 5.25 volts.
Bfczs VoZ£¢ge-Although there is no maximum limit on the bias voltage which may be used on the 75TL, there is little advantage
jn using bias voltages in excess of those given under "Typical Operation," except in certain very specialized applications.
Where bias is obtained by a grid leak, suitable protective means must be provided to prevent excessive plate dissipation in the
event of loss of excitation.
Phafe Vozfage-The plate-supply voltage for the 75TL should not exceed 3000 volts. In most cases there is little advantage in
using plate-supply voltages higher than those given under "Typical Operation" for the power output desired.
Grid Dissipation-The power dissipated by the grid of the 75TL must not exceed 13 watts. Grid dissipation may be calculated
from the following expression:
where :8 = eGcrTduldissipation,
ecmp= Peak positive grid voltage, and
Ic = DC grid current.
ecmp may be measured by means of a suitable peak voltmeter connected between filament and grid. In equipment in which
the plate loading varies widely, such as oscillators used for radio-frequency heating, care should be taken to make certain that
the grid dissipation does not exceed the maximum rating under any condition of loading.
Plate D!Ssipaf¢on-The plate of the 75TL operates at a visibly red temperature at its maximum rated dissipation of 75 watts.
Plate dissipation in excess of the maximum-rating is permissible only for short periods of time, such as during tuning procedures.
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The Eimac 152TH is a medium-mu power triode intended for use as an amplifier,
oscillator, or modulator. It has a maximum plate-dissipation rating of 150 watts and a
maximum plate-voltage rating of 3000 volts at frequencies up to 40 Megacycles.
The 152TH in class-C r-f service will deliver up to 600 watts plate output power
with 27 watts driving power. Two 152TH's jn class-B modulator service will deliver
up to 600 watts maximum-signal plate output power with 8 watts nominal driving
Power.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriated Tungsten
Vol+age - . - . 5.Oar lo.O volts
Current - - - - 12.5 or 6.25 amperes
Amplification Factor (Average| --20
Direct lntere[ectrode Capacitances
Grid-Plate - - - - - 4.8 uuf d
Grid-Filamen+ - - - - 5.7 uufd
Plate-Filam.ent - - . - 0.4 u uf d
Transconductance ([b±500 rna, Eb±3000 v) - - 8300 umhos
Highest Frequency for Maximum Ratings - 40mc
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TYPICAL OPERATION
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1500 2000 2500 volts
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APPLICATION
MECHANICAL Bias Voltage-When grid-leak bias is used, suitable
Mounling-The 152TH must be mounted vertically, protective means must be provided to prevent exces-
sive plate dissipation in the event of loss of excitation,
base down or up. The plate and grid leads should be
and the grid-leak resistor should be made adjustable
flexible, and the tube must be protected from vibra-
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tion and shock.
current at the desired value from tube to tube.
Cooling-Heat Dissipating Connectors (Eimac HR-5
and HR-6 or equivalent) must be used at the plate and Grid Dissipaliorl-The power dissipated by the grid
of the 152TH must not exceed 30 watts. Grid dissipa-
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required in properly designed equipment operating
at frequencies below 40 Mc. If the free circulation of Pg-ecn'plc
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gal blower should be used to provide additional cooling. ecmp=peak positive grid voltage, and
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not be allowed to exceed 2250 C. One method of
measuring these temperatures is by the use of e.mp may be measured by means of a suitable peak-
"Tempilaq," a temperature-sensitive lacquer manu- reading voltmeter connected between filament and
factured by the Tempil Corporation, 132-34 West grid. In equipment in which the plate loading varies
22nd St., New York 11, N. Y. widely, such as oscillators used for radio-frequency
heating, care should be taken to make certain that
ELECTRICAL the grid dissipation does not exceed the maximum
rating under any condition of loading.
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voltage should be maintained at the rated value. maximum rating is permissible only for short periods
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The Eimac 750TL is a medium-mu power triode intended for use as an amplifier,
oscillator, or modulator. It has a maximum plate dissipation rating of 750 watts and a
maximum plate voltage rating of 10,000 volts at frequencies up to 40 Mc. The 750TL
is cooled by air-circulation and radiation.
The 750TL in class-C r-f service will deliver up to 3000 watts plate power output
with 125 watts driving power. Two 750TL's ill class-A82 modulator service will de-
liver up to 3500 watts maximum-signal plate power output with 46 watts driving power.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriated Tungs+on Nom. Max.
Voltage.---- 7.5 yolts
Current----- 22.7 amperes
Amplification Fac+or ---- 16.5
Direct lnterelectrode Capacitances:
Grid-Plate.---
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Base------- ----- Special 4-pin
Connections------ ---- See outline drawing
Socket------- Johnson +ype No. 124-214 or equivalent
® Mounting
Cooling-------
position
Connectors
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- - -Air-circulation and iadia+ion
- Eimac HR-8
Maximum Overall Dimensions:
Leng,l`-------- • 17.Oinches
Diameter-------- -7.13 incl,e§
Net weight (Average) ------- • 2.9 pounds
Shipping weight (Average) ------ • 13pounds
AUDIO-FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION (Two tubes unless othel.wise specified)
4000 5000
OR MODULATOR B:8g:itdeY:IIf:g:1 : : : : : -230 -320
Class-A82 (Sinusoidal wave) 250 200
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D-C PLATE VOLTAGE 10.000 MAX. VOLTS 490 560
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GRID DISSIPATION loo MAX. WATTS 1Adiust to stated zero-signal plate current.
lF IT IS DESIRED T0 OPERATE THIS TUBE UNDER CONDITloTHEMAXIMUMRATINGSGIVENFORCWSERVICE,WRNS WIDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE GIVEN UNDER "TYPICAL 0PERATloN" POSSIBLY EXCEEDINGlTEEIMACDIVIsloN0FVARIANASSOCIATES,FORINFORMATloNANDRECOMMENDATloNS
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base down or up. The plate and grid leads should be cept in certain very specialized applications.
flexible. The tube must be protected from vibration When grid-leak bias is used, suitable protective
and shock. means must be provided to prevent excessive plate dis-
Cooling~Heat Dissipating Connectors (Eimac HR-8 sipation in the event of loss of excitation, and the grid-
or equivalent) must be used at the plate and grid tel.- leak resistor should be made adjustable to facilitate
minals of the 750TI.. Unobstructed circulation of air maintaining the bias voltage and plate current at the
around the tube is required in sufficient quantity to desired value from tube to tube.
prevent the seal temperatures from exceeding 2250 C.
Forced ventilation of compartments or equipment in f:LdfE:silfo`j:nngT=xg:,:isfoi;s:ipationmaybecalculated
which the tube is located is usually desirable. Forced Pg - ecmplc
movement of air across the tube seals and envelope is where: Pg = Grid dissipation,
always beneficial, though not necessarily required. ecmp ± Peak positive grid voltage, and
Tube temperatures may be measured with the aid Ic ± D-C grid current.
of ``Tempilaq", a temperature-sensitive lacquer manu- ecmp may be measured by means of a suitable peak
factured by the Tempil Corporation, 132 West 22nd voltmeter connected between filament and grid. In
Street, New York 11, N. Y. equipment in which the plate loading varies widely,
ELECTRICAL such as oscillators used for radio-frequency heating,
Eilamehr Voltage-For maximum tube life the fila- care should be taken to make certain that the grid dis-
ment voltage, as measured directly at the filament pins, sipation does not exceed the maximum rating of loo
should be the rated value of 7.5 volts. Variations should watts under any conditions of loading.
be kept within the range of 7.5 to 7.85 volts. All four Plate Dissipation-Under normal operating condi-
socket terminals should be used, placing two in parallel tions, the plate dissipation of the 750TL should not be
for each filament connection. allowed to exceed the maximum rating. Plate dissipa-
Bias Voltage-Although there is no maximum limit tion in excess of the maximum rating is permissible for
placed on the bias voltage which may be used with the shoi.t periods of time, such as during tuning procedures.
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= 6000 volts
Grid-Plate,,,,,....................... 7.2 pF
Grid-Filament........ 9.9 pF
Plate-Filament....... 1.5 pF
Frequency of Maximum Rating:
CW..............` 40 MHz
1. Characteristics and operating values are based upon performance tests. These figures may change without notice
as the result of additional data or product refinement. EIMAC Division of Varian should be consulted before using
this information for final equipment design.
2. In Shielded Fixture.
MECHANICAL
1. Approximate value.
NOTE: TYPICAL OPERATION data are obtained by measurement or calculation from published characteristic curves.
Adjustment of the rf grid voltage to obtain the specified plate current at the specified bias, and plate volt-
ages is assumed. If this procedure is followed, there will be little variation in output power when the tube
is changed, even though there may be some variation in grid current. The grid current which results when the
desired plate current is obtained is incidental and varies from tube to tube. These current variations cause no
difficulty so long as the circuit maintains the correct voltage in the presence of the variations in current. If
grid bias is obtained principally by means of a grid resistor, the resistor must be adjustable to obtain the
required bias voltage when the correct rf grid voltage is applied.
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RANGE VALUES FOR EQUIPMENT DESIGN
Min. Max.
APPLICATloN
MECHANICAL
"Oowr/IVG - The 1500T must be mounted verti- each connection to filament supply. See base
cally, base up or base down. Flexibleleads diagram end outline drawing.
should be provided between the grid and plate
terminals and the external grid and plate circuits. B/4S VOLTAGE - There is little advantage in
The tube must be protected from vibration and using bias voltages in excess of those aven
shock. under Typical Operation, except in certain very
specialized applications. Where bias is obtained
COOLJIVG - Forced-air cooling is required on by a grid bias resistor, suitable protective means
the envelope and also in the base of the tube. must be provided to prevent excessive plate
Envelope cooling may be accomplished by loca- dissipation in the event of loss of excitation.
ting an 8- or 10-inch fan about one foot from the The grid bias resistor should be adjustable to
tube and directing the air at the middle of the facilitate maintaining the bias voltage and plate
envelope. current at the desired values from tube to tube.
Base cooling requires an air flow of 2t/2
cu.
ft. per min. directed up throuch the bottom of
the GR/D D/SSJPA7`/OIV - The power dissipated by
base toward the filament press. The base of the the grid of the 1500T must not exceed 125 \+.atts.
tube is provided with a 1-inch diameter hole for Grid dissipation may be calculated from the fol-
this purpose. If a socket is used with a 1-inch lowingexptession:
diameter matching hole and the manifold is of the Pg = ecmp x Ic
same diameter, a static pressure of less than 0.1 where: Pg = Grid dissipation
inch of water is required at the manifold to pro- ecmp= Peak positive grid voltage, and
vide the 21/2 cu. ft. per min. I c = dc grid current
One type of socket provides a % inch diameter ecmp may be measured by means of a suitable
pipe for the air inlet to the base. With this type peak voltmeter connected between filament and
of socket a static pressure of 5£/2 inches of water
grid. In equipment in which the plate loading
is required at the pipe to obtain the necessary varies widely, such as oscillators used for radio-
2L/2 cu. ft. per min. volume. frequency heating, care should be taken to make
Suitable electrical interlocks should be pro- certain that the ^grid dissipation does not exceed
vided to remove the plate and ,filament voltages the maximum rating under any condition of loading.
in the event that the supply of cooling airis
interrupted. PLATE DISSIPATION - The plate ±s a rd-
orange color when dissipating 1500 watts. Under
ELECTRICAL
normal operating conditions the power dissipated
by the plate of the 1500T should not be allowed
F/LAMEIvr VOLTAGE - The filament voltage, to exceed the maximum rating. Plate dissipation
as measured directly at the filament pins, should in excess of the maximum rating is permissible
be between 7.125 and 7.875 volts. All four socket for short periods of time, such as during tuning
terminals should be used by employing two for procedures.
3.
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The 2000T is a medium-mu, high-vacuum +ransmitting triode intended for amplifier, oscillator
and modulator service. It has a maximum plate dissipation rating of 2000 wet+s. Cooling of the 2000T
is accomplished by radiation from +he plate, which operates at a visibly red temperature at maximum
dissipation, and by means of forced air circulation around the envelope and at the seals.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament:
Thoriated Tungsten
Voltage - - 10.0 volts
Current - - 23.5 amperes
Note: Dual connections for each filament lead are provided within the base of the tube (see
basing cliagram). Corresponding socket terminals must be connected in parallel to provide proper
distribution o{ filament and R-F charging c.urrents.
Amplification Factor (Average) ----- 23
Direct lnterelec+rode Capacitances (Average)
Grid-Plate-------
Grid-Filament-------
Plate~Filamen+-------
MECHANICAL
Base----------- Special 4-pin, No. 50068
Basing----------- - - RMA type 4BD
Mounting---------- Vertical, base down or up
Cooling - - -(See "Cooling" under "Application") Radiation and forced air
Recommended Heat Dissipating Connectors: Eimac HR-8
Plate . . Eimac HR-8
Grid ---.-- _ - -
Maximum Overall Dimensions:
Length-------- 17.75 inches
Diameter-----... 8.125 inches
Net weight --------- 3.5 pounds
Shipping weight (Average) 13 pounds
AND MODUL^TOR
Class AB, (Sinusoidal wave. two tubes unless otherwise sp®cilied)
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MAXIMUM RATINGS
Peal A-F Grid Input Voltage (par
D-C PIATE VOLTAGE ----- 8000 MAX. VOLTS
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MAX-SIGNAL D.C PLATE CURRENT,
Power (approx.) - -
PER TUBE ....... I.75 MAx. AMps.
Max-Signal Plato Power Output
PLATE DISSIPATION. PER TUBE - - - 2000 MAX. WATTS
Class-C Toleqraphy or FM Telephony (Key-down conditions. per tube) D-C Grid Current - - -
Peak R-F Grid Input Voltage -
Driving power (approl.) - -
Grid Dissipation - - .
MAXIMUM RATINGS (Frequencies below 40 Mc.) Plat® Power Input - - -
Plate Dissipation - - -
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE ----- 8000 MAX. VOLTS Plate power output - - -
*The per(ormance figures listed under Typical Operation are for radio
D-C PLATE CURRENT lreouencies up to the VHF region and are obtained by c6lculation from
the characteristic tube curves and confirmecl by direct tests. The clriving
power given incluc]es power taken by the tube grid and the bias circuit.
PLATE DISSIPATION
The driving power and output power do not allow for losses in the asso-
ciated resonant circuits. These losses Ore not included because they depend
GJRID DISSIPATION principally upon the des;gn and choice of the circuit components.
PLATE MODULATED RADIO FREQUENCY TYPICAL OPERATION, PER TUBE'. (Fr®quenci®s below 40 Mc.)
AMPLIFIER
APPLICATION
RECHANICAL little advantage in using bias voltages in excess of those
Mounting-The 2000T must be mounted vertically, base given under "Typical Operation," except in certain very
specilaized applications. Where bias is obtained by a grid
up or base down. Flexible connecting straps should be
leak, suitable protective means must be provided to pre-
provided between the grid and plate terminals and the vent excessive plate dissipation in the event of loss of
external grid and plate circuits. The tube must be pro-
excitation.
8eoc:lei:gfi°Forsceevde.ra:rvitroai:i°gni:nrdeqsuhi::5.ontheenvelope Plate Voltage-The plate supply voltage for the 2000T
and also in the base of the tube. Envelope cooling may should not exceed 8000 volts. In most cases there is little
be accomplished by locating an ordinary 8- or lo-inch fan advantage in using plate-supply voltages higher than
about one foot from the tube and directing the air at those given under "Typical Operation" for the power
the middle of the envelope. output desired.
Base cooling requires an air flow of 21/2 cu. ft. per min. Grid Dissipation~The power dissipated by the grid of the
directed up through the bottom of the base toward the 2000T must not exceed 150 watts. Grid dissipation may
filament press. The base of the tube is provided with a be calculated from the following expression:
1-inch diameter hole for this purpose. If a socket is used
with a 1-inch diameter matching hole and the manifold
is of the same diameter, a static pressure of less than Pg-e1`mpII
0.1 inch of water is required at the manifold to provide where Pg±Grid dissipation,
the 21/2 cu. ft. per min. ecmp± Peak positive grid voltage, and
One type of socket provides a 1/4 inch diameter pipe Ic±D-c grid current.
for the air inlet to the base. With this type of socket a
static pressure of 51/2 inches of water is required at the
pipe to obtain the necessary 21/2 cu. ft. per min. volume.
Suitable electrical interlocks should be provided to ecmp may be measured by means of a suitable peak volt-
remove the plate and filament voltages in the event that meter connected between filament and grid. In equip-
the supply of cooling air is interrupted. ment in which the plate loading varies widely, such as
ELECTRICAL oscillators used for radio-frequency heating, care should
be taken to make certain that the grid dissipation does
Filament Voltager-For maximum tube life the filament
not exceed the maximum rating under any condition of
voltage, as measured directly at the filament pins, should
loading.
be the rated value of 10 volts. Unavoidable variations in
filament voltage must be kept within t,he range from 9.5 Plate Dissipation-Under normal operating conditions,
to 10.5 volts. All four socket terminals should be used, the power dissipated by the plate of the 2000T should
putting two in parallel for each filament connection. not be allowed to exceed 2000 watts. Plate dissipation in
Bias Voltage-Although there is no maximum limit on excess of the maximum rating is permissible for short
the bias voltage which may be used on the 2000T there is periods of time, such as during tuning procedures.
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ELECTRICAL
PLATE-MODULATED RADIO-FREQUENCY
POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION
Class-C Telephony (Carrier conditions)
DC Plate Voltage - 9.5 kv
MAXIMUM RATINGS
DCGridvoltage - -1600 volts
DC PLATE VOLTAGE 10.0 KV Peak RF Grid Voltage 2300 volts
DC GRID VOLTAGE -3200 VOLTS DC Plate Current - 8.4 amps
DC PLATE CURRENT 8.5 AMPS DC Grid current - - - 900 rnA
DC GRID CURRENT 2.0 AMPS Resonant Load Impedance - 510 ohms
GRID DISSIPATION 1000 WATTS Driving Power, approx. - 2.0 kw
PLATE DISSIPATION 40KW plate Output Power, approx. 60kw
NOTE: "TYPICAL OPERATION" data are obtait`ed by calculation from published characteristic curves. No allowance
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DC platevoltage-- - 9.5 kv
MAXIMUM RATINGS DCGridvoltage - - - -1600 volts
DC PLATE VOLTAGE 10.0 KV PeakRFGridvoltage -- 2300 volts
DC GRID VOLTAGE -3200 VOLTS DC plate current - - - 8.4 amps
DC PLATE CURRENT 8.5 AMPS DC Grid current - - - 900 rnA
DC GRID CURRENT 2.0 AMPS Resonant Load Impedance - 510 ohms
GRID DISSIPATloN 1 000 WATTS Driving Power, approx. - 2.0 kw
PLATE DISSIPATION 23KW Plate Output Power, approx. 60kw
NOTE: ''TYPICAL OPERATION" data are obtained by calculation from published characteristic curves. No allowance
for circuit losses has been made.
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drive, working up to the final values. If continuous or
stepped plate voltage control is not used, sufficient load
Base Cooling- should be connected before snapping on full voltage to
limit transients to about 120% of the dc voltage.
Forced-air cooling of the ceramic base and seals may
be required, depending on ambient conditions and
operating frequency. Air flow rate and direction should Tube Protection-
be determined to limit envelope temperatures to 200°C
Since the possibility of fault overloads due to occa-
maximum and to maintain uniform temperature dis-
sional tube or circuit instabilities is ever present, good
tribution around the seals. Spot temperatures are con-
engineering practice holds that suitable protective cir-
veniently measured with Tempilaq (spray type) or
cuitry and devices be included in the equipment. In
equivalent. Often the anode air supply can be deflected
addition to the standard overcurrent relays, some series
to cool the envelope and seals.
resistance should be placed in the output of the power
supply to limit surge currents. In cases where no filter
is used, the resistors may be placed in each rectifier
ELECTRICAL lead to reduce the power loss during normal operation.
In certain applications, furthermore, it is helpful to
Filament Operation- attach sphere gaps or rings to the tube terminals to
The rated filament voltage, as measured at the tube divert any excessive transient voltages from the enve-
terminals, should be maintained within ±5% to assure lope and seals.
long life and good performance within the rated power The use of an electronic fault diverter, or "crowbar"
capability of the tube. To accommodate special require- is probably the best way to insure high performance
ments, the filament voltage may be centered near either reliability and freedom from gassing or catastrophic
of these extremes, e.g. at plus 5 percent for exception- failures. The crowbar system consists of circuitry to
ally high emission at a sacrifice of life, or at minus 5 sense incipient fault currents and trigger the crowbar
percent for exceptionally long life where perhaps only device, which is connected to short the power supply
half the full emission capability is required. energy to ground, preferably within about 10 micro-
seconds. The cl.owbar device, which is usuaLlly an igni-
Grid Dissipation- tron, hydrogen thyratron, or spark gap, diverts most of
the fault energy from the protected tube until the relay
Grid dissipation should be limited to 1,000 watts and circuit breakers open.
maximum. Grid dissipation may be calculated approxi-
mately as the product of peak positive grid voltage
and dc grid current. Special Applications-
In many r-f amplifier applications where it is im-
® practical to measure the positive grid voltage, the dc
grid current rating serves as a satisfactory guide. The
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
Electrical
Min. Nom. Max.
Cathode: Oxide-coated, Unipotential
Heatingtime --- --60 seconds
Healer:
Voltage---.-- volts
Current---... -1.2 I .4 amperes
Amplification Factor ---
Direct lnterelectrode Capacitances INln. Max.
Grid-Cathode---- 7.0 9.0 uuf
Grid.Plate.---- 2.1 2.4 uuf
Plate-Cathode---- 0.06 uuf
Mechanical
Terminals----- ----- Graduatedcylindricalsurfaces
A P P L I CAT I O N
MECHANICAL temperature is the sole criterion of coohing ef-
Mounting - tiveness, regardless of the coolant type, flow
The 7211 may be operated in any position. It rate or coolant temperature. One method of
should be firmly held in place by spring-finger measuring the surface temperatures is the use
collets bearing on the terminal surfaces. In use of temperature sensitive lacquer, such as
"Tempilaq."
the tube should seat against the underside of
the anode-terminal flange which is on the plane
ELECTRICAL
of reference for longitudinal dimensions. In ap-
plications involving severe shack and vibration, Heater Operation -
the tube may be clamped in place by applying a The rated heater voltage for the 7211 is 6.3
suitable clamping device to the anode-terminal volts. The heater voltage for the 7211 should be
flange. It is recommended that no other portion maintained within plus or minus 5°/o of its in-
of the tube be subjected to clamping forces. tended value to minimize variations in circuit
performance and to obtain maximum tube life.
Connections - At frequencies above approximately 1000 meg-
The terminals are in the form of concentric acycles, transit time effects begin to influence
cylinders of graduated diameters conveniently cathode temperature. The amount of driving
used with coaxial tuning devices. Spring-fingered power diverted to heating the cathode by back-
collets should be used to make contact with the bombardment will depend upon the frequency,
anode, grid, cathode and heater terminals. Ade- the plate current, driving power, and duty factor.
quate contact area and spring pressure should If the conditions of operation result in appreci-
be provided to minimize heating and to prevent able cathode back-heating, it may be necessary
erratic circuit performance at the higher to start dynamic tube operation at normal heater
frequencies. Non-contacting or intermittently- voltage followed by a reduction of heater voltage
contacting collet fingers will cause troublesome to a lower value.
circuit behavior, especially at very-high and
Cathode Operafion -
ultra-high frequencies. Electrode contact surf- The oxide-coated unipotential cathode in this
aces should be kept clean and free of oxide tube must be protected against excessively high
coatings.
emission currents. For all types of operation the
Cooling - maximum rated dc current is 190 milliamperes.
Sufficient cooling air must be provided for the It is recommended that the rated heater voltage
anode and body seals .to maintain operating be applied for a minimum of 60 seconds before
temperatures below the rated maximum value other operating voltages are applied.
of 25oo C. Conlro] Grid Operalion -
At sea level, with an inlet air temperature of Grid dissipation must not exceed the rated
20oC (68oF),12.5 cubic feet per minute of air maximum 2.0 watts grid dissipation power. In
flow is required to cool the anode at 100 watts pulse applications the instantaneous peak grid-
plate dissipation when the air cowling as illus- to-cathode voltage must be limited to -250 to
trated is used. Operation at higher altitudes or -750 volts.
with higher inlet temperatures requires in- Special Applications -
creased volumes of flow to Obtain equivalent If it is desired to operate this tube under condi-
cooling. When using the anode cowling as illus- tions widely different from those given here ,write
trated here, it is necessary to provide additional toPowerGridTubeMarketing,Eitel-Mccullough,
facilities for seal cooling. Inc., 301 Industrial Way, Sam Carlos, California,
It should be borne in mind that operating for information and recommendations.
7211 @-
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RECOMMENDED COWLING
FOR
FORCED-Am cOoLiNG
OF ANODE
DIMENSIONAL DATA
A I . 015 I.®,5
e I.53,
C I.,7S
D I.2®9 I-329
E .loo
F .9L70 I.010
a .¢C2 .,,7
H .a,0
I •125 .'®5
J .766 .026
K .025 .046
L I.23, I .264
W I .loo I.195
N I .025 I ` 035
P .772 792
a Oe6
NOTES:
A .655 .665
S .5,a
1. The totcil .Indicated runout of the anode contact sui.face and
T 2'3 .223
the grid contact surface with respect to the cathode contact
u .SIS J25
surfc]ce shall not exceed .020.
Z .650 .e50
^A .035
2. The total indicated runout of the heater contact surface with
Ae .log .'¢5
respect to the cathode contact surface shall not exceed .012.
@72"
The Eimac 7480 is a vapor cooled ceramic-metal triode designed for
AM broadcast and communications amplifiers and for industrial heating
service.
Low-loss ceramic and metal construction permits operation at full
ratings at frequencies up to 40 MHz. Useful power output can be obtained
at frequencies up to 80 MHz at reduced plate voltage.
The 7480 anode is capable of dissipating 80 kilowatts continuously,
I,i.:;f .,;Ai:)
and higher power during intermittent operation or momentary overloads. A
water cooled version of this tube, type 6696A, and a forced-air cooled
version, type 6697A, are also available.
CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
MECHANICAL
Printed in U.S.A.
(Effective 11-1-68) ® 1964,1968 by Varian
-©748o
PLATE-MOOuLATED RADIO-FREQUENCY
POWER AwlpLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION
Class-C Telephony (Carrier conditions)
DC Plate Voltage - 9.5 kv
MAXIMUM RATINGS DC Grid voltage - -I 600 volts
DC PLATE VOLTAGE 10.0 KV Peak RF Grid Voltage 2300 volts
DC GRID VOLTAGE -3200 VOLTS DC Plate Current - 8.4 amps
DC PLATE CURRENT 8.5 AMPS DC Grid Current - 900 rnA
DC GRID CURRENT 2.0 AMPS Resonant Load Impedance - 510 ohms
GRID DISSIPATION 1 000 WATTS Driving power, approx. - 2.0 kw
PLATE DISSIPATION 53KW Plate Output Power, approx. 60kw
NOTE: ''TYPICAL OPERATloN" data are obtained by calculation from published characteristic curves. No allowance
for circuit lasses has been made.
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A P P L I C AT I O N
MECHANICAL
ln many r-f amplifier applications where it is impractical
to measure the positive grid voltage, the dc grid current ra-
ting serves as a satisfactory guide. The maximum dc grid
MOunting current rating under normal full load conditions in 2 am-
The 7480 should be mounted vertically anode down in peres. In most cases, however, high power output and good
the boiler (Eimac type BR-400 or equivalent). Filament and efficiency can be realized with grid current less than one
grid connections are made through clamp rings or spring- ampere. By limiting the grid current in this manr`er there is
finger contacts to the O.D. of the sturdy copper terminals obviously more latitude for grid current excursions resulting
of the tube. Satisfactory anode contact can be made to the from changes in loading.
boi ler.
High Frequency Operation
Anode Cooling The maximum ratings listed apply at frequencies up to
Efficient cool ing is accomplished by vaporization of 40 MHz. Useful output can be obtained at higher frequen-
water in the boiler and transport of the vapor to a condenser cies of the plate voltage and plate input power are reduced
at a temperature of about 100°C. The bo i I er, which is at accordingly. For operation up to 60 MHz these parameters
anode potential, is isolated electrically from the rest of the should be reduced to 75% of the listed dc plate voltage
system by sections of insulating pipe in the vapor and con- rating; for operation up to 80 MHz they should be reduced
densate return lines. The control box connected across the to 500/o.
boiler on the ground side of the insulating tubes, displays
the water level in the boiler, actuates warning or interlock Aging
circuits if the level is too low, and permits overflow if the The manner of operating most high power tubes differs
level is too high. A reservoir is usually associated with the in at least some respects from conditions under which the
control box. either integral or remote, to replenish the sys- tubes are tested, therefore, some aging is almost always
tem with disti I led water as required. required to condition a new tube to its new environment. In
Application information and typical system layout draw- basic terms, the different operating conditions are manifest
ings are available from EIMAC. All accessory components as different distributions of heat and voltage gradients.
and special hardware is available from Eimac except con- Satisfactory aging is most easily achieved by gradual ap-
densers, for which commercial sources exist. plication of voltages, e.g. first filament voltage, then par-
tial plate voltage, and drive, working up to the final values.
Base cool i ng If continuous or stepped plate voltage control is not used,
Forced-air cooling of the ceramic base and seals may be sufficient load should be connected before snapping on full
required, depending on ambient conditions and operating voltage to limit transients to about 120% of the dc voltage.
frequency. Air flow rate and direction should be determined
to limit envelope temperatures to 200°C maximum and to Tube Protection
maintain uniform temperature distribution around the seals.
Since the possibility of fault overloads due to occasion-
Spot temperatures are conveniently measured with Tempi laq
al tube or circuit instabilities is ever present, good engi-
(spray type) or equivalent. Often a flow of about loo cfm, neering practice holds that suitable protective circuitry and
directed axially downward towards the tube, is sufficient.
devices be included in the equipment. In addition to the
standard overcurrent relays, some series resistance should
be placed in the output of the power supply to limit surge
currents. In cases where no filter is used, the resistors may
ELECTRICAL be placed in each rectif ier lead to reduce the power loss
during normal operation. In certain applications, further-
more, it is he I pfu I to attach sphere gaps or rings to the
tube terminals to divert any excessive transient voltages
from the envelope and seals.
Filament Operation The use of an electronic fault diverter, or ``crowbar" is
The rated filament voltage, as measured at the tube ter- probably the best way to insure high performance reliability
minals, should be maintained within ± 5°/o to assure long and freedom from gassing or catastroph i c failures. The
file and good performance within the rated power capability crowbar system consi sts of circuitry to sense incipient
of the tube. To accommodate special requirements, the fila- fault currents and trigger the crowbar device, which is
ment voltage may be centered near either of these extremes, connected to short the power supply energy to ground, pre-
e.g. at plus 5 percent for exceptionally high emission at a ferably within about 10 microseconds. The crowbar device,
sacrifice of life, or at minus 5 percent for exceptionally which is usually an ignitron, hydrogen thyratron, or spark
long life where perhaps only half the full emission capabil- gap, diverts most of the fault energy from the protected
ity is required. tube unti I the relay and circuit breakers open.
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PRELIMINARY DATA
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICST
ELECTRICAL
1. The data presents the nominal design objectives for this product and the characteristics and specifications of
this type are subject to change. The device is now under development and is made available for experimental
purposes only. For the most recent information concerning the status of this development, please contact your
nearest Varian Electron Tube and Device Field Office or the Product Manager, Eimac Division of Varian, Salt
Lake City, Utah.
MECHANICAL
EIMAC division of varian / 301 industrial way / san carlos / california 94070
-@,8892
RF OSCILLATOR DC GBID VOLTAGE ...........
Class C, Pulsed PuLSE DUFIATIO N1 ...........
DUTY FACTOF|1 .............
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM PIATINGS: PEAK HEATEPl-CATHODE VOLTAGE2
F REQU EN CY ...............
DC PLATE VOLTAGE ......
PEAK PLATE VOLTAGE ..... 1. For applications requiring longer pulse duration
Dc PLATE cuFmENT ...... and/or higher duty factor, please consult the
DC GRID CURF}ENT ....... Product Manager, EIMAC-Division of Varian, Salt
PEAK PLATE CUPIRENT ..... Lake City, utah.
PEAK GRID CuRF`ENT ......
2. The heater is electrically isolated from the cathode.
A P P L I CAT I o N
The cathode and grid flanges should not be al- Soldered connections may be made to the
tered in any way such as by machining or filing, anode stud, grid or cathode flanges, and heater
since final seal could be damaged. Maximum contacts where adequate heat sinking and good
torque applied to flanges during installation soldering practices are followed to minimize the
should not exceed 15 inch pounds. heat applied to the tube and the thermal grad-
For optimum rf performance, the anode line ient across the metal to ceramic brazed areas.
should make good rf contact on the anode area
indicated in the outline drawing.
DIMENsioNAL onrIA
'NCHES MILLIMETERS
DMl
MIN MAX REF MIN I h" REF
A 0.122 0.128
I
3.10 I 3.25
9
P I 3.59 14. 3 5
I
I
1
yGLe T 0.748 07§8 19.00 1925
W 0. loo - 254
HJ
K
X
Y
0.250 0.260
0.020
6.35 6.60
0.51 EI
I
N
M
A
PRELIMINARY DATA
PLANAF` TRloDE
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS1
` T`+ ``
ELECTRICAL
a
Direct Interelectrode Capacitance, without heater voltage
Grid-Cathode.....................a.....
Grid-Plate............................
Plate-Cathode (maximum) ...................
Plate Dissipation (maximum)2 ................
Grid Dissipation (maximum)
1. The data presents the design objectives for this product and the characteristics and specifications of this type are
subject to change. The device is now under development and is made avai lable for experimental purposes only. For
the most recent information concerning the status of this development, please contact your nearest Varian Electron
Tube and Device Field Office or the Product Manager, Eimac Division of Varian, Salt Lake City, utah.
MECHANICAL
EIMAC division of varian / 301 industrial way / san carlos / california 94070
-©® 8893
AP P L I CAT I o N
The cathode and grid flanges should not be al- For further details on cooling or other aspects
tered in any way such as by machining or filing, of tube operation, refer to the "Application Notes
since final seal could be damaged. Maximum for Planar Triodes" bulletin which can be ob-
torque applied to flanges during installation tained on request.
should not exceed 15 inch pounds.
For optimum rf performance, the anode line should
make good rf contact on the anode area indicated
in the outline drawing.
DIMENSIONAL DATA
'NCHES M' LLIMETERS
DIM
MIN MAX F]EF WIN I RAX PIEF
A 0247 0253 I 627 i 643
I
8911
T[CIIllICAL DATA
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS'
Grid-Plate..........................,.
1. The data presents the nominal design objectives for this product and the characteristics and specifications of
this type are subject to change. The device is now under development and is made available for experimental
purposes only. For the most recent information concerning the status of this development, please contact your
nearest Varian Electron Tube and Device Field Office or the Product Manager, Eimac Division of Varian, Salt
Lake City. Utah.
MECHANICAL
EIMAC division of varian / 301 industrial way / san carlos / california 94070
8911
a
DC GF{lD VOLTAGE
Class C, Pulsed PULSE DUF(ATIO NI 3.0 ps
DUTY FACTOFil . . .0025
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM BATINGS:
PEAK HEATEF}-CATHODE VOLTAGE2 ±50v
FREQUENCY . 6.0 GHz
DC PLATE VOLTAGE ......
PEAK PLATE VOLTAGE ..... 1. For appllcations requiring longer pulse duration
DC PLATE Cuf3RENT ...... and/or higher duty factor, please consult the
DC GRID CUF!RENT ....... Product Manager, EIMAC-Division of Varian, Salt
PEAK PLATE CUPIPENT ..... Lake City, Utah.
PEAK GF}ID CUFiRENT ......,
2. The heater is electrically Isolated from the cathode.
APPLICATloN
The cathode and grid flanges should not be al- Soldered connections may be made to the
tered in any way such as by machining or filing, anode stud, grid or cathode flanges, and heater
since final seal could be damaged. Maximum contacts where adequate heat sinking and good
torque applied to flanges during installation soldering practices are followed to minimize the
should not exceed 15 inch pounds. heat applied to the tube and the thermal grad-
For optimum rf performance, the anode line i`ent across the metal to ceramic brazed areas.
should make good rf contact on the anode area For operating infomation refer to EIMAC bulle-
indicated in the outline drawing.
tin #15, "Operating Instructions for Planar
Triodes ' ' .
a
DIMENSIONAL DATA
INCHES MILLIMETEf}S
DIM.
MIN. MAX. REF MIN. MAX. REF.
A 0. I 2 2 0.128 5.10 3.25
a 0.200 0.2'0 5.08 5.33
C 0. I 20 0. I 30 3.05 3.30
H 0.025 0.031 0.64 0.79
J 0. I 67 0. I 77 4.24 4.50
K 0.025 0,031 0.64 0.79
L 0.170 0.185 4.32 4.70
M 0.'70 0 I I 90 4.32 4.83
N 0.047 0.053 I.19 I.55
P 0.535 0.565 '3.59 14-35
R 0.185 0. 2 I 5 4.70 5.46
S 0.748 0.758 I9.cO '9.30
T 0.598 0.608 15.19 15. 44
V 0.020 0.5'
W 0. I 00 2.54
X 0.250 0. 260 6.35 6.60
Z 0.030 0.76
NoteB :
I:iTef. dine. .r® for info.
only & .re not r®q`ilz`ed
rot ln8ti. Duroo.®8.
2. Pox cxpt±"\n ri prrtor-
Dance the Anode Lln®
•ho`ild contact tb® Anld.
Chp at thlB point.
3. Heater i8 electrlaally
lBolated from C.thod..
A
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TECHNICAL
quency mu]tiplier use. It features high power output, high plate dissipation
and excellent frequency stability under severe environmental conditions.
The construction of the 8912 readily lends itself to cavity circuit operation
resulting in an extremely compact rf source. The 8912 is capable of pro-
viding in excess of 1 kw peak power at 6 GHz.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS'
Grid-Plate...............................................
1. The data presents the nominal design objectives for this product and the characteristics and specifications of
this type are subject to change. The device is now under development and is made available for experimental
purposes only. For the most recent information concerning the status of this development, please contact your
nearest Varian Electron Tube and Device Field Office or the Product Manager, Eimac Division of Varian, Salt
Lake City, Utah.
MECHANICAL
EIMAC division of varian / 301 industrial way / san carlos / california 94070
8912
`r\
PULSE DUBATlo N1 ........... 3.0 HS
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS: DUTY FACTOR1 . .01
PEAK HEATER-CATHODE VOLTAGE2 . ±50v
DC PLATE VOLTAGE ...... .... 2.0 kvdc FREQUENCY . 6.0 GHz
PEAK PLATE VOLTAGE ..... .... 2.5 kv
DC PLATE CURPENT ...... .... 100 mAdc 1. For applications requinng longer pulse duration
DC GFHD CuPIPIENT ...... .... 30 mAdc and/or higher duty factor, please consult the
PEAK PLATE CUBF}ENT .,... 3.0 a at .0025 DUTY Product Manager, EIMAC-Division of Varian, Salt
1.5 a at .01 DUTY Lake City, Utah.
PEAK GRID CURRENT ..... 1.2 a at .0025 DUTY
0.7 a at .01 DUTY 2. The heater is electrically isolated from the cathode.
AP P L I CAT I o N
The cathode and grid flanges should not be al- Soldered connections may be made to the
tered in any way such as by machining or filing, anode stud, grid or cathode flanges, and heater
since final seal could be damaged. Maximum contacts where adequate heat sinking and good
torque applied to flanges during installation soldering practices are followed to minimize the
should not exceed 15 inch pounds. heat applied to the tube and the thermal grad-
For optimum rf performance, the anode line ient across the metal to ceramic brazed areas.
should make good rf contact on the anode area For operating information refer to EIMAC bulle-
indicated in the outline drawing. tin #15, ``Operating Instructions for Planar
Triodes " .
ft
DI MENSIONAL DATA
INCHES M' LLIMETEf}S
D'M
MIN. MAX. PEE M'N. MAX. REF
A 0.245 0.260 6.22 6.60
C 0.240 0.255 - 6.'0 6.48 -
6 0. I 20 0.155 3.05 3.93 -
H 0.025 0.Oil - 0.64 0.79 -
J 0.'67 0.177 4.24 4.50 -
K 0.025 0.031 - 0.64 0.79 -
L 0.170 0.185 - 4.32 4.70 -
M 0.I 70 0.190 4.32 4.83
N 0.047 0.053 I.19 I.35
P 0.535 0.565 I3.59 I 4. 35
F' 0. I 8 5 0.215 4.70 5,46
T 0.598 0.608 I 5.19 I 5.44 -
W - 0.loo - 2.54
Wo¢® ;
1. F`.I. Dlnfi. are for lBfo.
only .nd are not req'd.
for ln.p®ctlon p`xpoee..
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S A N B R U N O . C A L I F O R N I A
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriat.ed tungsten
Voltage------
Current----.-
Grid-Screen Amplification Factor (Average)
Direct lnterelectrode Capacitances (Average)
Grid.-Plate
Input
Output - - -
Transconductonce (Ib ± 125 rna.,
Frequency for Maximum Ratings
MECHANICAL
Base 5.pin_Fits{jNo:tn]:onna'i2H2#i§::k::
Mounting------- - - Vertical, base down or up
Cooling------- - -Convection and Radiation
Recommended Heat Dissipating Connector - Eimac HR-6
Maximum Over-all Dimensions
Length-----
Diamet'er-----
Net weight ------
Shipping Weight
AMPLIFIER
Class-C Telephony (Carrier conditions unless othel.wise specified, I tube)
i:i i:r!i:nv:oi:#ieie :
MAXIMUM RATINGS D-C Scl.een Cu[rent* -
D-C Grid Current. -
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE 2500 MAX. VOLTS Spce':EnA?issj::e'::n;o|ta-ge,
D-C SCREEN VOLTAGE 400 MAX. VOLTS
D-C GRID VOLTAGE -500 MAX. VOLTS
D-C PLATE CURRENT 120 MAX. MA
PLATE DISSIPATION 45 MAX. WATTS
SCREEN DISSIPATI0N 10 MAX. WATTS ii!i3!:i;::::;;::f!:;::;:i:t:age:
+Appioximqte values.
GRID DISSIPATloN 5 MAX. WATTS
(Effective 5-14-54) Copyriglit 1954 by Eitel-Mccullough, lnc. > Indicates change from sheet dated 1-30-53
Note: TypicQl operotion data are based on conditions of adjusting the r-f grid drive to a specified plate current, moi.ntQining fixed conditions
of grid bias and screen voltage. It will be found that if this procedure is followecl, there will be little voriQtion in power output between
tubes even though there may be some voriotion in grid and screen currents. Where grid bias ls obtained principolly by mecins of a grid
resistor, to control plcite current it is necessary to moke the resistor adiustable.
Class-ABi (Sinusoidal wave, two tubes unless otlierwlse specilied) Class-A82 (Sjnusoidol wove, two tubes unless otherwise spcclficd)
D-C Plate Voltage - - - D-C plote voltogc - - 600 '000 15CO 1800
D-C screen voltage - - - D-C Scrccn Voltage - - 250 250 250 250
D-C Grid Voltogel D-C Grid vol.age ..-- -0 -40 -45 -50
Zero-Signol D-C Plate Current - Zero-Signal D-C Plate CurTenl . 6060 6050
Max-Signal D-C Plate Current - Max-Signal D-C Plate Current . 300 300 250 220
Max-Signol D-C Screen Currenr Max-Signal D-C Screen Current. . 8060 4030
Max-Signal D-C Grid Cuilent - [ftective Plate-io-Plate Load - }600 6800 '4,000 20,000
Effective Plate-to-Plate Load - Peak A-F Grid Voltoge (per tube) - '20 105 loo 9LS
Peak A-F Grid Voltage (per tube) Max-Signal peak Driving l'over. -7.4 6.0 3.8 2.6 vans
Max-Signol Piote Power li`put - Max-Signol Nominal Driving powcr* 3.7 3.0 1.9 I 3<
Max-Signal Plate Power Output 80 Max-Signal piote power input -18`3 36Q 275 3t?'¥
*Approximc]te value. Max-Signol plate power output - 90 170 250 270
7Ad/ust to stated zero-signal D-C Plate Current. •Approximot|` vcilues.
Tl`e effective grid circuit resistance for eocb tube must not exceed 250,000 ohms. •.Adiust to stated Zero-Signoi D-C P;ate Current.
lT IS DESIRED TO OPERATE THIS TUBE uNDEr` CONDITIONS WIDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE GIVEN UNO .R "T\`PICAL OPERA-
NS," POSSIBLy EXCEEDING MAXIMUM RATINGS, WRITE EITEL-McCULLC`UGH, lNC., FOR INFORMATION AND -2ECOMMENDATlor{`T
be calculated from the following expression: plate coupling between these leads external to the
amplifier.
Pg -ecmp'c
where Pg = Grid dissipation, Where shielding is adequate, the feedback at fre-
ecmp = Peak positive grid voltage, and
lc=D-c grid current.
quencies above Ilo Mc. is due principally to screen-lead-
inductance effects, and it becomes necessary to introduce
ecmp may be measured by means of a suitable peak in-phase voltage from the plate circuit into the grid cir-
voltmeter connected between filament and grid.* cuit. This can be done by adding capacitancc between
plate and grid external to the tube. Ordinarily, a small
Scieen Yolloge-The D-C screen voltage for the 4-65A
metal tab approximately %" square and located adjacent
should not exceed 400 volts except in the case of class-
to the envelope opposite the .``late win suffice for neutral-
AB audio operation and Single Side Band R-F amplifier
ization. Means should be provided for adjusting the
operation where it should not exceed GOO volts.
Screen Dissipation-The power dissipated by the screen of •For suitcible peak V.T.V.M. clrcuits see, for lnstcince, Vacuum Tube
the 4-65A must not exceed 10 watts. Screen dissipation Ratings," Eimoc News, Jonuory 1945. This article is availQble in
is likely to rise to excessive values when the plate volt- reprint form on reciuest.
Page Three
spacing between the neutralizing capacitor plate and the amplifier, both the plate and screen should be modulated.
envelope. An alternate neutralization scheme for use Modulation voltage for the screen is easily obtained by
above 110 Mc is illustrated in the diagram on page 4. supplying the screen voltage via aL series dropping resistor
In this circuit, feedback is eliminated by series-tuning from the unmodulated plate supply, or by the use of an
the screen to ground with a small capacitor. The socket audio-frequency reactor in the positive screen-supply
screen terminals should be strapped together as shown lead, or from a separate winding on the modulation trams-
on the diagram, by the shortest possible lead, and the former. When screen modulation is obtained by either
lead from the mid point of this screen strap to the capaLci- the series-resistor or the audio-reactor methods, the
tor, C, and from the capacitor to ground should be made audio-frequency variations in screen current which result
as short as possible. from the variations in plate voltage as the plate is
modulated automatically give the required screen modu-
Driving power and power output under maximum out-
lation. Where a reactor is used, it should have a rated
put and plate voltage conditions are shown below. The
inductance of not less than 10 henries divided by the
power output shown is the actual plate power delivered
number of tubes in the modulated aLmplifier and a maxi-
by the tube; the power delivered to the load will depend
mum current rating of two to three times the operating
upon the efficiency of the plate tank and output coupling
D-C screen current. To prevent phase-shift between the
system. The driving power is likewise the driving power
screen and plate modulation voltages at high audio ire-
required by the tube (includes bias loss). The driver out-
quencies, the screen by-pass capacitor should be no
put power should exceed the driving power requirements
larger than necessary for adequate R-F by-passing.
by a sufficient margin to allow for coupling-circuit losses.
The use of silver-plated linear tank-circuit elements is For high-level modulated service, the use of partial
recommended for all frequencies above 75 Mc. grid-leak bias is recommended. Any by-pass capacitors
placed across the grid-leak resistance should have a
reactance at the highest modulation frequency equal to
EI=AC ..-65A T-YPIC=L ;ERFO"=NCE|
at least twice the grid-leak resistance.
PLATE VOLT^OE -1500VOIJ8 I
Class-AB, and Class-A82 Audio-Two 4-65As may be used
PO JEF' Out UT in a push-pull circuit to give relatively high audio output
power at low distortion. Maximum ratings and typical
operating conditions for class-AB| and class-A82 audio
DR' lNO PO
operation are given in the tabulated data.
Screen voltage should be obtalned from a source hav-
ing reasonably good regulation, to prevent .variations in_
screen voltage from zero-signal to maximum-signal condi-
Class-C AM Telephony-The R-F circuit considerations tions. The use of voltage regulator tubes in a standard
discussed above under Class-C FM or Telegraphy also circuit should provide adequate regulation.
apply to amplitude-modulated operation of the 4-65A. Grid bias voltage for class-A82 service may be obtained
When the 4-65A is used as a class-C high-level-modulated from batteries or from a small fixed-bias supply. When a
bias supply is used, the D-C resistance of the bias source
should not exceed 250 ohms. Under class-ABi conditions
the effective grid-circuit resistance should not exceed
250,000 ohms.
The peak driving power figures given in the class-A82
tabulated data are included to maLke possible an accurate
determination of the required driver output power. The
driver amplifier must be capable of supplying the peak
driving power without distortion. The driver stage should,
therefore, be capable of providing an undistorted average
output equal to half the peak driving power requirement.
A small amount of additional driver output should be
provided to allow for losses in the coupling transformer.
In some cases the maximum-signal plate dissipation
Screen-tuning neutrcilizotion circuit for use above 100 Mc. shown under "Typical Operation" is less than the maxi-
C i. a small split-stator capacitor. mum rated plate dissipation of 4-65A. In these cases,
C(„fd)=#,opprox. with sine wave modulation, the plate dissipation reaches
a maximum value, equal to the maximum rating, at a
Page Four
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point somewhat below maximum-signal conditions. output power which allows ample driving power for
one 4-65A, including circuit losses. Capacitance coupling
The power output figures given in the tabulated data is shown in the diagram, but this, of course, could just
refer to the total power output from the amplifier tubes. as well be link coupling.
The useful power output will be from 5 to 15 per cent
less than the figures shown, due to losses in the output Steady driving power is fed to the grid of V, from
transformer. the exciter. The keying circuit controls the plate and
screen voltages on V,, as well as the screen voltage on
Because of the intermittent nature of the voice, and
the 4-65A, all obtained from a common power supply Bh
the low average power, it is possible in caLses where size
This supply should furnish sufficient voltage to the plate
and weight are important to operate a class-AB stage
of Vi to obtain the necessary driving power. Normally
at higher peak power values than those indicated for
this voltage will be about the correct voltage for the
slne wave.
screen of the 4-65A and resistor R. may be omitted.
In order to obtain peak power above that shown for
sine wave (peak is twice average for sine wave), the When the key is up there is no cxcitation to the 4-65A,
and consequently no grid leak bias. At the same time, the
plate-to-plate load impedance must be made proportion-
ately lower than the value sho`rm for a particular plate screen voltage has also been removed so that very little
voltage. Also, more peak driving power will be required. current is drawn by the plate. With plate voltages up to
At no time should the average plate or grid dissipation 2000 volts, the amount of current drawn is not sufficient
exceed the maximum values shown. to heat the plate beyond its rated plate dissipation and a
fixed bias is not required. However, with plate voltages
I(EYING TfllE TETRODE AMPLIFIER over 2000 volts, a small fixed bias supply is needed to
keep the plate dissipation within the rated limit. An
ordinary 221/2 volt C battery in the control grid circuit
will furnish sufficient bias to completely cut the plate
current off at 3000 volts, while some lower value of bias
can be used to permit a safe amount of current to flow
in key-up position, presenting a more constant load to
the power supply.
Page Five
•---±. 4-65^
Page Six
mate speech conditions would be to modulate the oscilla- Next, loosely couple the oscilloscope link to the output
tor with a low frequency. of the final amplifier and again adjust the exciter unit
An alternate method would be to use the continuous to give double side band output.
audio sine wave, making all adjustments at half voltages If the reduced duty cycle method is used, the following
and half currents on the screen and plate, thus reducing tuning procedure may be followed:
the power to one quarter. The stand-by plate dissipation I. Cut the audio output to zero.
under these conditions should be set at about 10 watts. 2. Apply 120 volts of bias to the 4-65A control grid.
Following these adjustments, minor adjustments at full
3. Apply the operating plate voltage followed by the
voltages and 50 watts of stand-by plate dissipation could
operating screen voltage.
then be made, but only allowing the full power to remain
on for ten or fifteen second intervals. 4. Reduce bias voltage to obtain 50 watts of staLnd-by
plate dissipation.
The first step is to loosely couple the oscilloscopc to
5. Increase audio gain, checking the oscilloscope pat-
the output of the exciter unit. The final amplifier with
its filament and bias voltages turned on should also be tern for linearity as in the case of the exciter, and adjust
for optimum antenna coupling.
coupled to the cxciter at this time. With the audio oscil-
lator running, adji`st the exciter unit so that it delivers 6. Re-adjust exciter unit for single side band operation.
double side band signals. Using a linear sweep on the 7. Disconnect test signal and connect microphone.
oscilloscope, the double side band pattern will appear on 8. Adjust the audio gain so that the voice peaks give
the screen the same as thaLt obtained from a 100% sine the same deflection on the oscnloscope Screen as was
wave modulated AM signal. Next vary the audio gain obtained from the test signal peaks.
control so that the exciter can be checked for linearity.
If the alternate method is used with a 100% duty cycle
When the peaks of the envelope start to flatten out the
from the audio oscillator, then step 3 should be to apply
upper limit of the exciter output has been reached and half voltages and the stand-by plate dissipation should
the maximum gain setting should be noted. The coupling
be set at 10 watts.
to the final stage should be varied during this process
and a point of optimum coupling determined by watch- After the audio oscillator is disconnected and step 8
ing the oscilloscope pattern and the grid meter in the completed at half voltages, the full voltages can then bc
final stage. applied and the stand-by plate dissipation adjusted for
50 watts.
Next, adjust the exciter for single side band operation
and if it is working properly, the pattern on the oscil- It is essential that the microphone cable be well
loscope will resemble an unmodulated AM carrier. The shielded and grounded to avoid R-F feedback that might
not occur when the lower impedance audio oscillator is
phasing controls should be adjusted so as to make the
envelope as smooth on the top and bottom as possible. used as an audio source.
If the above conditions are satisfied, the exciter unit can Typical operational data are given for SSSC in the
be assumed to be operating satisfactorily. first part of this data sheet.
Page SeuerI
COMPONENTS FOR TYPICAL CIRCUITS
Lpi-Cpi-Tank circuit appropria+e for opera+ing froquoncy;
0= 12. Capacitor plato spacing=.200".
Lp2-Cp2--Tank circui+ appropriate for operating {r®quency:
0= 12. Capacitor plate spdcing=.ZOO".
Lp3-Cp3-Tank circui+ appropriate for operating frequency:
Lg,.Cg,_9u=eL2.cfr:::tc;:oprp:taptr:a::a:jonrg=p.:r7a5t,;.;gfroquency.
Lg2-Cg2-Tuned circuit appropria+a for operating frequency.
Ci -.002 -¢fd. 500V Mica
C2-.002 -¢fd. 5000V Mica
C3-.001 -4fd. 2500V Mica
C4-.I -4ifd. looov paper
C5-.I -pfd.600 V paper
C6-16 -Hfd. 450V Electrolytic
C7-10 -pfd.100V Electrolytic
Ri-53,000 ohms ZOO wattlo,000 ohm adiustablo
R2-250,000ohms I wet+
R3- 5,000ohms 5watt
R4-25,000ohms 2watts
R5- 26,500 ohms ZOO watts-30,000 ohm adiustablo
R6- 2,500ohms 5wdtts
R7- 750ohms 5watts
RFci-2.5 mhy.125 rna. R-F choke
RFC2~ I mhy.500ma. R-Fcho[®
T,_::y°jwma::d::::,ddt;°pn,a+x:a,:1::mperrj:.;:t;°edparj:oary5:o°oose:::ds:
t#TL„
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ALL DIMENSIONS
IN INCHES
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Filament: Thoriat®d tungsten
Voltage--------- 5.0 yol+s
Current--------- 14.5 dmp®r®s
Grid-Screen Amplification Factor (Avorig®) ---- -5.I
MECHANICAL
Base-----.-. 5-pin m®+dl §h®ll
R®commonded sochot ----. E. F Johnson Co. socko+ No.122-275,
National Co. No. HX-loo, or oquivalont.
Basing-.----.. ----- S®® drawing
Mounting position -----. - -Yortical, base down or up
Cooling----.--. - - Radi.tion and forced air
Rocomm®ndod Hoot Dissip.ting Plato Conn®ctor ----- Eimac HR-6
gri:a:bj::Picndd's:?®eer:t'v°on,tadga®t.a,ta:e„,bba:efou:a;h°antd';tf:°t|;s°pfro:8fuu§:in?S!:fio';'ed9.r:€h:rr!Y®wit|?aosi:tc:eSariLati:nci:r®;i.w:ra!:#;nu:tnob:j*°ed®nc°,nudb!!!,°n®Sv.°nf
though there may b® some variation in grid and Scre®n currcnt§. Where grid bias is obtained pri cipally by mean. of a grid reSi!tor. to control
E\ pl.te current it is necessary to make the re.istor adiustabl®.
(Sinusoidal way., t`^ro tubes unl®S. otherwise sp®cifi®d) (Sinusoid®l wave, two tubes unlesS otherwise specified)
1500 2000 25cO 1500 2000 2500 3000 volts
600 600 COO BOO 300 300 300 volts
-95 -'04 -Ilo -48 -48 -51 -53 volts
120 I 10 Ilo loo 120 120 125 rna
400 405 430 485 510 500 473 rna
-a.4 -0.3 -a.3 0 0 0 a me
23 22 13 34 26 23 33 rna
62sO 9170 11,400 5400 8000 10,900 16.OcO ohms
« 88 90 6 „ loo „ volts
000
2.I 2.3 2,2 I.9 watts
145 175 250 w®t's
225 4.7 5.5 4,8 4.6 watts
310 460 750 watts
625
4 2.5 2.5 p., cent
2 150 185 205 190 watts
`2¢g:u:tff:°crti;teatgerqdz.:ff:i;i?nr:'sispt'aa;:ecLr::tnt;otexceed25o,oo0ohms. 428 650 840 1040 watts
3 4 4 4.5 per cent
lF IT IS DESIRED T0 OPERATE THIS TUBE UNDER CONDITIot`ls WIDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE GIVEN UNDER ''TYPICAL OPERATION", POSSIBLY
EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM RATINGS GIVEN FOR CW SERVICE. WRITE EITEL-McCuLLOuGH, lNC., FOR INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS.
APPLICATION
Mecltanical }:n¥!#v=|:g:quo:teth:OOJj.2goATus;+b:rezruoevn!::ee::Obrovtehe36eMa::
cooling air in the amount o{ five cubic feet per minute through
¥r®ubna'sjenouT.ThT®he4-s2o5c°[:+mmuus:+bb®e::::ttreudct::rtsj:a|'¥'t:a::,a:a:: +he base of the +ube is required. This quanti+y is obtained when
unimped®d flow of air through the holes in the base of the +ube the pressure drop across +he base of the +ube is equal to 0.20
incFi of water column. At frequencies below 30Mc the volume
:nuld.nTsui:;:'S+°hepcr::i::ofc'+ehaerabndcs°..fT°hrot+huebo-gs'ha::idt;E:Off;:nhtj:5 may b® reduced to two cubic fee+ per minute. At this reduced
above the chassis dock to allow free circulation of .ir in +h®
air flow, +he pressure drop is equal to 0.10 inch of water
manner shown in the mounting diagram below. The above
column. Base-cooling air should be applied simultaneously
requirements are met by the E. F. Johnson Co. socket No.
with filament power. The tempera+ure of the plate seal, as
122-275, +he National Co. socket No. HX-loo, or a similar
measured on the top of the plate cap. should not exceed 170°C
socket.
in continuous-service applications.
8i::nert°d;:eu¢?e:n:a::artde+Sheea'uCp°p°:jrn9p.or|,osnmao'!ftahne°ern;:,not;;efu::,I
usually provide sufficien+ circulation for cooling at frequencies
above 30 Mc. (The Eimac SK-400 Air-Sys+em Socket provides a
convenient method of moun+ing and cooling the 4-250A a+ VHF,
should the user desire +o use it. Full information is available on
the SK-400 Air-System Socket data sheet, or it will be sent
from the factory on request.)
Electrical
Fil.meut Yalfuge--For maximum tube life the filament voltage,
4-250A moun+:ng providing base cooling, st`ielding .nd isolation as measured directly a+ +he base pins. should be +he ra+ed value
of ou+pu+ and input compar+men+s. of 5.0 volts. Variations should be held within the range of 4.75
to 5.25 volts.
2
Bias Vol.age-D-c bias voltage for the 4-250A should not exceed entering the amplifier in order to minimize grid-plate coupling
500 volts. If grid-leak bias is used, suitable protective means between these leads external to the amplifier.
must be provided +o prevent excessive plate or screen dissipation
At frequencies from 30 Mc. to 45 Mc. ordinary neutralization
in the even+ of loss of exci+ation.
systems may be used.
Where shielding is adequate, the feed-back at frequencies
::;dJeDd!S;:r::!c.eneTioridwda;;S:.Pa::r::i?srsjtphaet;:-n25m°aAys!e°uc':,cnu?:t:: above 45 Mc. is due principally to screen-lead-inductanco
from the following expression: effects, and it becomes necessary to introduce in-phase voltage
Pg-ecmp1c. from the plate circuit into the grid circui+. This can be done by
wh®r® Pg=Grid dissipation adding capacitance between plate and grid external +a the tube.
Ordinarily, a small metal tab approximately 3/4-inch square con-
ocmp±Peak positive grid voltage. and
nected to the grid terminal and loca+ed adiacent to the envelope
lc± D-C grid current. opposite the plate will suffice for neutralization. Means should
ecmp may b® moasurod by moans of a suitable peak voltmeter be provided for adjusting the spacing be+ween the neutralizing
connected between filament and grids. capacitor plate and the envelope. An alternative neutralization
scheme is illustrated in the diagram below. In this circuit. feed-
Screen Voltage-The d-c screen voltage for the 4-250A should back is eliminated by series-+uning the screen to ground with a
not oxcoed 600 volts. small capacitor. The socket screen terminals should be strapped
together, as shown on the diagram, by the shortest possible lead,
Screen Dissipcti®n---The power dissipated by the screen of the
and the leads from the screen +erminal to the capacitor, C. and
4-250A must not exceed 35 watts. Screen dissipation is likely to
from +he capacitor to ground should be made as short a§ poss-
a ;:,S.e+.+io:ac:sssj:emoYva::esw:Yhhef:ia+::nil::ed::::aogne;oit;:;oVs°:t;gi:e::
Suitable protective means must
dissipation to 35 wat+s in the event of circuit failure.
500A
-Ec,
i lc-'II C -RF'c.sucOH' +Ec,_ I R+FEcaa
Screen voltage should be obtained from a source having
reasonably good regulation +a preven+ variations in screen volt-
age from zero-signal to maximum-signal conditions. The use of
voltage regula+or tubes in a s+andarcl circuit should provide ade-
I '0^
quate regula+ion.
_25
Grid bias voltage for class-A82 service may be obtained from
batteries or from a small fixed-bias supply. When a bias supply
is used +he d-c resistance of the bias source should not exceed
250 ohms. Under class-ABi condi+ions the effec+ive grid-circuit
resistance should not exceed 250,000 ohms.
3
The peak driving power figures given in the
A
class-A82 tabulated data are included to make
coupling transformer.
1111
CL'ASS-C. TELEGRAPHY
CLASS-C TELFPHONV
Il EIMAC4-250AMAXIMUMRATEDPLATEVOLTAGEVERSUSFREQUENCY
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R'2=!:'o7,:°oo°hoT:s:i/2uS:aa:}°]°"Ooohm"owatts
R4-15,000 ohms. 5 watts
R3-25,000 ohms. 2 watts
R6 -2,500 ohms, 5 wet+s
R7 -35,000 ohms,160 wet+s
R8-250,000 ohms. I/I wa+t
RD-200,000 ohms, 2 watts
R|o -500 ohms, I/2 Vat+
Rii-I megohm, I/2 watt
R::=!88:888:hh:sS,.,/'2#
Ri4-10,000 ohms,I/2 watt
Ri6-50 ohms.10 wa+ts
R„ -loo,000 ohms,loo watts
RFci -2.5-mhy.,125-rna. r-f choke
RFC2 -I-mhy., 500-rna. r-f choke
Ti-350-wet+ module+ion transformer; ratio pri. to sac. approx.
I.5 : I: pri. impedance 20,300 ohms, sac. impedance 13,300
ohms.
T!-600-watt modulation transformer; ratio pri. to see. approx.
Typical high-l®vol-module+ed r-f amplifier circui+, with
I.8 : I: pri. impedance 11,400 ohms, sec. impedance 6.250
modul®tor and driver s+ages.1000 watts input. ohms.
5
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Cathode: Oxide-coated, directly heated Min. Nom. Max.
Heating time (rated filament voltage) 1 2 seconds
Heatingtime(at6.2volts) ----- 0.15 second
MECHANICAL
NOTE: "TYPICAL OPERATION" data are obtained by calculation from published characteristic
curves. No allowance is made for circuit losses of any kind. Adjustment of the rf grid drive to
obtain the specified plate current at the specified grid bias, screen voltage, and plate voltage is
assumed. If this procedure tis followed there will be little variation in output power when tubes
are changed, even though there may be some variations in grid and screen currents. The grid and
screen currents which result when the desired plate current is obtained are incidental and vary
from tube to tube. These current variations cause no difficulty so long as the circuit maintains the
correct voltage in the presence of the variations in current. If grid bias is obtained principally by
means of a grid resistor, the resistor must be adjustable to obtain the required bias voltage when
the correct rf driving voltage is applied.
2
APPLICATloN
MECHANICAL
MOUNTINC
to insure proper seating of the Beo insulator to
The 4CS100L may be mounted in any positionpro- the heat-sink. Tube temperatures can be ex-
vided that the anode beryllium oxide insulator is pected to run up to 120° C above theberyllia-to-
properly mated to an adequate heat sink. Aheat- heat-sink surface temperature.
conducting socket, such as the Eimac SK-660,
or a socket having equivalent characteristics, is Base cooling is also by conduction through the
required. The screen must be by-passed by the Eimac SK-660 socket (or equivalent). To insure
Eimac SK-665 capacitor. This capacitor also in- proper cooling, tube temperatures should be
cludes a provision for a dc connection to the monitored with temperature sensitive lacquer
tube's screen ring. There is no pin connection or by some other means in any new installation.
on the tube base for a screen connection.
COOLING VIBRATION
Maximum ratings for the 4CS100L depend on This tube is capable of satisfactorily withstand-
adequate conduction cooling to maintain all tube ing ordinary shock and vibration, such as en-
and seal temperatures at 250° C orbelow. Maxi- countered in normal operation and handling. The
mum anode dissipation depends on intimate mat- tubes will function well in portable, automobile
ing of the Beo anode insulator to an adequate and truck mobile installations or similarenvir-
heat-sink. A conductive lubricant is suggested onments.
ELECTRICAL
HEATER OPERATION
With the rated heater voltage of 2.1 volts applied, to the cathode. A typical simplified control cir-
the warm-up time is approximately 1 second for cuit is shown; more sophisticated, fail-safe
tEf:fin2e.V°#Sfsmf:=:Truemp):rf£:t:h,e<ppurs°hp_etro_1:an#,P
operation, of portable and mobile equipment
FILAMENT
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operation with low grid drive also make it neces-
sary to avoid drawing significant grid current. :i[thco°d%dfi£3::.beAp::#deenfbpyatahbf[re°e¥erscrreesei:t::A
Although the tube was designed primarily for or shunt regulator connected between screen and
Class ABi operation, it may beusedfor Class C cathode and arranged to pass approximately 15
applications if the above control grid precau- milliamperes per connected screen. An electron
lions are carefully observed.
:udbeequsa::±3iseerdeegruiaet8rs:oarnfbsepursoevdfd°end[.ywhenan
SCR E EN-GRI D OP ERATION A screen by-pass capacitor such as the Eimac
The maximum rated power dissipation for the SK-665 may be used. Connection to the screen
screen grid is 8 watts, and the screen input is made to the contact on the SK-655 or to the
power should be kept below that level. The pro- screen ring on the tube.
duct of the peak screen voltage and the indi-
cated dc screen current approximates the screen PLATE OPERATION
input power except when the screen current indi-
cation is near zero or negative.
In the usual tetrode amplifier, where no signal ga°pnnoerc::°Fh::atphpee8nh°o€:smo:¥hbeeaFoaddeeia:atdh:I:?.P
voltage appears between cathode and screen, the The maximum plate-dissipation rating for the
peak screen voltage is equal to the dc screen 4CS100L is loo watts. Plate dissipation may be
voltage. permitted to exceed the maximum rated value
Protection for the screen can be provided by an if rated core and seal temperature is main-
overcurrent relay and by interlocking the screen tained.
supply so that the plate voltage must be applied The maximum rated plate voltage for Class AB ,
before screen voltage can be applied. operation at frequencies up to 250 m3gacycles
is 2000 volts.
The screen current may reverse under certain
conditions, and produce negative current indica-
tions on the screen milliameter. This is a normal SPECIAL APPLICATIONS
characteristic of most tetrodes. The screen If it is desired to operate this cube under condi-
power supply should be designed with thischar- tions widely different from those given here,
acteristic in mind, so thatthe correctoperating write to Eitel-Mccullough, Inc. for information
voltage will be maintained on the screen under and recommendations.
F I.406
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MECHANICAL
Base ----- Seedrawing
Basing - - ----- Seedrawing
Mounting Position - - - Vertical,basedownorup
Cooling----------- - - Radiation and forced air
Recommended Heat Dissipating plate connector - - ----- EIMAC HR-6
Recommended socket -------- EIMAC SK-400 Air System Socket
Maximum Over-all Dimensions
Length---------- ----- 6.38 inches
Diameter--------- ------ 3.56 inches
Net weight ---------- 9 ounces
Shipping weight ---------------- 2.5 pounds
If an Air-System Socket is used, mounted on a 1/4 inch deck, the over-all dimensions of the
system including chimney and HR-6 Heat Dissipating Plate Connector are :
Length--------.------ 8.0 inches
Diameter-------------- 5.5 inches
Note: Typical operation data are based on conditions of adjusting the rf grid drive to a specified plate current, maintaining fixed conditions of grid bias and
Scr en voltage. It will be found that if this procedure is followed, there w I be little variation in power output between tubes even though there may be some
Var tion in grid and screen currents. Where grid bias is obtainecl prlncipa y by means of a grid resistor, to control plate current it is necessary to make the
resistor adjustable.
tGuarantee applies only when the 4-400A is used as specified with adequate air in the SK-400 Air-System Socket or equivalent.
TYPICAL OPERATION (Frequencies below 75 MHz, one tube) TYPICAL OPERATION (110 MHz, two tubes)
3000 4000 volts 3500 4000 volts
500 500 volts B! i::::nv?;tFtg:e : : 500 500 volts
i:::r:i;:nvvoi;taE;ge:: -220 -220 volts DCGridvoltage--- -'70 -'70 volts
DC Plate Current - 350 350 rna DC plate current - - - 500 540 rna
DC Screen Current 46 40 rna DC screen current - - 34 31 rna
DC Grid Current - 19 18 rna DC Grid current - - - 20 20 rna
23 20 watts 20 20 watts
icr|:enDi?siis;:::otLon- I.9 I.8 watts PIT::;ngo;oeye6u(tappup,r?ax;)pro-x., 1300 1600 watts
320 320 volts Useful poweroutput -- 11601440 watts
Bp,av#FPGor#e:TPU:Vo.,tags 6.1 5.8 watts
Platepower Input -- 1050 1400 watts
8!::: pD:sjieprat6oun,p;, : : 388 I?88 :::;: ;gLj:in9eq:?rweedr ,!n:;epar§;imftse,;re]q2uewnactyts.is increased. At 75 MHz the drivi.ng
PULSE SERVICE - For iiiformatioii on Pulse Service Ratiiigs, "Ailplication Bulletin No. 3, PIIlse Service Notes", will be furmislied free on request.
IF IT IS DESIRED T0 OPERATE THIS TUBE llNDER CONDITloNS WIDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE GIVEN UNDER "TYPICAL 0PERATloN," POSSIBLY EXCEEDING
THE MAXIMUM RATINGS GIVEN FOR CW SERVICE, WRITE EIMAC, DIVIsloN 0F VARIAN ASSOCIATES, FOR INFORMATloN AND RECOMMENDATONS
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Mott7zfi72g - The 4-400A must be mounted
© 4.400A -
Pza!tG VoJtczgG - The plate-supply voltage for
the 4-400A should not exceed 4000 volts in CW
vertically, base up or down. The socket must be and audio applications. In plate-modulated tele-
constructed so as to allow an unimpeded flow of
phony service the dc plate-supply voltage should
air through the holes in the base of the tube and not exceed 3200 volts, except below 30 MHz,
must also provide clearance for the glass tip-off intermittent service, where 4000 volts may be
which extends from the center of the base. The used.
metal tube-base shell should be grounded by
means of suitable spring fingers. The above Grid Dissipa[tio7t - Grid dissipation for the
requirements are met by the EIMAC SK-400 4-400A should not be allowed to exceed 10
Air-System Socket. A flexible connecting strap watts. Grid dissipation may be calculated from
should be provided between the EIMAC HR-6 the following expression :
cooler on the plate terminal and the external Pg-ecmplc
where Pg =Grid dissipation
plate circuit. The tube must be protected from ecmp=Peak positive grid to cathode
severe vibration and shock.
voltage, and
Coo!¢73g - Adequate forced-air cooling must Ic =dc grid current
be provided to maintain the base seals at a ecmp may be measured by means of a suitable
temperature below 200°C., and the plate seal at
peak voltmeter connected between filament and
a temperature below 225oC.
grid. (For suitable peak v.t.v.in. circuits see
When the EIMAC SK-400 Air-System Socket EIMAC Application Bulletin Number 6, `Va-
is used, a minimum air flow of 14 cubic feet per cuum Tube Ratings." This bulletin is available
minute at a static pressure of 0.25 inches of on request. )
water, as measured in the socket at sea level, is
required to provide adequate cooling under all Sc7.ce7t DissipcLfio7t - The power dissipated
conditions of operation. Seal temperature limi- by the screen of the 4-400A must not exceed 35
tations may require that cooling air be supplied watts. Screen dissipation is likely to rise to ex-
to the tube even when the filament alone is on cessive values when the plate voltage, bias volt-
during standby periods. age or plate load are removed with filament
In the event an Air-System Socket is not used, and screen voltages applied. Suitable protective
means must be provided to limit screen dissipa-
provision must be made to supply equivalent tion to 35 watts in event of circuit failure.
cooling of the base, the envelope, and the plate
lead. Pzcite Dissipatio7t - Under normal operating
Tube temperatures may be measured with conditions, the plate dissipation of the 4-400A
the aid of "Tempilaq," a temperature-sensitive should not be allowed to exceed 400 watts.
lacquer manufactured by the Tempil Corpora- In plate modulated amplifier applications,
tion,132 West 22nd Street, New York 11, N.Y. the maximum allowable carrier-condition plate
dissipation is 270 watts. The plate dissipation
ELECTRICAL will rise to 400 watts under 100% sinusoidal
Fizc}mc7?f Voztcigc - For maximum tube life modulation.
the filament voltage, as measured directly at the Plate dissipation in excess of the maximum
filament pins, should be the rated voltage of 5.0 rating is permissible for short periods of time,
volts. Variations in filament voltage must be such as during tuning procedures.
kept within the range from 4.75 to 5.25 volts.
Bicis Voztczgc - The dc bias voltage for the
4-400A should not exceed 500 volts. If grid leak
bias is used, suitable means must be provided to
prevent excessive plate or screen dissipation in
the event of loss of excitation, and the grid-leak
resistor should be made adjustable to facilitate
maintaining the bias voltage and plate current
at the desired values from tube to tube. In
operation above 50 MHz, it is advisable to keep
the bias voltage as low as is practicable.
Sc7.cc7} VoJfcigG - The dc screen voltage for
the 4-400A should not exceed 600 volts in rf
applications. In audio applications a maximum
dc screen voltage of 800 volts may be used. The
screen voltages shown under "Typical Opera-
tion" are representative voltages for the type of
operation involved.
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TECHNICAL DATA
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICSI
ELECTRICAL
a Cout..................................................
Cgp...................................................
Cin................................................... 13.6 pF
Cout.................................................. 4.5 pF
Cpk.....................................'............. 0.01 pF`
Frequency of Maximum Rating:
CW ...........-.-..--.---.--.--- ' --_ _ -_ . _ _ _ _ 500 MHz
1. Characteristics and operating values are based upon performance tests. These figures may change without notice
as the result of additionaldata or product refinement. EIMAC Division of Varian should be consulted before using
this information for final equipment design.
2. Capacitance values are for a cold tube as measured in a special shielded fixture in accordance with Electronic ln-
dustries Association Standard BS-191.
MECHANICAL
EIMAC division of varian / 301 industrial way / san carlos / california 94070
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MAXIMUM PATINGS:
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Zero-Signal Plate Current
DC PLATE VOLTAGE , 2000 VOLTS
Carrier Plate Current . . .
DC SCBEEN VOLTAGE 400 VOLTS Carrier Screen Current . .
DCGRIDVOLTAGE , -250 VOLTS Peak rf Grid Voltage2 . .
DC PLATE CuPPIENT , 0.25 AMPEF}E Plate Output Power ....
PLATE DISSIPATION , 250 WATTS
SCREEN DISSIPATION 12 WATTS 1. Adjust to specified zero-signal dc plate current.
GRID DISSIPATION . 2 WATTS 2. Approximate value
RADIO FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPEF`ATION (Frequencies to 175 MHz) 500 MHz
OR OSCILLATOR
Plate Voltage ....... 50010001500 2000 2000 Vdc
Class C Telegraphy or FM Telephony ScreenVoltage ...... 250 250 250 250 300 Vdc
(Key-Down Conditions) Gridvoltage .......- 90 -90 -90 -90 -90 Vdc
PlateCurrent ....... 250 250 250 250 250 mAdc
MAXIMUM RATINGS:
Screencurrentl ..... 45 38 21 19 1 0 mAdc2
Gridcurrentl ....... 35 31 28 26 25 mAdc2
PeakrfGridvoltagel..114114112112 .--V
DC PLATE VOLTAGE 2000 VOLTS Measured Driving
DC SCREEN VOLTAGE 300 VOLTS power 1 .......
DC GF`lD VOLTAGE -250 VOLTS Plate Input Power
DC PLATE CURF}ENT 0.25 AMPERE Plate Output Power
Heater Voltage . .
PLATE DISSIPATION 250 WATTS
SCREEN DISSIPATION 12 WATTS 1. Approximate value.
GF`lD DISSIPATION 2 WATTS 2, Measured values for a typical cavity amplifier circuit.
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Plate Voltage
Screen Voltage .......
..,....
PLATE DISSIPATIONT ..... 165 WATTS 1. Corresponds to 250 watts at 100°/o sine-wave modulation.
SCF{EEN DISSIPATION2 ........... 12 WATTS 2. Average, with or without modulation.
GRID DISSIPATION2 ............ 2 WATTS 3. Approximate value.
NOTE TYPICAL OPEBATION data are obtained from dlrect measurement or by calculation from published character-
istic curves. Adjustment of the rf grid voltage to obtain the specified plate current at the specified bias,
screen and plate voltages is assumed. If this procedure is followed, there will be littlevariation in output
power when the tube is changed, even though there may be some variation in grid and screen current. The grid
and screeii currents which result when the desired plate current is obtained are Incidental and vary from tube
to tube. These current variatlons cause no dlfflculty so long as the circult malntalns the correct voltage in
the presence of the variations in current. In the case of Class C Service, if grid bias is obtained principally
by means of a grid resistor, the resistor must be adjustable to obtain the required bias voltage when the
correct rf grid voltage is ai)plied.
Cout . ` ...............................
1. Capacitance values are for a cold tube as measured in a special shielded fixture in accordance with Electronic ln-
dustries Association Standard RS-191.
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APPLICATloN
MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL
WOUIV7`/IVG - The 8876 may be operated in any HEATER - The rated heater voltage for the 8876
position. An EIMAC Air-System Socket, SK-600 is 6.0 volts and the voltage must be maintained
series, or a socket having equivalent character- within ±5% to obtain good tube life and stable
istics, is required. Sockets are available with or performance. Regulation to a tolerance better
without built-in screen capacitors and may be than ±5% normally will be beneficial as regards
obtained with either grounded or ungrounded life expectancy.
cathode terminals. At frequencies above approximately 300 MHz
transit-time effects begin to influence the cath-
COOL/IVG - Sufficient forced-air cooling must be ode temperature. The amount of driving power
provided for the anode, base seals, and body diverted to heating the cathode by back-bombard-
seals to maintain operating temperatures below ment will depend upon frequency, plate current,
the rated maximum values. Air requirements to and driving power. When the tube is driven to
maintain anode core temperatures at 200°C with maximum input as a class-C amplifier, the heater
an inlet air temperature of 50°C are tabulated voltage should be reduced according to the table
below. These requirements apply when a socket below;
of the EIMAC SK-600 series and an EIMAC SK-606
chimney are used with air flow in the base to 300 MHz or lower 6.00 volts
anode direction. 301 to 400 MHz 5.85 volts
401 to 500 MHz 5.70 volts
SEA LEVEL 10,000 FEET
u
high-level and high-frequency vibration are ex- heater to be operated at different potentials, the
pected, it is suggested that the EIMAC 4CX300A rated maximum heater-to-cathode voltage is 150
or 4CX250R be employed. volts regardless of polarity.
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GZ3JD OPERATJOIV - The maximum rated dc grid tube sZ]unf regulator connected between screen
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INTERELECTRODE CAPACITANCE -The time, even when the tube may be made by dif-
actual internal interelectrode capacitance of a ferent manufacturers. The capacitance values
tube is influenced by many variables in most shown in the manufacturer's technical data, or
applications, such as stray capacitance to the test specifications, normally are taken in ac-
chassis, capacitance added by the socket used, cordance with Standard RS-191.
stray capacitance between tube terminals, and The equipment designer is therefore cautioned
wiring effects. To control the actual capacitance to make allowance for the actual capacitance
values within the tube, as the key component values which will exist in any normal application.
involved, the industry and the Military Services Measurements should be taken with the socket
use a standard test procedure as described in and mounting which represent approximate final
Electronic Industries Association Standard layout if capacitance values are highly significant
RS-191. This requires the use of specially con- in the design.
structed test fixtures which effectively shield
all external tube leads from each other and elim- SPECJ4L APPLJC4T/OIVS - If it is desired to
inates any capacitanc.e reading to "ground". operate these tubes under conditions widely dif-
The test is performed on a cold tube. Other ferent from those given here, write to Power Grid
factors being equal, controlling internal tube Tube Division, EIMAC Division of Varian, San
capacitance in this way normally assures good Carlos, Calif. 94070 for information and recom-
interchangeability of tubes over a period of mendations .
DIMENsloNAL I)ATA
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
MECHANICAL
Plateoutputpower ---12,900
520
150
530 volts
155 watts
17,000 watts
SCREENDISSIPATION I ---- 250WATTS
GRIDDISSIPATION -~ ---- 75WATTS *Approximatevalues
PLATE-MODULATED RADIO-FREQUENCY
POWER AMPLIFIER
TYPICAL OPERATION
Class-C Telephony (Carrier conditions except where (Frequencies below 30 megacycles)
noted) DC P]atevoltage ----- 4000 5000 volts
MAXIMUM RATINGS DC Screenvoltage ---- 500 500 volts
DC PLATE VOLTAGE ---- 5000 VOLTS Peak AF Screen Voltage
DC SCREENVOLTAGE --- 1000 VOLTS (For 100%) modulation) -
DC PLATECURRENT ---- 2.5 AMPS DC Gridvoltage -
PLATE DISSIPATION* ---- 13,500 WATTS DC Platecurrent-- -
SCREEN DISSIPATION ---- 250 WATTS DC Screen current** - -
GRID DISSIPATION ----- 75 WATTS DC Gridcurrent** -- -
* Corresponds to 20,000 watts at 100-percent sine- Peak RF Gridvoltage**--
GridDrivinglJower ---
wave modulation.
Plate Dissipation ----
** Approximate values. I'1ateoutputpower ---
AUDIO-F:REOUENCY AMPLIFIER
TYPICAL OPERATION (Two Tubes)
OR MODULATOR
DC plate voltage ---- 000 7500 volts
Class-ABi DC Screen Voltage ---- 500 1500 volts
DC Grid Voltage ----- 250 -260 volts
MAXIMUM RATINGS Max-Signalplatecurrent --- 8.0 8.0 amps
DC PLATE VOLTAGE - 7500 VOLTS Zero-Signalplatecurrent --- 4.0 4.0 amps
DC SCREEN VOLTAGE 1500 VOLTS Max-Signal screencurrent** --330 300 rnA
qc PLATE CURRENT - 4.0 AMPS PeakRFDrivingvoltage** -- 240 250 volts
PLATE DISSIPATION - 20,000 WATTS Drivingpower -------- 0 0 watts
SCREEN DISSIPATION - 250 WATTS Load Resistance, Plate-to-Plate 1180 2060 ohms
GRID DISSIPATION - 75 WATTS Max-Signal plate Dissipation* -970012,500 watts
* Approximate values Max-Signal plate output power 20.600 35,000 watts
NOTE: "TYPICAL OPERATION" data are obtained by calculation from published chal`acteristic curves.
No allowance is made for circuit losses of any kind. Adjustment of the rf grid drive to obtain the speci-
fied plate current at the specified grid bias, screen voltage, and plate voltage is assumed. If this procedure
is followed, there will be little variation in output power when tubes are changed, even though there may be
some variations in grid and screen currents. The grid and screen currents which result when the desired
plate current is obtained are incidental and vary from tube to tube. These current variations cause no
difficulty so long as the circuit maintains the correct voltage in the presence of the variations in current.
If grid bias is obtained principally by means of a grid resistor, the resisto,I must be adjustable to obtain
the required bias voltage when the correct rf driving voltage is applied.
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4CV20,000A
APPLICATloN
MECHANICAL
MOUNTING - The 4CV20,000A must be operated The water in the boiler must be maintained at a con-
with its axis vertical, base up in an Eimac BR-200 stant level as indicated by the markonthe boiler, just
boiler. Care must be exercised when installing to below the top of the fins on the anode cooler. This is
insure that the boiler is level, the water. is at the accomplished automatically in the vapor cooling sys-
pl`oper level and that the flange of the tube makes a ten shown. Condensate from the condenser is returned
vapor tight seal against the rubber"O"ring andboiler. to the boiler to maintain this constant fluid level. Any
A typical vapor cooling system is shown below. losses or drops in liquid level are sensed by the con-
trol box, CB-202. A low water level in the control
box activates the solenoid water valve, allowing make-
SOCKET -The Eimac SK-300A socket is availablefor up water from the reservoir to enter the boiler. When
use with the 4CV20,000A. Filament, control grid and the proper level is reached, the control box de-
screen grid connections are made to this socket. energizes the solenoid, stopping the flow from the
reservoir. A second switch in the control box is
energized if the water level drops to a lower level
COOLING - Cooling is accomplished byimmersing because of an empty reservoir or aconstriction in the
the anode in the distilled water filled BR-200 boiler. line. This switch may be used to shut down the equip-
The energy dissipated at the anode causes the water to ment or activate an alarm.
hail at the surfaces of the anode, be converted into
steam and be carried away to the condenser. The boil- For reliable operation. it is important that the con-
ing action keeps the anode surfaces at approximately trol box and boiler bemounted sothatthe level sensed
100°C. In a properly designed boiler-tube system by the control ben is exactly the same as the level in
(such as the 4CV20,000A and BR-200) , it is extremely
the boiler.
unlikely that the anode surfaces will ever exceed Cooling of the tube base is accomplished by blowing
110®C - well below the 250°C maLximum rating -at 25-50 CFM of air into the socket in the area of the
full dissipation ratings. filament seals.
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ELECTRICAL
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FILAMENT OPERATION -The rated filament voltage Screen dissipation is likely to rise to excessive values
for the 4CV20,000A is 7.5 volts. Filament voltage, as when the plate voltage, bias voltage or plate load are
measured at the socket, must be maintained at 7.5 removed with filament and screen voltages applied.
volts plus or minus five percent to obtain maximum Suitable protective means must be provided to limit
tube life. The use of a constant voltage filament the screen dissipation in the event of these failures.
transformer is recommended.
PLATE DISSIPATION - The plate dissipation rating
of 20,000 watts attainable through vapor cooling pro-
CONTROL-GRID OPERATloN -The. 4CV20,000A con-
vides a large margin of safety. It is unlikely that this
trol grid has a maximum dissipation rating of 75
rating will be exceeded, even during tuning periods.
watts. Precautions should be observed to avoid ex-
ceeding this rating. Grid dissipation is the product of When the 4CV20,000A is used as a plate-modulated
the dc grid current and the peak positive grid voltage rf amplifier, this I.ating is reduced to 13,500 watts
swing. with a reduced plate input rating of 5000 volts and
2.5 amps.
SCREEN-GRID OPERATION -The power dissipated
by the screen must not exceed 250 watts. Screen SPECIAL APPLICATIONS -If it is desired to operate
dissipation, in cases where no ac is applied to the this tube under conditions widely different from
screen is the product of screen voltage and screen those given here, write to Power Grid Tube Market-
current. If the screen voltage is modulated. the screen ing Department, EIMAC Division of Varian, 301
dissipation will depend upon loading, driving power Industrial Way, Sam Carlos, California for informa-
and screen voltage. tion and recommendations.
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Cout..............................
Cgp...............................
Cout .................................................. 57 pF
Cpk ................................................... 0.4 pF
Frequency for Maximum Ratings:
CW ................................................... 30 MHz
1. Characteristics and operating values are based on performance tests. These figures may change without notice as a
result of additional data or product ref inement. EIMAC Division of Varian should be consulted before using this
information for final equipment design.
MECHANICAL
Maximum Overall Dimensions: (without boiler)
Length . . ...... 17.450in;443.2mm
Diameter . 9.300 in; 236.2 mm
Net Weight ............... 60lb; 27.3kg
Operating Position .......... ...... Vertical, basedown
Maximum Operating Temperature:
Base and Anode Seals ...... ............... 250OC
EIMAC division of varian / 301 industrial way / san carlos / california 94070
4CV75,000A
Plate Voltage
Screen Voltage
.......
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750
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750 Vdc
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MAXIMUM RATINGS: Grid Voltage ....... -460 -520 Vdc
Plate Current ....... 7.0 6.6 Ado
DC PLATE VOLTAGE . . 12,500 VOLTS Screen Currentl ....... 1.2 0.985 Adc
DC SCPIEEN VOLTAGE . 2000 VOLTS Grid Current 1 ....... 0.375 0.370 mAdc
DC GFllD VOLTAGE . . . -2000 VOLTS Peak af Screen Voltage 1
DC PLATE CUFIRENT . . 15 AMPEPIES (100%modulation) . . .
PLATE DISSIPATION1. . 50,000 WATTS Peak rf Grid Voltagel . . .
SCREEN DISSIPATION2. 1750 WATTS Calculated Driving Power
GRID DISSIPATION2 . . 500 WATTS Plate Input Power .....
Plate Dissipation .....
1. Corresponds to 75,000 watts at 10% sine-wave Plate Output Power ....
modu I at i on .
2. Average, with or without modulation. 1. Approximate value.
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Plate Input Power ............
SCREEN DISSIPATION 1750 WATTS
Max. Signal Plate Dissipation ....
GRID DISSIPATION . 500 WATTS Plate Output Power ...........
1. Approximate value. Load Resistance(plate to plate) . . .
2. Per Tube. 3. Adjust to give stated zero-signal plate current.
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NOTE: TYPICAL OPEF`ATION data are obtained from direct measurement or by calculation from published character-
istic curves. Adjustment of the rf grid voltage to obtain the specif ied plate current at the specified bias,
screen and plate voltages is assumed. If this procedure is followed, there will be littlevariation in output
power when the tube is changed, even though there may be some variation in grid and screen current. The grid
and screen currents which result when the desired plate current is obtained are incidental and vary from tube
to tube. These current variations cause no difficulty so long as the circuit maintains the correct voltage in
the presence of the variations in current. In the case of Class C Service, if grid bias is obtained principally
by means of a grid resistor, the resistor must be adjustable to obtain the required bias voltage when the
correct rf grid voltage is applied.
A
APPLICATloN
MECHANICAL
MOOwTJIVG - The 4CV75,000A must be mounted This boiling action maintains the anode sur-
vertically, anode up, in an EIMAC BR-320 boiler. face at a fairly constant temperature near 100°C.
Care must be exercised to insure that the axis of The vapor-cooled tube has good overload capabili-
the tube/boiler combination is vertical and that ties; excess dissipation for moderate periods only
the water in the boiler is at the level indicated causes more water to boil.
on the outline drawing of the tube and boiler A control box (EIMAC CB-202) is used to
The anode flange on the tube must seat securely sense water level in the boiler and signal for
against the rubber "0" ring, forming a liquid- make-up water from a reservoir, and also to shut
tight seal between the tube and boiler. down the system in case of low water level. In
order to perform its function, the control box must
be mounted so that its water level mark is at the
SOCKErJIVG -The EIMAC SK-1500 series same elevation as the water level mark on the
is available for use with the 4CV75,000A. Fila- boiler.
ment, control grid, and screen grid connections Since the tube anode and boiler are usually at
are made to this socket. Springfinger contacts on high potential to ground, water and steam con-
the socket are used to make connections to the nections to the boiler are made through insulated
concentric rings on the tube base. tubing.
A pressure equalizing line is required between
COOLJIVG - Anode cooling is accomplished by the steam side of the system and the top of the
immersion in a "boiler" filled with distilled control box. Its function is to provide the same
water. Energy dissipated by the anode causes the pressure in the control box as in the boiler.
water to boil at the anode surface, be converted Separate cooling of the tube base is required
into steam, and carried away to an external con- and is accomplished by directing a minimum of 60
denser. The condensate is then returned to the cfm of air at 25°C maximum at sea level (rising to
boiler, completing the cycle. 100 cfm of air at 50°C maximum at sea level) into
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the socket from the side, in the area of the fila- tions. The rating may be exceeded for brief per-
ment seals. In addition, a minimum of 2 cfm of air iods during tuning. When the 4CV75,000A is used
should be directed into the base well of the tube, as a plate-modulated rf amplifier, plate dissi-
to maintain a safe temperature in this area. Base pation under carrier conditions is limited to 50
air cooling should be applied before or simultane- kilowatts.
ously with the application of electrode voltages,
including the filament, and should be maintained FAULT PROTECTION -1n add±t±on to the
for a short period after all voltages are removed normal plate-overcurrent interlock, screen-current
to allow for tube cool-down. interlock, and vapor-cooling control box interlock,
it is good practice to protect the tube from in-
ELECTRICAL ternal damage caused by an internal plate arc
which may occur at high plate voltages.
FJLA#EIvr - The rated filament voltage for the A protective resistance of 5 to 25 ohms should
4CV75,000A is 10.0 volts and, as measured at the always be connected in series with the tube
socket or the base of the tube, should be main- anode, to absorb power-supply stored energy if a
tained within plus or minus five percent to obtain plate arc should occur. An electronic crowbar,
maximum tube life and consistent performance. which will discharge power-supply capacitors in
Filament starting (inrush) current should be a few microseconds after the start of a plate arc,
limited to a maximum of 900 amperes. is recommended.
Voltage between filament and the base plates
of either tube or the SK-1500 socket should not X-HAD/ArJOIV - High-vacuum tubes operating at
exceed 100 volts. voltages higher than 10 kilovolts produce pro-
gressively more dangerous X-ray radiation as the
CONTROL GRID OPERATION -The 4C;W75,000A, voltage is increased. The 4CV75,000A, operating
control grid is rated at 500 watts of dissipation. at its rated voltages and currents, is a potential
Grid dissipation is the approximate product of X-ray hazard. Only limited shielding is afforded
a grid current and peak positive grid voltage. by the tube envelope. Moreover, the X-ray radia-
tion level can increase significantly with aging
SCREEN DISSIPATION - Tt\e power dissipated and gradual deterioration, due to leakage paths
by the screen grid must not exceed 1750 watts. or emission characteristics as they are affected
Where no ac voltage is applied to the screen, by the high voltage. X-ray shielding must be
dissipation is the product of dc screen voltage provided on all sides of tubes operating at these
and dc screen current. With screen modulation the voltages to provide adequate protection through-
the dissipation is dependent on rms screen volt- out the tube's life. Periodic checks on the X-ray
age and rms screen current. Plate voltage, plate level should be made, and the tube should never
load, or bias voltage must never be removed while be operated without adequate shielding in place
f ilament and screen voltages are present on the when voltages above 10 kilovolts are in use.
tube since the screen dissipation rating will be Lead glass, which attenuates X-rays, is available
exceeded. Suitable protective means must be pro- for viewing windows. If there is any doubt as to
vided to prevent any of these conditions. the requirement for or the adequacy of shielding,
The 4CV75,000A may exhibit reverse screen an expert in this field should be contacted to
current, depending on operating conditions. The
perform an X-ray survey of the equipment.
screen supply voltage must be maintained con- Operation of high-voltage equipment with
stant for any values of negative and positive interlock switches "cheated" and cabinet doors
screen current which may be encountered. Danger- open in order to be better able to locate an equip-
ously high plate current may flow if the screen ment malfunction can result in serious X-ray
power supply exhibits a rising voltage character- exposure.
istic with negative screen current. Stabilization
may be accomplished with a bleeder resistor con- HJGH VOLTAGE - Normal operating voltages
nected from screen to cathode, or an electron-tube used with the 4CV75,000A are deadly, and the
regulator circuit may be used in the s c r e e n sup- equipment must be designed properly and opera-
ply. A bleeder resistor must be used if a series ting precautions must be followed. Design all
regulator is employed. equipment so that no one can come in contact
with high voltages. All equipment must include
PLATE DJSS/PArJOIV - The plate dissipation of safety enclosures for high-voltage circuits and
75 kilowatts attainable with vapor cooling pro- terminals, with interlock switches to open pri-
vides a large margin of safety in most applica- mary circuits of the power supply and to dis-
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Base------------- Special
Maxlm]m seal Texpemture --------- 250 .C
Maximm Anode Flange Tempemture ------- lso .C
Recomended Boiler -------- Emc BR-600 Series
Operating position --------- Vertical, baLse up
Maxim±]n Dimensions :
Height ---------- 27-i/2 inches
Diameter ---------- 13 inches
Cooling ------------ Vapor a cater
Net weight ------------ 180 pounds
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Tentative Data
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IX3 .Plate Voltage 25,oco rm. volts
ne Screen Volinge 2,5oo in. volts
ne p]Bte current ---------- 5o rm. Aap8
Plate mgslptlon ---------- 25o,oco rm. watts
Screen msslpctlon ---------- 3,500 ur. watts
Grid Disslmtlon ---------- 1,5co in. watts
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APPLICATION
Mechanical
Mcrmtlng
The wh250,000 met be mounted vertically, anode dotm, 1n an.EIMAC BR-600 BerieB
boiler. Care mst be exerclsea to insure that the eels of the tube^ofler ccn-
blmtion ls perfectly vertical and that iiater ln the boiler ls at the level lD-
dicated. The anode flnge on the tube must seat securely against the nibber "0"
ring, fomlng a vapor-tight seal betveen tube and t>oller.
Cooling
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APPLICATION
Electrical
Fllanent
The mted fllanent voltage for the tov250,OOO is 12 volts. Filament voltage, as
measured ®t the socket, should be mintalned at thl8 value, ±2 volts,.to ot}tain
maxlmm life and conBIBtent performnee. *
C ontrolrferld O|>emtlon
The llcv250,000 control grid ls mted at I,500 watts of dlBslptlon and protective
meaB`iz`eB Should be included ln circultry to ln8ure that this rating 18 not ex-
ceeded. Grid dlB81]patlon ls the approxlmte product of grid curlt!nt and peak
posltlve grid voltage.
Screen m861ptlon
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The power amlled to the Screen grid zDist not exceed 3,5cO vettg. 1there no a-c
18 amlied to the Screen, dlsBlpatlon 18 the prodiict of a-c Screen voltage and
d-c Screen current. With Screen nodiintlon the dis81pctlon lB depezrdent on
locLdlng, driving pctrer, and screen voltaige8. Plate voltage, plate lcxid or bfa8
voltage mist never be removed while fllanent and Screen voltages are .present
since the gclieen dis81patlon mtlng wh]| be exceeded. Suitable protective neans
"Bt be |>ro`rlded to prevent any ^of these condltlons.
plate msBipation
The plete diB81]petlon of 250 kilcmtts attalna,ble through vapor cooling pro\rlde8
a large mrgln of safety ln most applications. The mting my be exceeded for
brief periods during tuning. When the kev250,OcO 1g used as a plate-nodu]eted
I-f am:pllfler, pmte disslpatlon under carrier conditlon8 is llmlted to 167,OcO
vatts.
Special Application
where lt 18 desired to operate this tube under conditions +rldely different frcm those
l18ted here, `wrlte to Pcner Grid T`lbe Product Manager, Elmc-Dlvl81on of Varlan,
301 Indrstrlal Way, Sam Carlos, Callfomla, for lnfomatlon and rec-ndatlon8.
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flow requirements.
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PLATE DISSIPATION ---50,000 MAX.WATTS Driving power --
SCREEN DISSIPATION --- 1750 MAXoWATTS Plate Dissipation -
GRD DISSIPATION ---- 500 MAXo WATTS Plate Output Power-
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ratingso
(Effective 10-10-62) Copyright 1962 by Eitel-Mccullough, lnc.
-a 4CW50,000C
PLATE-MODULATED RADIO-FREQUENCY
TYPICAL OPERATION
POWER AMPLIFIER
NOTE: "TYPICAL OPERATION" data are obtained by calculation from published characteristic curves
and confirmed by direct tests. No allowance is made for circuit losses of any kind. Adjustment of the RF
grid drive to obtain the specified plate current at the specified grid bias, screen voltage, and plate voltage
is assumed. If this procedure is followed, there will be little variation in output power when tubes are
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changed, even though there may be some variations in grid and screen currents. The grid and screen cur-
rents which result when the desired plate current is obtained are incidental and vary from tube to tubeo
These ourrent variations cause no difficulty so long as the circuit maintains the correct voltage in the
presence of the variations in current. If grid bias is obtained principally by means of a grid resistor, the
resistor must be adjustable to obtain the required bias voltage when the correct RF driving voltage is
applied.
4CW50,000C
APPLICATloN
MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL
MOUNTING -The 4CW50,000C mustbeoperated FILAMENT OPERATION -The rated filament volt-
with its axis vertical. The base of the tube may age for the 4CW50,000C is 10.0 volts. Filament
be dc)wn or up at the convenience of the circuit voltage, as measured at the socket, should be
designer. maintained at this value to obtain maximum tube
life. In no case should it be allowed to deviate by
SOCKET -The Eimac SK-1500 socket is recom- more than plus or minus 5 percentfromthe rated
mended for use with the 4CW50 ,000C . Base cooling value.
is accomplished by directing 50-100 CFM of air
horizontally into the socket from the side. Temp-
erature of the ceramic-metal seals mustbe limi- ELECTRODE DISSIPATION RATINGS -The maxi-
ted to 25o°c. mum dissipation ratings for the 4CW50,000C must
be respected to avoid damage to the tube. An ex-
COOLING -Anode cooling is accomplished by ception is the plate dissipation, which may be
circulating water through the integral anode-water permitted to rise above the rated maximum during
jacket. A new more efficient design assures brief periods, such as may occur during tuning.
adequate cooling with low water flow rates. The
table below lists minimum coolingwater require-
ments at various dissipation levels. PLATE DISSIPATION -The plate-dissipation
rating for the 4CW50,000C is 50,000 watts for
most applications, but for Class C plate modula-
ted applications, the maximum allowable dissi-
Plate Dissipation* Water Flow pation is 33,000 watts for carrier conditions.
(kilowatts) GPM
20 7.2 CONTROL-GRID OPERATION The
30 10.2 4CW50,000C control grid has a maximum dissi~
40 12.9 pation rating of 500 watts. Grid dissipation is the
50 15.2 product of dc grid current and peak positive
grid voltageo Precautions should be observed to
avoid exceeding this rating. The grid bias and
driving power should be kept near the values
*Since the power dissipated by the filament rep- shown in the ``Typical Operation" sections of the
da.ta sheet wheneverpossible. The maximumgrid
resents about 3000 watts and since grid-plus
circuit resistance should not exceed 100,000 ohms
screen dissipation can, under some conditions,
represent another 2250 watts, allowance has been per tube.
made in preparing this tabulation for an additional
5250 watts dissipation. SCREEN-GRID OPERATION - The power
The cooling table above assumes a watertemper- dissipated by the screen of the 4CW50,000C must
ature rise of 20°C. Under no circumstances not exceed 1750 watts. Screendissipation, incases
should the outlet water temperature exceed 70° C . where there is no ac applied to the screen, is
Inlet water pressure should not exceed 75 psi. The the simple product of the screen voltage and the
pressure drop across the anode atfullflowis less screen current. If the screen voltage is modula-
than 5 psi. ted, the screen dissipation will depend upon load-
ing, driving power, and carrier screen voltage.
When the tube is mounted inthe anode-upposition,
cooling water must enter the anode-water jacket Screen Dissipation is likely to rise to excessive
through the outer connector; the outlet being the values when the plate voltage, bias voltage, or
center connector; when the tube is mounted in an plate load are removed with filament and screen
inverted position (base up) these connections are voltages applied. Suitable protective means must
reversed, that is, the inlet connection is on the be provided to limit the screen dissipation to
center water fitting and the water outlet is connect- 1750 watts in the event of circuit failure.
ed to the outer anode fitting.
Water flow must be started before applying any
voltages to the tube. Water-flow and water tempE SPECIAL APPLICATIONS - If it is desired to
erature interlock switches are suggested for operate this tube under conditions widely diffel`ent
incorporation in any system to prevent tube from those given here, write to the Power Grid
damage due to inadequacy of flow. It is not neces- Tube Marketing Department, Eitel-Mccullough,
sary to continue water flow after the removal of Inc., 301 Industrial Way, Sam Carlos, California
all power. for information and recommendations.
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The 4CX600A is a compact radial-beam tetrode with low lead inductances and low inter-
electrode capacitances, designed for use in distributed amplifiers and in UHF sel.vice up
to 1300 Mc. Maximum plate dissipation is 600 watts.
A feature of this tube is the integral screen-cathode by-pass capacitor. One side of
the heater is terminated in a "deck" attached to this capacitor while the other heater
contact is brought out on a pin on the tube base. The control grid is brought out to four
threaded pins on the base.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
MECHANICAL
This lnformatlon applleB to a, tentative tube design and is subject to change. Further
applloatlon lnformatlon ls available from Power Grid Tube Marketing, Eltel-Mccullough,
Ino„ Sam Carlos, Callfornla,
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Maximum seal Temperature - -.-- 250O C
Maximum Dimensions:
TYPICAL OPERATION
RADIOIFREOuENCY POWER AMPLIFIER (Frequencies below 30 megacycles)
OR OSCILLATOR (Up ro 30 megacycles) D-C plate Yoltage - - - 7500 volts
D-C SCREEN VOLTAGE 1500 MAX. VOLTS D-C Grid Current - - - 0.25 ampere
D-C PLATE CURRENT 3 MAX. AMPERES Peak R-F Grid voltage - - 5,0 yolts
PLATE DISSIPATION 5000 MAX. WATTS Driving Power ---- '50 y,atts
SCREEN DISSIPATION 250 MAX. WATTS Plate Dissipation - - - 5000 watts
GRID DISSIPATION 75 MAX. WATTS Plate output Power - - - 16.000 watts
NOTE: In most cases, "TYPICAL OPERATION" data are obtained by calculation from published charac+eris+ic curves and
confirmed by direc+ tests. No allowance for circuit losses. either input or output. has been made. Exceptions are ,distinguished
by a listing of "Useful" output power as opposed to "Plate" output power. Values appearing in these groups have been
obtained from existing equipment(s) and the output power is that measured at the load.
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4CX5000A -
APPLICATION
MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL
Filamenl Operation-The rated filament voltage for
Mounting-The 4CX5000A must be operated with its
the 4CX5000A is 7.5 volts. Filament voltage, as meas-
axis vertical. The base of the tube may be down or up
ured at the socket, should be maintained at this value
at the convenience of the circuit designer.
to obtain maximum tube life. In no case should it be
allowed to deviate by more than 5 percent from the
Socket-The Eimac Air-System Socket Type SK-300
rated value.
is designed especially for the concentric base terminals
of the 4CX5000A. The use of recommended air-flow Eleclrode Dissipalioh Ralihgs-The maximum dissi-
rates through this socket provides effective forced-air pation ratings for the 4CX5000A must be respected to
cooling of the tube. Air forced into the bottom of the avoid damage to the tube. An exception is the plate
socket passes over the tube terminals and through au dissipation, which may be permitted to rise above the
Air Chimney, the SK-306, into the anode cooling fins. maximum rating during brief periods, such as mat.
occ.ur during tuning.
Cooling-The maximum temperature rating for the
Control Grid Operation-The 4CX5000A control
external surfaces of the 4CX5000A is 250°C. Suffi-
gr].d has a maximum dissipation rating of 75 watts. Pi.e-
cient forced-air circulation must be provided to keep
cautions should be observed to avoid exceeding this
the temperature of the anode at the base of the cool-
rating. The grid bias and driving power should be kept
ing fins and the temperature of the ceramic-metal seals
near the values shown in the "Typical Operation" sec-
below 250°C. Air-flow requirements to maintain seal
tions of the data sheet whenever possible.
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4CX35 , 000A/
EITELIAAcCULL®U®H, INC.
SAN CAF3LOS. GAL IFOFiNIA 4CX35 , OOOC
Radial-Bean
Power Tetrodes
The Elmac 4CX35,000A and 4CX35,000C ceramic-metal power tetrodes. are intended
for use at the fifty kilowatt output power level. The 4CX35,000A is recolnmended
for use as a Class-C r-f amplifier or oscillator, Class-ABi r-f amplifier, or
Class-ABi push-pull a-f amplifier or modulator. The 4CX35,000C is a special version
with a longer screen-anode insulator intended specifically for use as a plate-and
screen-modulated Class-C r-f aaplifler. Both types carry full ratings to 110
megacycles.
~` GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
MECHANICAL
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RAXIM" RATINGS
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE 10. 000 VOLTS
D-C SCREEN VOLTAGE 2500 VOLTS
D-C PLATE CURRENT 10.0 AMPERES
PLATE DISSIPATION 35 , 000 WATTS
SCREEN DISSIPATION 1500 WATTS
GRID DISSIPATION 45 0 WATTS
TYPICAL OPERATION
POwER AMPLIFIER
MAXIM" RATINGS
D-C PI.ATE VOLTAGE 10 , 000 VOLTS
D-C SCREEN VOLTAGE 1250 VOLTS
D-C PLATE CURRENT 10.0 AMPERES
PLATE DISSIPATION 23,500 WATTS
SCREEN DISSIPATION 1500 WATTS
GRID DISSIPATION 450 WATTS
TYPICAL OPERATION
* Approximate Value
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4CX35 , OOOA/ 4CX35 , OO0C
Class-ABi, Grid-Driven
TYPICAL OPERATION
Class-AB|
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CX35 , COOA/4CX35 , 000C
APPLICATION
MECHANICAL
MOUNTING -The 4CX35,000A or 4CX35,000C must be operated with its axis vertical.
'I`he base of the tube be down or up.
SOCKET -The Eimac SK-1500 Socket is recormended for use with the 4CX35,000A and
4CX35,000C. The SK-1500 is not an air-system socket.*
CcOLING -The maximum temperature rating for the external surfaces of the 4CX35,000A
and the 4CX35,000C is 250°C. Sufficient forced-air cooling must be provided to
keep the temperature of the anode core and the temperature of the ceramic-metal
seals below 250®C. Tube life is usually prolonged if these areas are maintained
at telnperatures below this maximum rating. Estimated air-flow requirements to
maintain anode-core and seal temperatures below 225°C with an inlet-air temper-
ature of 50°C are tabulated below for operation below 30 Mc. These data are for
air flowing in the anode-to-base direction. At higher altitudes, higher fre-
quencies, or higher ambient temperatures the flow rate must be increased to obtain
equivalent cooling.
SEA LEVEL 10,000 FEET
** Since the power dissipated by the filament represents about 3000 watts and since
grid-plus-screen dissipation can, under some conditions, represent another 1950
watts, allowance has been made in preparing this tabulation for an additional 5000
watts dissipation.
ELECTRICAL
FIIJrmNT OPERATION - The rated filament voltage for the 4CX35,000A and the
4CX35,000C ls 10.0 volts. Filament voltage, as measured at the socket, should
be maintained at this value to obtain maximum tube life. In no case should it
be allowed to deviate from the rated value by more than ± 5%.
SPECIAL APPLICATIONS - For additional data, write to Power Grid Tube Marketing,
Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., 301 Industrial Way, Sam Carlos, California.
* Separate base cooling is required.
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The coaxial terminal arrangement of the tube is ideally suited for use in cavity circuits.
The cathode is a unipotential thoriated tungs+en cylinder of rugged construe+ion, heated by electron
bombardment.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
} ELECTRICAL
Cathode: Unipotential, thoriated +ungsten. Heated by electron bombardmen+.
i:'r+raegn:i;:+ehopuatg:a2+iodeboLbard-ment;
Curren+ (with ca+hode bombardment) -
Maximum allowable star+ing current -
D!rec+ 'ntepr,ea'teec.t6°ai:oseapacjtance.S ( G:ound:d-Gr.id )
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Mounting position ------- Vcr+ical. base down or up
Cooling---..---- - Water and Forced Air
Maximum Over-all Dimensions
Length (lncludingTubing) ---- - - 15 inches
Diame+er (Anode) ----- . -5.03 inches
Ne+ Weight ----.--- - - 7.6 pounds
Note: Typical operation data are based on conditions of adjusting to a specificied plate current, maintaining fixed conditions of giid bias, scieen
voltage, suppressor voltage and I-f grid voltage. It will be found that if this procedure is followed, there will be little variation in power
output between tubes even though there may be some variation in grid, screen and sui)pressor ciirrents. Where grid bias is obtained principally
by means of a grid resistor, to control plate current it js necessary to make the I.esistor adjustable.
APPLICATION
Mounting-The 4W20,000A must be mounted ver- perature. The propel. filament voltage for a given
tically. Base-down or base-up mounting is optional. cathode bombardment powei. may be found in the
The co-axial contact surfaces pi.ovided for connec- table below. The filament voltage should remain at
tion to the filament, cathode, grid, screen, and anode the 10.0-volt value until the cathode has reached op-
are of succ`essively larger diameters to facilitate re- ei.ating temperature, an interval of approximately
moval and replacement of tubes. thii.ty seconds. The filament voltage should be main-
Cavity cii.cults may be designed around the tained to within 5% of the proper operating value and
dimensions shown in the outline drawing. At very high the cathode bombardment power should be held with-
frequencies the points of contact between the tube in plus or minus 100 watts of the recommended value.
and the external circuit will be required to carry high Cathode Bom-
values of charging current. It is, therefore, essential bardment power 2000 2250 2500 2750 3000
that the contactors make firm and uniform contact Filamentvoltage 6.0 5.2 4.3 3.2 2.0
between the terminal surfaces of the tube and the ex-
A cathode bombardment power of 2250 watts is nor-
ternal circuit. Particular care should be taken that the
mal for average CW conditions. In applications re-
contactors are not inadvertently forced out of shape,
and that all contact surfaces are maintained free from quiring peak values of cathode current in excess of 75
amperes the cathode bombardment power may be in-
dust or other foreign matter which would prevent uni-
creased to a value between 2250 and 3000 watts as
form electrical connection. At VHF, poor contact by
requil.ed.
one fingei. of a multi-finger collet can result in local
Further increases in cathode efficiency will result
overheating which may damage the tube seals.
in a decrease in the cathode bombardment power re-
Although contact fingers or slotted collets are often
made an integral part of cavity circuits, there is some quirements. The cathode bombardment power supply
should, therefore, be capable of providing a minimum
advantage to reversing the plan by providing contact-
of approximately 2000 watts.
finger assemblies which are designed to be clamped
Caution: It must be kept in mind that the filament
firmly to the terminal surfaces of the tube itself and to is at a potential of 1400 volts d-c with respect to
make sliding contact with the cavity as the tube is in-
sei.ted. This arrangement facilitates replacement of ground. The filament transformer and voltmeter must
be adequately insulated for this voltage.
worn or damaged contactors and tends to remove
Grid Vo]rage RegLilarion-The practice of design-
incidental local heating from the vicinity of the tube
ing grid voltage supplies to maintain adequate regula-
seals. Tubes held in resei.ve for emergency replace-
tion under conditions of varying grid current is par-
ment may be fitted with contact finger assemblies and
ticularly desirable with the 4W20,000A. Because the
water-line extensions to minimize lost time in making
cathode of the 4W20,000A is a complete cylinder, grid
changes.
temperatures run higher than usual. For this reason,
Cathode Heating Power - The cathode of the even with no excitation, control grid current 1.eversal
4W20,000A is a unipotential, thoriated tungsten cylin-
might conceivably be several milliamperes and safe
der, heated by electron bombardment of its inner sur-
design should allow for possible peaks on the order of
face. Bombardment is obtained by using the cylindrical
loo milliamperes.
cathode as the anode of a diode. A helical filament is
Anode Cooling-The water-cooled anode requires 8
mounted on the axis of the cathode cylinder to supply
the bombarding electrons. A d-c potential of approxi- gallons per minute of cooling water for the rated 20
kilowatts of plate dissipation. This corresponds to a
mately 1400 volts is applied between the filament and
the cathode cyliiider, and the recommended cathode pressure drop of 7 pounds per square inch across the
water jacket. The inlet water pressure must not exceed
heating power of 2500 watts is obtained with approxi-
a maximum of 50 pounds per square inch.
mately 1.8 amperes.
The outlet water temperatui.e must not exceed a
The inner filalnent is designed to operate under
maximum of 70°C under any conditions.
space-charge limited conditions so that the cathode
temperature may be varied by changing the voltage Se{ll Cooling-The grid and screen tube contact sur-
applied between the inner filament and the cathode faces and adjacent glass and ceramic must be cooled
cylinder. by high-velocity air which may be accomplished by
For maximum tube life the filament voltage, as means of ring manifolds. The quantity, velocity and
measured directly at the filament terminals, must be direction of air must be adjusted to limit the maximum
reduced after the cathode has reached operating tern- seal temperatures to |5o°C.
lF IT IS DESIRED T0 OPERATE THIS TUBE UNDER CONDITIONS WIDELY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE GIVEN UNDER `'TYPICAL OPERATION", POSSIBLY
EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM RATINGS GIVEN foR CW SERVICE, WRITE EITEL-McCULLOUGH, INC., FOR INFORMATloN AND RECOMMENDATIONS.
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The cathode and filament stem also require forced- By employing a cathode co]Iet such as is shown jn
air cooling in sufficient quantity so that the region on
the accompanying drawings, the recommended cooling
the cathode terminal opposite the glass of the grid
requirements will be fulfilled with an air flow of 60
terminal seal does not exceed a maximum of 150°C.
The major portion of this air must be guided along cubic feet per minute at a static manifold pressure of
the surface of the teminal sleeve. The remaining air 2 inches of water column.
flows through the nine holes inside the terminal sleeve, Air and water flow must be started before fila-
cools the filament stem and vents through the three ment and cathode power are applied and maintained
holes in the tube base enclosed by the outer filament for at least two minutes after the filament and cathode
spring collet connection.
power have been removed.
4W20,000A
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
tvlin. Nom. Max.
Cathode: Oxide-Coated, Unipotential
Heating Time ------- - 30 60 seconds
Cathode-to-Heater Potential ---- +I 50 yolts
Heater: Vol+age 4X150R ------ 6.0
Curren+ 4X150R ------ -2.4 3.0 amperes
Voltage 4X150S ------ 26.5 yolls
Curren+ 4X150S ------ - 0.56 0,68 ampere
MECHAN.CAL
Base.-.-- • JEDEC 88-236
Maximum Operating Temperatures:
Base seals - - - - - 2500 C
Anode Seal - - - - 200O C
Anode core - - - . 250O C
Recommended Socket - - Eimac SK-600 series
Operating Position - - - - - - Any
Maximum Dimensions:
Height - - . - - 2.414inches
Diameter - - - - - I.640inches
Cooling----- - -Forced Air
Net Weight -.-- - - 4 ounces
Shipping Weight (Approximate) - - I.6pounds
TYPICAL OPERATION
RADIO-FREOUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER Frequencies up to l50 Mc. 500 tvlc.+
OR OSCILLATOR D-C Plate Voltage - 500 1000 1500 2000 1250 volts
D-C Screen Voltage - 250 250 250 250 250 volts
D-C Grid Voltage - -90 -90 -90 -90 utovolts
D-C Plate Current - 250 250 250 250 200 rna
fkaesys:dcoJ:lecgornadpi]iyonosr,FMTelephony D-C Screen Current+ - 45 38 21 19 7 rna
tvlAXIMUM RATINGS D-C Grid Current* - 35 31 28 26 Io rna
Peak R-F Grid Voltaqet 114 114 112 112 ... volts
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE: 4.0 3.5 3.2 2.. lo watts
Up to 150 megacycles - - 2000 MAX. VOLTS P|rj?:nin3:reprow..- : 125 250 375 500 250 watts
Plate Output Power - 70 I?0 280 390 140 watts
150 to 500 megacycles - - 1250 MAX. VOLTS *Approximate values.
D-C SCREEN VOLTAGE - - - 300 MAX. VOLTS
D-C GRID VOLTAGE - - - -250 MAX. VOLTS
D-C PLATE CURRENT - - - 250 MAX. MA
250 MAX. WATTS
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NOTE: Heater voltage was reduced to 5.5 volts and 24.3 volts tor the
SCREEN DISSIPATloN - - - 12 MAX. WATTS 4X150R and 4X150S respectively.
GRID DISSIPATION - - - 2 MAX. WATTS
PLATEIMODULATED RADIO-FREQUENCY
AMPLIFIER
TYPICAL OPERATION (Fr®quenci®s up to 150 m®gocycl®S)
Class-C Telephony (Carrier Conditions}
D-C plato Yoltag® .... 500 I 000 '600 yol',
MAXIMUM RATINGS D-C scro®n Yollag® .... 250 250 250 yol'|
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE: D-C Grid Yoltoge .... -'50 -'50 -'50 yo''|
1600 MAX. VOLTS D-C plate curl.ant .... 2cO ZOO ZOO mo
Up lo 150 m®gacyclos
150 to 500 megcicyclos 1000 MAX. VOLTS D-C scl.een current .... 2520 '8mo
D-C SCREEN VOLTAGE . 300 MAX. VOLTS D-C Grid current ..... 2321 2'ma
D-C GRID VOLTAGE. . -250 MAX. VOLTS Peak R-F Grid Input Yollag®. '73 '72 '72 yol'I
D-C PLATECURRENT . ZOO MAX. MA Driving power ...... 4.0 3.6 3.6 wo''|
PLATE DISSIPATION . . 165 MAX. WATTS Plate Input power .... loo ZOO 320 wa''s
SCREEN DISSIPATION . 12 MAX. WATTS Plot® Output power .... 47 140 250 wo''I
GRID DISSIPATION . . 2 MAX. WATTS •Approximal® voluos.
NOTE: "TYPICAL OPERATION" data or. obtain.d by colculolion from publi.li®d choroct®ri.tic curve. and confirmed by direct t®!t!. No ollowonc.
lo!ses, either input or oulpul, has b..n mode.
for circO|(um®SC,®®n
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APPLICATION
MECHANICAL
Mounting-The 4X150R and 4X150S may be oper- ing air-flow must be maintained during standby peri-
ated in any position. An Eimac Air-System Socket, ods when only the heater voltage is applied to the tube.
SK-600 series, or a socket having equivalent char- The anode cooler should be inspected periodically
acteristics, is required. Sockets are available with or and cleaned when necessary to remove any dirt which
without built-in screen capacitors and may be obtained might interfere with effective cooling.
with either grounded or ungrounded cathode terminals. Shock and Vibl.ation-The 4X150R and 4X150S are
Cooling-Sufficient forced-air cooling must be pro- two Eimac tube types unique in that shock and vibra-
vided for the anode, base seals, and body seals to main- tion testing are performed with mcI#c.mt/in rclted pZczfe
tain operating temperatures below the rated maximum cnd scree'n t>ozfcJges applied. Two samples of produc-
values. Air requirements to maintain anode core tem- tion tubes are randomly selected periodically and
peratures at 200°C with an inlet air temperature of tested under the conditions outlined below.
50°C are tabulated below. These requirements apply `Mth maxi'Irntm rated plate and screer. 1)oltages
when a socket of the Eimac SK-600 series and an applied, each of the tubes in this sample is subj.ected
Eimac SK-606 chimney are used with air flow in the to six shocks of 90 G (minimum) half-sine-wave
base to anode direction. motion, with a duration of 11+2 milliseconds, in each
of the three major axes (Xl, X-2, and Y1) .
SEA LEVEL 10,000 FEET
`^lith maxirTram rated plate and screen voltages
apphed and with control-grid voltage ad].usted to allow
Plate Pressure Pressure
Dissipation Air Flow Drop (Inches Air Flow Drop (Inches
the flow of loo nit through a plate load resistor of
(Watts) (CFM) of water) (CFM) of water) 4900 ohms, each of the tubes in this sample is vibrated
in the three major axes throughout the range of 5-750-
200 5.0 0.52 7.3 0.76 5 cps in a minimum time of six minutes per axis. The
250 6.4 0.82 9.3 1.20 vibration level is maintained at 10 G from 28 cps to
750 eps and at 0.2,5 inch D.A. from 5 cps to 28 eps.
The blower selected in a given application must During this test noise voltage developed across the
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be capable of supplying the desired air flow at a back plate load resistor cannot exceed 30 volts rms. Suffi-
pressure equal to the pressure drop shown above plus cient plate power-supply voltage (2500 volts) is em-
any drop encountered in ducts and filters. The blower ployed to assure that a minimum of 2000 volts appears
must be designed to deliver the air at the desired at the plate of the tube under test even though 490
altitude. volts drop across the plate load resistor results from
At 500 Mc or below, base-c`ooling air requirements d-c plate-current flow.
are satisfied automatically when the tube is operated The equipment designer is cautioned to provide
in an Eimac Air-System Socket and the recommended iidequate tube support to prevent relative motion be-
air-flow rates are used. Experience has shown that if tween tube and socket in equipments where shock
reliable long-life operation is to be obtained, the cool- and/or vibi.ation are anticipated.
ELECTRICAL
Healer-The rated heater voltage for the 4X150R output c`ircuits if I.equired.
and 4X150S is 6.() vtj]ts and 26.5 volts respectively, Ruted hei`ter v()ltage should be applied before
:`nd the voltage should be maintained as clt)sely i``s other ()pei.ilting voltages are applied.
practicable. Short-time changes of + 10% will not IIeater-to-cathode maximum voltage is ±150 volts.
damage the tube, but variations in per.formance must Control-Grid-M.iximum rated d-c bias voltage is
be expected. The heater voltage must be maintained -250 volts. D-C resistance, gi.id-to-cathode, should
with + 5% to minimize these variations find to obtain be no moi-e than loo,000 ohms.
maxim-urn tube life. Screen-Grid-Maximum sci.een dissipation for each
At frequencies above approximately 300 mega- type is 12 watts, norm`lly computed by multiplying
c`ycles, transit-time effects begin to influence the d-c sc`reen voltage by the average screen current. This
cathode temperature. The amount of driving power computation is essentially correct except in the case
diverted to heating the c`athode by back-bombardment of heavy plate loading when secondary-emission cur-
will depend upon frequency, plate current, and driving rent may mask the noi.mal sc.reen current.
power. When the tube is driven to maximum input All tetrodes, under some conditions of lo!`ding and
as a "straight-through" class-C amplifier, the heater drive, will exhibit secondary emission from the screen
voltage should be reduced according to the table whic.h changes the net cui.I.ent to the screen and may
below: even c`ause the screen current meter to reverse. Nor-
Frequency. Mc 4X150R 4X150S mally, secondary emission is harmless provided the
300 and lower 6.00volts 26.5vol+s screen voltage js stable. To insure stable screen voltage,
301 +o 400 5.75 vol+s 25.5 vol+s it is recommended that a bleeder resistor calculated
401 to 500 5.50 volts 24.3 volts to pass 15 rna from sci.een to ground. be used.
Catllode-The cathode of each type is connected to Plate Dissipcltion-The maximum plate dissipation
the foul. even-numbered base pins to provide a low- for either type is 250 watts. The usual single-sideband
inductance I)ath, or permit separation of input and voice signal is complex and full peak envelope power
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Ca+hode: Oxide-Coated. Unipotential Min. Nom. Max.
Heating Time - - - 30 60 seconds
Cathode-+a-heater Potential - - ±' 50 yolts
Heater: Voltage 4X250B - - - -6.0 yolts
Current _ _4X250B - - 2.3 2.9 amperes
Amplification Factor (Grid-to-Screen) 4.4 6.0
Transconductance (li,±200 rna) - _ ]2,000 umhos
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Output-----
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Output - - - -4.0 5.0 uuf
Feedback - - - - _ 0.01 uuf
Frequency for Maximum Ratings - 500 mc
MECHANICAL
Base------ - Special 9-pin
Maximum Opera+ing Temperatures:
Glass-to-Metal Seals - . - '750 C
Ceramic-to-Me+al Seals - . 2500 C
Anode core - . . - 2500 C
Recommended Socke+ - - . Eimac SK-boo Series
Operating Position - - - - - - Any
Maximum Dimensions:
Height 2.464 inches
Seated Heigh+ - - I.910 inches
Diameter - - I.640 inches
Cooling----- Forced Air
- 4 ounces
¥h:+pp#g*teight iApp:oxim:+e) : I.6 pounds
TYPICAL OPERATION
RADIO-FREquENCY POWER AMPLIFIER Frequencies up to 175Mc 500Mc
D-C Plate Voltage 500 1000 1500 2000 2000 yolts
OR OSCILLATOR D-C Screen Voltage 250 250 250 250 300 volts
Class-C Telegraphy or FM Telephony D-C Grid Voltage - -90 -90 -90 -90 -90 yolts
D-C Plate Current - 250 250 250 250 250 rna
(Key-down conditions) '0** rna
D-C Screen Current' 45 38 21 19
MAXIMUM RATINGS D-C Grid Current* 35 31 28 26 25*. rna
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE 2000 MAX. VOLTS Peak R-F Grid Yoltage* 114 H4 u2 112 - yo'ts
D-C SCREEN VOLTAGE 300 MAX. VOLTS Driving Powei* - 4.0 3.5 3.2 2.9 - watts
D-C GRID VOLTAGE -250 MAX. VOLTS Plate Input Power - 125 2SO 375 500 500 watts
250 MAX. MA Plate Output Power 70 190 280 390 225** watts
D-C PLATE CURRENT
Heater Voltage - 6.a 6.0 6.0 6.0 5.5 yo'ts
PLATE DISSIPATloN 250 MAX. WATTS
*Approximate values.
SCREEN DISSIPATloN 12 MAX. WATTS
2 MAX. WATTS **Measured values tor a typical cavity amplifier circuit`
GrRID DISSIPATION
PLATE-MODULATED RADIoiFREOUENCY
AMPLIFIER TYPICAL OPERATION (Frequencies up to 175 Mc)
Class-C Telophony (Carrier conditions) D-C Plate Voltage ----- 500 1000 1500 volts
MAXIMUM RATINGS D-C Screen Voltage •---- 250 250 250 volts
D-C Grid Voltage •---- loo -loo -loovolts
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE 1500 MAX. VOLTS
D-C Plate Current •---- 200 200 200ma
D-C SCREEN VOLTAGE 300 lvlAX. VOLTS D-C Screen Current. 31 22 20 rna
D-C GRID VOLTAGE -250 MAX. VOLTS D-C Grid Current* 15 14 14 rna
D-C PLATE CURRENT 200 MAX. MA Peak R-F Grid Input Voltage* 118 117 117 volts
Driving Power .-.- I.8 I.7 I.7 watts
PLATE DISSIPATION 165 MAX. WATTS
Plate Input Power - - loo 200 300 watts
SCREEN DISSIPATION 12 MAX. WATTS Plate Output Power - - 60 145 235 watts
GRID DISSIPATION 2 MAX. WATTS 'Approximate values.
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4X250B-
APPLICATION
Eii MECHANICAL there is any doubt that the cooling is adequate, it
Mounting-The 4X250B may be operated in any should be borne in mind that operating temperature
is the sole criterion of cooling effectiveness. One
position. An Eimac Air-System Socket, SK-600 series,
or a socket having equiv:`lent chiiracteristics, is re- method of measuring the surface temperatures is by
quired. Sockets are available with or withttut built-in the use of a temperature-sensitive lacquer. When
screen by-pass capi`citors and may be obtained with temperature-sensitive materials are used, extremely
either grounded or ungrounded cathode terminals. thin applications must be used to avoid interference
The tube will fit in a standard Loktal socket, but with the transfer of heat from the tube to the air
use of the Loktal socket is not recommended. The stream, which would cause inac`curate indications.
use of a Locktal socket in the usual way does not pro- Vibration-These tubes are capable of satisfactorily
vide for c.ooling the base of the tube. withstanding ordinary shock and vibration, such as en-
} Cooling-Sufficient c`ooling must be provided for the countered in shipment and normal handling. The tubes
anode, base seals and body seals to maintain operating will function well in automobile and truck mobile
temperatures below the rated maximum values: installations and similar environments. However, when
Ceramic-to-Metal seals 250CC shoc.k and vibration are expected to exceed approxi-
Glass-to-Metal seals |75°C mately 5g units, it is suggested that the Eimac
Anode core 25o°C 4CX300A be employed.
Air requirements to maintain seal temperatures at ELECTRICAL
175°C in 50°C ambient air are tabulated below. Heatel.-The rated heater voltage for the 4X250B is
These requirements apply when the Eimac SK-600 or 6.0 volts and this voltage should be maintained as
SK-610 socket is used with air flow in the bczSe fo
c.losely as practicable. Short-time variations of the
w7iocze direction.
voltage of ± 10% of the rated value will not damage the
SEA '0,000 FEET
LEVEL
tube, but variations in performance must be expected.
Plate
Air Flow(CFM)
Pressure
Air Flow(CFtvl)
Pressure The heater voltage should be maintained within ±5%
Dissi potion Drop (Inches Drop (Inches
of Water) of Water)
of its rated value to minimize variations in performance
(Watts)
and to obtain maximum tube life.
200 3.8 0.28 5.5 0.40
At frequencies above approximately 300 mega-
250 5.6 0.53 8.I 0.77
cycles transit-time effects begin to influence the cath-
The blower selected in a given application must be ode temperature. The amount of driving power di-
capable of supplying the desired airflow at a back verted to heating the cathode by back-bombardment
will depend upon the frequency, the plate current, and
pi.essure equal to the pressure drop shown above plus
any drop encountered in ducts and filters. The blower driving power being supplied to the tube. When the
must be designed to deliver the air at the desired tube is driven to maximum input as a "straight-
altitude. through" class-C amplifier, the heater voltage should
be reduced according to the table below:
Freqency, Mc. 4X250B
300 and lower 6.0 volts
301 to 400 5.75 volts
40l to 500 5.50 volts
ln no case should the heater of the 4X250B be
operated at less than 5.4 volts.
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emission currents. The maximum rated d-c input cur-
rent is 200 milliamperes for plate-modulated operation,
and 250 milliamperes for all other types of operation
METllloDS OF MEASURING PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL except pulsed.
Higher cathode currents are permitted in pulsed
At 500 Mc. or below, base-cooling air requirements operation and the maximum permissible pulse currents
are satisfied automatically when the tube is operated will depend entirely on the pulse lengths and the
in an Eimac Air-System Socket and the recommended pulse repetition rates. The maximum rated pulse plate
air-flow rates are used. Experience has shown that if current of 6.0 amperes may be used only when the
reliable long-life operation is to be obtained, the cool- pulses do not exceed five microseconds in duration,
ing air flow must be maintained during standby peri- and when the repetition rate does not exceed 1000
ods when only the heater voltage is applied to the pulses per sec`ond. The curve of Fig. 2 shows the
tube. The anode cooler should be inspected periodically maximum permissible pulse currents and pulse dura-
and cleaned when necessary to remove any dirt, which tions for I.epetition rates of 1000 pps or less. For
might interfere \`.ith effective cooling. higher repetition rates the indicated pulse durations
If cooling methods other than forced air are used, must be shortened by the factor 1000/n, where n is
if the recommended air-flow rates are not supplied or if the number of pulses per second.
The cathode is intemally connected to the four correct operating voltage will be maintained on the
even-numbered base pins, and all four of the cor- screen under all conditf ons. A current path from screen
responding socket terminals should be used to make to cathode must be provided by a bleeder resistor,
connection to the external circuits. At radio frequencies gaseous voltage regulator tubes, or an electron tube
it is important to keep the cathode leads short and s7}t/"f regulator connected between screen and cathode
direct and to use conductors with large areas to mini- and arranged to pass approximately 15 milliamperes
mize the I.nductive reactances in series with the per connected screen. An electron tube ser€.es regulator
cathode ]etads. can be used only when an adequiite bleeder resistor
It is recommended that rated heater voltage be is provided.
applied for a minimum of 30 seconds before other Self-modul:`tfon of the sc`reen in p]i`te-modulated
operating voltages are applied. Where the circuit de- tetrode amplifiers using this ttibe miiy not be siitisfac-
sign requires the cathode and heater to be operated tory because of the screen-voltage-screen-current
at different potentia]s, the rated maximum heater-to- ch:`rac`teristics. Screen modu]atfon from a tertiary wind-
cathode voltage is 150 volts regardless of polarity. ing on the mo(lul:`tion transformer or by me!ins of a
separate small moduhitor tube will usuftlly be more
gcr:dn'brgs.€#ag?Pser±£j5°on=[tThaendmta£:in::xf:``t::dg€]:: satisfactory. Screen-voltage modulation f€`ctors between
dissipation rating is 2.0 watts. In ordinary audio and 0.75 and 1.0 will result in 100% modulation of plate-
radio-frequency amplifiers the grid dissipation usually modulated r-f amplifiers using the 4X250B
will not approach the maximum rated power. At op-
Plafe Operation-The maximum rated phite-dissipa-
erating frequencies above the 100-megacycle region, tion power is 250 watts. In phte-modulated applica-
driving-power I.equirements for amplifiers increase no-
tions the carrier ph`te-dissipi`tion power must be lim-
ticeably until at 500 megacycles as much as 30 watts ited to 165 w:itts to avoid exceeding the pl:`te-dissipa-
of driving power may have to be supplied. However, tion rating with 100% sine-wave moduhtion. The
most of the driving power is absorbed in circuit losse`s
maximum dissipation ri`ting mi`y be exceeded for brief
other than the grid dissipation, so that the grid dissi-
periods during circuit :`djustment without damage to
pation is only slightly increased. Satisfactory 500- the tube.
megacycle operation of the tubes in a stable, "straight-
through" amplifier is indicated by grid-current values At frequencies up to iipproximately 30 megacycles
below approximately 25 milliamperes. the top ci`p on the anode cooler m€`y be used for a
The grid voltage required by different tubes may plate terminal. At higher frequencies, a circular clamp
or spring-finger collet encircling the cylindrical outer
vary between limits approximately 2097o above and
surface of the anode cooler should be used.
below the center value, and means should be provided
in the equipment to accommodate such variation. It is
especially important that variations between individual p¥]:L'.`#i:t?s:r#.i::i=:`]'t?nea:a::{i,t;Tg[tf[Tsg::all:[ng°f:
neering pri`ctice to provide for individual metering
tubes be compensated when tubes are operated in
and individual adjustment of the bias or screen voltage
parallel or push-pull circuits, to assure equal load to equalize the inputs.
sharing.
Where overload protection is provided, it should
Screen-Grid Operation-The maximum rated power be capable of protecting the surviving tube/s in the
dissipation for the screen grid is 12 watts, and the
event that one tube should fail.
screen input power should be kept below that level.
The product of the peak screen voltage and the indi- UHF Operation-The 4X250B is useful in the UHF
cated d-c screen current approximates the screen input region. UHF operation should be conduc.ted with heavy
power except when the screen current indi6ation is plate loading, minimum bii`s and the lowest driving
near zero or negative. power consistent with satisfactory performance. It is
often preferable to operate at a sacrifice in efficiency
In the usual tetrode amplifier, where no sigm]
to obtain increased tube life.
voltage appears between cathode and screen, the peak
screen voltage is equal to the d-c screen voltage. Some of the added circuit loss observed in UHF'
operation is in the base insulator of the tube. It is
When signal voltages appear between screen and
sometimes necessary to use more th:in the recom-
cathode, as in the case of screen-modulated ampli-
mended minimum air-flow rates to maintain safe oper-
fiers or c.|thode-driven tetrode amplifiers, the peak
screen-to-cathode voltage is the sum of the d-c screen
ating base temperatures at UHF.
voltage and the peak a-c or r-f signal voltage applied These tubes may be used in frequency multipljer
to screen or cathode. applic`ations. Such operation results in low plate effi-
Protection for the screen can be provided by an ciency and requires high driving voltages. If the fre-
over-current relay and by interlocking the screen sup- quency multip]ier is used as an output power stage,
ply so that the plate voltage must be applied before it is preferable to operate the final tube as a frequency
screen voltage can be applied. doubler rather than a frequency tripler.
The screen current may reverse under certain con-
ditions, and produce negative current indications on :upbee:!a|nfBrp']cCo:]tj:tfo=[£wfftd]:Siydeifjr£:r::t°Pf::a:e:i:::
the screen milliammeter. This is a normal characteristic given here, write to Applici`tion Engineering Depart-
of most tetrodes. The screen power supply should be ment, Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., Sam Carlos, California,
designed with this characteristic in mind, so that the for information and recommendations.
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The Eimac 4X5000A is a compact high power forced-air-cooled +e+rode of metal and ceramic
construe+ion. The 4X5000A is useful as an oscilla+or. amplifier or modulator at frequencies up to
30 megacycles a+ full ratings. Its cl`aractoris+ics make it particularly useful as a linear single-
sideband amplifier, class ABi audio amplifier or as a screen-modulated radio-frequency amplifier.
A pair of these tubes will deliver 17.5 kilowat+s of audio-frequency or radio-frequency power
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
+ ELECTRICAL
MECHANICAL
Base------- - - Special, Conc®n+ric
Recommended Socket ---- - - - Eimac SK-300
Mounting------ Axis vertical. base down or up
Cooling - - - Forced Air
Maximum Over-all Dimensions:
Long+h.---- - - - O-I/8 inches
Diameter - - -4-15/16 inches
Note. Typical operation data are based on conditions of adiu!ting tl`e r-f drive to a Specified plate current. maintaining fixed conditioiis of
bell le variation in pover output between t bos
is obtained principally by mo®i`s of a grid resistor,
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GRID DISSIPATION 75 MAX. WATTS Plate power output ------ 16,OcO watts
SCREEN DISSIPATION 250 MAX. WATTS ?53£ !i37!o !33£ 2.,2£ #;::;
250 240 270 235volts
a a 0 O watts
4200 4200 4200 4200 watts
GRID DISSIPATION 75 MAX. WATTS i::i::n:;i::;;I:i:i;:;§i!:i§:i:;ui::8;u::;;ie:nntt 11,50013,50017,00017.500 watts
APPLICAT.ON
MECHANICAL
Mounting-The 4X5000A must be mounted with its differential of 2.25 inches water column across the tube
axis vertical. The base of the tube may be down or up and socket.
at the convenience of the circuit designer. The flow rates and pressure differentials specified
Socket-The Eimac Air-System Socket Type SK-300 is above apply to air at sea level pressure and at 20°C
designed especially for the concentric base terminals of ambient temperature.
the 4X5000A. The use of recommended air-flow rates If the 4X5000A is operated in a socket of a design
through this socket provides effective forced-air cooling different from that of the SK-300, the air-flow rates
of the tube. Air forced into the bottom of the socket must be determined independently for each design, using
passes over the tube terminals, after which a duct guides the maximum rated temperature as the criterion for
it into the anode cooling fins. satisfactory cooling.
Cooling-The maximum temperature rating for the ex- A convenient method Of measuring temperatures is
ternal surfaces of the 4X5000A is 200°C. Sufficient forced the use of a temperature-sensitive paint, applied spar-
air circulation must be provided to keep the tempera- ingly to the tube surfaces. When heavy coats are ap-
ture of the anode at the base of the cooling fins and the plied, the air-cooled surface of the paint may not reach
temperature of the ceramic stem surfaces below 200°C. the tube temperature because the paint conducts heat
When the tube is mounted in the Eimac SK-300 poorly and errors can occur. One type of temperature-
Socket, plate dissipation power of 5,000 watts requires sensitive paint can be obtained from the Tempil Cor-
175 CFM air flow, corresponding to a pressure differ- poration, 11 West 25th Street, New York, 10, N.Y.
ential across tube and socket of I.5 inches water column. The air inlet to the cooling system should be equipped
Cooling at the 6,000-watt dissipation power level re- with an effective air filter, which should be inspected
quires 210 GFM air flow, corresponding to a pressure periodically to assure adequate air flow into the system.
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ELECTRICAL
Filament Operarion-The rated filament voltage for Plate Dissipation-The plate dissipation rating for the
the 4X5000A is 7.5 volts. The actual operating voltage 4X5000A is 5000 watts for most applications, but for
should be maintained within the range from 7.15 to audio and SSB amplifier applications, the maximum
7.85 volts, as measured at the base of the tube. dissipation rating is 6000 watts.
Electrode Dissiparioh Rarings-The maximum dis- In class-AB and class-B amplifiers, the maximum
sipation ratings for the 4X5000A must be respected to plate dissipation does not coincide with maximum power
avoid damage to the tube. An exception is the plate output, but occurs at some lower power level determined
dissipation, which may be permitted to rise above the jointly by the bias voltage and the driving voltage ap-
maximum rating during brief periods, such as may occur plied to the tube. Accordingly, it is advisable to limit
during tuning. the plate dissipation under full power conditions to ap-
®I.id Dissipalion-The grid dissipation can be deter- proximately 70% of the maximum rated plate dissipa-
mined approximately by use of the expression: tion of the tubes used.
Pg, -ecmp `c Screen modulated operation produces maximum plate
where: Pg,=Grid dissipation, watts; dissipation under carrier conditions. The dissipation
ecmp=Peak grid-filament positive voltage, volts; diminishes as the modulation increases.
Ic=D-C grid current, amperes.
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
Cathode: Oxide-Coated, Unipotontial Min. Nom. Max.
TYPICAL OPERATION
RADIoiFREOUENCY LINEAR AMPLIFIER
Two-Tone where peak
Class-ABi ~ Single Sideband :neva°s'u°r:eme::=:ajskac|rc':iatstei,t:feenctyhees:iY:::8:
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MAXIMUM RATINGS
2:i.-!i'::ea, v8'-t€gep,a,. -c.„-en, :
- 2000 MAX. VOLTS Two-Tone D-C Plate Current -
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE -
P*?-TS:reeeB-cvo!::::n c-u,.en-, :
D-C SCREEN VOLTAGE - - 500 MAX. VOLTS D-C Grid.Bias Voltage - - -
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D-C plato currt!nt - - - .'72
D-C PLATE VOLTAGE 2000 MAX. VOLTS D-C Screen Voltage - - 400
D-C SCREEN VOLTAGE 500 MAX. VOLTS D-C Screen Current (Approx)
D-C GRID VOLTAGE -250 MAX. VOLTS D-C Grid-Bias Volta,g® - - -76
Peak Grid-Signal Voltage - 3,
D-C PLATE CURRENT .250 MAX. AMP
Plate-Load Resistance - - 3'50
PLATE DISSIPATION 250 MAX. WATTS Power Output for Tank Circuit
SCREEN DISSIPATION 12 MAX. WATTS Efficiency of 95% - - - loo watts
APPLI[ATloN
MECHANICAL altitude requires equivalent mass air flow for a given
Noun.ing-The 7580 may be mounted in any posi- ambient temperature and therefore requires greater
tion. An Eimac Air-System Socket of the SK-600 series volume at increased back pressure.
or equivalent is recommended. These sockets may be The use of temperature-sensitive laquer is recom-
obtained with or without the r-f screen by-pass capa- mended to determine the effectiveness of a cooling
citor, and with or without the four cathode terminals system under operating conditions.
grounded to the socket shell. A simple Lock-in socket
restricts the flow of cooling air and is not recommended.
55oC AMBIENT
Cooling-The 7580 has an efficient louvered anode
SEA IEVEL 10,000 FEET ALTITUDE
cooler. The maximum allowable temperature for any
external surface is 250°C. Plate Pressure Pr®§Sure
Dissipation Air Flow Drop (lrich®s Air Flow D.op (Inclie.
For long service life at sea level, at an ambient (Watts) (CFM) of wet®r) (CFM) ol w®t®r)
temperature of 25°C and maximum rated anode dissi- 75 I.15 .025 I.8 .036
pation of 250 watts, a m€"€mt4m of 4.6 cfm air should 125 2.3 .09 3.35 .13
flow from tube base through the anode cooler. The 250 6.4 .59 9.3 .86
corresponding pressure drop with the recommended
socket and chimney will be approximately .32 inch
water column. See table for other dissipation levels Yibrdrion and SIIock-The 7580 is designed to with-
and conditions. stand low-frequency vibration of 25 eps, 0.80 inch total
4.6 cfm of air at 25°C is the same as a mass air excursion as outlined in MIL-E-1D, no voltage. It will
flow of 18 pounds per hour. Higher ambient temper- withstand a bump test as described in MIL-E-lD for
ature requires greater air mass and volume. Highei. a hammer angle of 2o°.
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Healer-For maximum life and uniform performance,
which changes the net current to the screen and may
even cause the screen meter to reverse. Normally, sec-
ondary emission is harmless provided the screen volt-
the heater voltage should be maintained within plus
age is stable. To insure stable screen voltage, it is
or minus 5% of the rated 6.0 volts at operating fre-
recommended that a bleeder resistor to pass 15 rna
quencies up to 300 Mc. For CW use between 300 and from screen to ground be used.
400 Mc, 5.75 volts is recommended. For CW use, 400
to 500 Mc, 5.5 volts is recommended.
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Cal'hode-The cathode is connected to the four even- complex and full peak envelope power shown in Typi-
numbered base pins to provide a low-inductance path,
cal Operating Conditions, may be developed without ex-
or permit separation of input and output circuits if
ceeding this plate dissipation. Single-tone testing for
required.
short periods with greater than 250 watts plate dissi-
Rated heater voltage should be applied for 30
pation is permissible,
seconds before other operating voltages are applied.
Heater-to-cathode maximum voltage is ±150 volts.
¥i#`i!!:imoupmerdai:i:FtioT=fr:i::;aeisn.Fearxai[::TnpmouT,ei:
Confr®l Grid-Maximum I.ated d-c bias voltage is ple it is desirable to adjust individual screen or grid-
-250 volts. D-C resistance, grid to cathode, should be bias voltages so the peak plate current for each tube is
no more than loo,000 ohms. equal at the crest of the exciting voltage. Under these
conditions, individual d-c plate currents will be ap-
Screen Grid-Screen dissipation maximum is 12
watts, normally computed by multiplying d-c screen proximately equal for full input signal for class-ABi
voltage by the average screen current. This computa- operation.
tion is essentially correct except in the case of heavy
plate loading when secondary-emission current may :E::ria`cotE!!:cn:'i:Tdi;fi:ij:efee::refdr.t:utsfo::eg7i5:2
mask the normal screen current. here, consult the Power Grid Tube Mai.keting Depart-
All tetrodes, under some conditions of loading and ment, Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., Sam Carlos, California,
drive, will have secondary emission from the screen or any of our regional offices or representatives.
DIMENsloNS IN INCHES
REF. MIN. MAX.
A I.®10 I.9'0
a I.610 DIA. I.640 DIA.
C 30®
D I.417 DIA. I.433 DIA.
E .559 DIA. .573 D'A.
F .255 DIA. •265 D'A.
G .031
H .360
J .187
K .250
L .514 .554
M .035
N .750 .810
P .020
R .'87
S .710 790
T .240 .280
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V I.406 DIA.
W .043 R.
X 22,I/2.
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Z .680 DIA.PC. .69 4 DIA. P. C.
AB .045 DIA. .053 DIA.
AC .068 .loo
AO .456
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The Eimac X2013-B is a quick filament heating, metal-ceramic tetrode intended for
use in portable and mobile transmitters. Power output 3 db down from normal is available
within one second after the application of rated filament voltage. Tube operation in 100
milliseconds can be obtained utilizing a built-in control diode and a minimum amount
of additional circuitry.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
® ELECTRICAL
Control Diode:
Maximum plate resistance
Id = .010 A ,....... 1,200 ohms
f This information applies to a laboratory tube design and is subject to change. No oblig-
ations are assumed as to future manufacture unless otherwise arranged.
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Base ............................... 9 Pin,special
MAXIMUM RATINGS
*Also available with forced air cooled anode rated at 350 watts maximum dissipation.
Note 1: Extreme caution must be taken to insurethat filament overvoltage is not applied
beyond the time at which the cathode reaches operating temperature since the
voltage used is sufficient to destroy the tube. Proper operation will be insured
if overvoltage is removed when control diode anode current<reaches 65% of its
steady state operating value.
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OBJECTIVE DATA
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELECTRICAL
® Heater:
Voltage, nominal (see curves) ............. 2.5V
Current, nominal (Inrush current approximately twice operating current) 10.5 A
Feedback................... 0.02 pF
MECHANICAL
Base.......I................. Special 9-pin
Nominal Dimensions:
Height..................... • 3.50 in.
Seated Height ................... • . 3.00in.
Diameter..................... . . 2.65ir'.
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200
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250V
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Third order lntermodulation Distortion
Fifth order lntermodulation Distortion
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-46 dB
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Zerosignalplatecurrent .... 250 225mA Filamentcurrent . . a . . . ® 10.0 10.0 A
MaxsignalDCplatecurrent . . . 455 37.OmA Warm up time to half power .... 250 250 ms
A 31/2
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C 3
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E .710 .790
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capacitor into the United States,in June o'f 1938, brazed to an end-bell at the opposite lend Of the
the device incorporated a series of concentric capacitor, work into the larger tubes. This con-
rings of varying diameter. This configuration, figuration provides for very effective heat dissi-
novy "universal" for vacuum capacitors, worked pation. With the new design, each section af
well with transmitter designs of that era. How- tubing has its own individual rf path to the end-
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ratings, sometimes beyond the capabinty of other side, up the next ring wall, down again,
ring-into-ring capacitors. and so on. The tube-into-tube design is use-d on
ESTABLISHMENT OF RATINGS
All maximum peak-voltage ratings on the fol- listed on the following data sheets are available
lowing data sheets are for 60-cycle alternating on special order. Heat sink, forced-air, or water
current. All maximum rms current ratings were cooling may be used.
established at a radio frequency of 16 Mc, with
a uniform end-bell and connecting-strap tem- Our application engineers will be pleased to
perature of 100°C. Measurements were made make tests in our laboratory under your specific
using radiation and convection cooling only. No conditions. Requests for application engineering
other cooling was employed in establishing these assistance or further information should be ad-
ratings. dressed to Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., 301 Industrial
Wa.y, Sam Carlos, California, Attn: AppHcation
Higher voltage and current ratings than those Engineering, Power Grid Tube Divison.
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A bake-out of the tube a+ 450° Centigrade and outgassing of the tube elements is necessary when-
ever the exhaust system has been_opened to air or the elements need cleaning. Outgassi.Tg i.s :cc.om-
l'i;he-a--b;--h-;-;ting'+he grid and pla+e +o a dull cher[y red P¥_e.i|her r-f indue+i-on or by direct electron
i ombardrfien+. Re-comm;nded ou.tgassing voltages f-or the loo lG are as follows
Filament outgassing voltage (apbroximt®ly) .... 8 vol+a
Plato outgassing vol+ago ........ BOO vol+i
Plo+o outgassing currant ........ 120 rna
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DI.MENSIONS
FILAMENT
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EITEL-MCCULLOUGIII, INC.
J| S A N C A R L O S . C A L I F O R N I A
The Eimac SK-600 is one of the air-system sockets recommended for use with
those tubes listed at the bottom of this data sheet or other tube types having the
same special nine-pin base. A ceramic SK-606 Air-Chimney is available and is recom-
mended for use with the socket when air-cooled tubes are to be employed.
When this socket is used, c`onnection is made to each of the tube electrodes
except the anode, and to one side of the integral screen-grid by-pass capacitor.
BASE CONNECTIONS
The SK-600 Air-System Socket consists of eight sci.een-grid contact fingers, seven
pin contacting terminals (no contact is made to pin No. 5), a center control-grid ter-
minal, and an integral sci.een by-pass capacitor. The cathode of the tube is connected
to its extei.nal circuits by the four even-numbered base pins which are connected in
parallel to minimize the effects of lead inductance; these contact terminals are in-
sulated from the socket body.
SK-600
SCREEN.G.RIB BY-PASS CAPACITOR
Air.Syslem Socket
Incoxpoi-ated in the socket structui.e is a low induc`tance screen by-pass capaci-
tor, 2700 ± 500 uuf, whic`h provides a shoi.t radio-frequency path to ground. The
capacitoi. contains a silvered-mica dielecti.ic and is 1.ated at 400 volts d-a.
When this socket is mounted on a grounded chassis, one side of the screen-grid by-pass capacitor will auto-
matically be grounded.
The metal shell, or body, of the socket is silver-plated brass. The screen-grid contact fingers and base pin ter-
minals are fabricated of beryllium-copper, heat-treated after forming, then silver-plated. The center control-grid
terminal is silver-plated brass as are the toe clamps which are supplied for mounting purposes.
The socket insulating material, polytrifluorochloroethylene, is chemically inert, non-flammable, will not absorb
water or water vapors, and is not affected by acids or alkalies. It will not react to normal solvents, except in the
case of halogenated compounds which will induce minoi. dimensional changes. Its physical characteristics are
stable ovei. a temperature range of -196°C to +199°C and it is resistant to embrittlement and thermal shock.
3.5 Ounces
NET WEIGHT
INSTALLATION
The SK-600 Air-System Socket can be mounted on chassis decks oi. pal.titions or in coaxial tuning devices
with no modification to the socket. Chassis mounting is accomplished by cutting a 27±" diametei. hole in the chassis
deck oi. partition. The socket is then placed in the hole and held secui.ely by the three toe clamps provided.
If the socket is to be used in a coaxial line, it may be mounted directly on the end of the input line outer con-
ductor.. The socket skirt fits snugly on a lj6" diameter cylinder and four screw holes are provided for fastening
as shown in the outline drawing.
TUBE EXTRACTOR
The SKL604A is a springLsteel device useful for inset.ting and extracting tubes of the type used in the
SK-600 Air-System Socket. It is recommended for use where the construction of the equipment makes it difficult
or impossible to gi.asp the tube by hand or when it is necessary to handle the tubes while they ai.e still hot from
recent use.
THE SK-600 AIRISYSTEM SOCKET IS RECOIVIMENDED FOR USE WITH THE FOLLOWING TUBES:
NOTES:
I -TOLERANCES ARE NOT CUMULATIVE
The Eimac SK-610 is one of the ail.-system sockets recommended for use with
those tubes listed at the bottom of this data sheet or other tube types having the
same special nine-pin base. A ceramic SK-606 Air-Chimney is available and is recom-
mended for use with the socket when ail.-cooled tubes are to be employed.
When this socket is used, connection is made to each of the tube electrodes
except the anode, and to one side of the integral screen-grid by-pass capacitor.
BASE CONNECTIONS
The SK-610 Air-System Socket consists of eight screen-gi.id contact fingers, seven
pin contacting terminals (no contact is made to pin No. 5), a center control-grid ter-
minal, and an integral screen by-pass capacitor. The cathode of the tube is connected
to its external circuits by the four even-numbered base pins which are connected in
parallel to minimize the effects of lead inductance. These tei.minal lugs are connected
dii.ectly to the metal shell of the socket and will automatically be grounded when the
socket is mounted to {i metal ih`ssis.
SK-610
SCREEN.ORID BY-PASS CAPACITOR Air-System Socke.
Incorporated in the socket structure is a low inductance screen by-pass capaci-
tol., 2700 ± 500 uuf , which provides a short radio-frequency path to ground. The
capacitor contains a silvered-mica dielectric and is rated at 400 volts d-c.
When this socket is mounted on a grounded chassis, one side of the screen-grid by-pass capacitor will auto-
® matically be grounded.
The metal shell, or body, of the socket is silver-plated brass. The screen-grid c`ontact fingers and base pin ter-
minals are fabricated of beryllium-copper, heat-treated after forming, then silver-plated. The center control-grid
teiminal is silver-plated brass as are the toe clamps which are supplied for mounting purposes.
The socket insulating material, polytrifluorochloroethylene, is chemically inert, non-flammable, will not absorb
water or water vapors, and is not affected by acids or alkalies. It will not react to normal solvents, except in the
c.ase of halogenated compounds which will induce minor dimensional changes. Its physical characteristics are
stable over a temperature range of -196°C to +199°C and it is resistant to embrittlement and thermal shock.
3.5 Ounces
NET WEIGHT
INSTALLATION
The SK-610 Air-System Socket can be mounted on chassis decks or partitions or in coaxial tuning devices
with no modification to the socket. Chassis mounting is accomplished by cutting a 27{" diametei. hole in the chassis
deck or partition. The socket is then placed in the hole and held securely by the three toe clamps provided.
If the socket is to be used in a coaxial line, it may be mounted directly on the end of the input line outer con-
ductor. The socket skirt fits snugly on a ly8" diameter cylinder and four screw holes are provided for fastening
as shown in the outline drawing.
TUBE EXTRACTOR
The SK-604A is a spring-steel device useful for inserting and extracting tubes of the type used in the
SK-610 Air-System Socket. It is recommended for use whei.e the construction of the equipment makes it difficult
or impossible to grasp the tube by hand or when it is necessary to handle the tubes while they are still hot from
recent use.
THE SK.6lo AIR-SYSTEM SOCKET IS RECOMMENDED FOR USE WITH THE FOLLOWING TUBES:
4X150A/7034 4X250F/7204 4CX250R
4X150D/7035 4CX250B/7203 4W300B
4X150F/7609 4CX250F 7580
4X250B
SCREEN
CAPACITOB
GRID BY-PASS
BEF. MIN.
DIMENSION
MAX.
DATA
MOM.
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A 2.688 0.D. 2.750 0.D.
a .234 .266
C .203 .235
D .125 .157
TOE CLAMP E .844 .906
( 3 SUPPLIED) F .250
G .03lR
H .078
J I.633 I.D. I.645 I.D.
HOLE TO CLEAR K 2.188 0.D. 2.208 0.D.
*6 MACHINE SCREW
L .172 .204
( NOT SUPPLIED) M 89° NOTEi 9|o NOTE i
N 66.50 " 68.50 „
P 21.50 „ 23.50 „
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4 HOLES
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CONNECTIONS
•6-32 NC 2X3/16 DP NQ I SCREEN GF}lD
CONTROL GFtlD 2 CATHODE
CONNECTION " 3 HEATER
" 4 CATHODE
" 5 NO CONNECTION
6 CATHODE
DIMENSIONS " 7 HEATEB_
lN INCHES " 8 CATHODE
BOTTOM VIEW
NOTES:
I -TOLEf]ANCES ARE NOT CUMULATIVE
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magnetically actuated vacuum switches designed for high voltage applica-
tions where a compact, fast-acting vacuum switch is required.
The VS-2 and VS-4 are identical electrically and are intended for
switching radio-frequency circuits at moderate values of current. These
two switches differ only in physical characteristics, the VS-4 being shorter.
GENERAL CH ARACTERISTICS1
ELECTRICAL VS-2 VS-4 VS-6
(Note) Pulse duration less than 2.5 microseconds, pulse repetition rate less than 400 pps.
Pulse train = 0.5 seconds.
MECHANICAL
Coil Data:
12 volt coil 24 volt coil
Part Number ............ 051270 051271
Resistance (nominal) ....... 30 115 ohms
1. Characteristics and operating values are based upon performance tests. These figures may change without notice
as the result of additional data or product refinement. EIMAC Division of Varian should be consulted before using
this information for final equipment design.
EIMAC division of varian / 301 industrial way / sam carlos / california 94070
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\~-'4THE CARE AND FEEDING 0F POWER TETRODE§
I I I I I. . M . C U L I 0 U G H I I N C .
SANBRUNOCALIFORNIA
The information presented herein is based on data believed accur-
ate, but no responsibility is accepted for the successful application
of the systems or principles discussed. Likewise, no responsibility
is assumed for patent infringement, if any, resulting from the
application of this information.
a
THE CARE AND FEEDING 0F POWER TETROD[S
CONTENTS
SECTION PACE
A. lNTRODuCTION - -
I. LAYOUT - - -
I. General - -
(a) Shielding -
(b) Air Cooling
Componen+ Parts
Lead Leng+hs -
Filament Bypassing
Screen Bypassing and Series Screen Tuning
E. LIFE
a i:,, I:::heT@e+TnEer:;urE::c+ro.ns
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -
:
REFERENCES 25
sECTloN A
lNTRODUCTloN
The user of transmitting tubes is no doubt 4. Take abuse (providing it's done intelli-
familiar with the usual r-f circuits built around gently and not with a hammer).
neutralized triodes, and the many considerations
5. Allow designers to build compact, simple,
in layout, circuit design, adjustment, keying,
flexible equipment with the least chance
modulation, and care required to get the best
of spurious interfering radiations.
performance and life for his particular needs. He
probably is not so f amiliar with an accumulation The practical desired results, however, can
of factual experience using the latest designs of not be had unless the design, adjustment and
the four-electrode transmitting tube, the tetrode. operation of the complete equipment are right.
It is the purpose of this application bulletin This recital of some experience with Eimac tet-
to cite some of the experience which has been rodes can not presume to supply the normal skill
had with current and new tetrodes to help users and good techniques necessary to build success-
obtain the full capabilities of the tubes. ful electronic equipment. It may make it easier
Briefly stated these new tubes: by showing layouts, circuit considerations, ad-
1. Have internal feedback coupling reduced justment techniques, and operating values, which
to a very small value. have worked. In many ways the problem is little
2. Permit design of amplifier stages which different from building successful equipment
operate with driving power less than 1 % with triodes.
of output power in most cases, and with
negligible driving power in many audio The bulletin tries to give a general under-
Cases. standing, and clues to understanding, son-e of
3. Operate ef ficiently and with good life at the behavior of circuits using tetrodes. For spe-
audio and radio frequencies, including cific ratings, operating values and information
the VHF region (30 to 300 Mc.) and in on a particular tube type, the technical data sheet
some cases into the UHF region (300 to for the tube type should be studied. It comes with
3000 Mc.). the tube, or may be had for the asking.
Fig. I
at WIFH.
pcLge 1
sECTloN 8
LAYOUT
r+
8-I. ®eheral can readily see several r-i layouts which have
The metallic enclosure in which the tetrode been satisf actory in practice. Note that in all
or tetrodes operate serves the following three cases the tube is mounted vertically with the
purposes : base down, and the socket is mounted flush with
1. Completes the shielding between the out- the deck separating the compartment below the
put (plate circuit) and the input (grid
tube and the compartment above the tube. In all
circuit) .
cases the grid and filament (or cathode termin-
2. It channels the forced cooling air, or
als) are on the base end of the tube and extend
convection air currents, so as to cool the
tube adequately and, incidentally, the into the lower compartment. The plate circuit
associated component parts as well. and plate terminal are in the upper compart-
3. It confines the radio f requency energy ment.
and helps permit selection of the desired
frequency as the only one to be coupled In the case of tubes having metal base shells,
out to the usef ul load circuit. grounding clips should be carried by the bolts
A good example of a suitable enclosure is mounting the socket so as to bring the base shell
shown in Fig 1.
to chassis potential. This completes the shielding
between the output and input circuits since the
B-1l-a. Shielding
base shell of the tube comes up opposite the
By referring to Figs. 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, one screen shield within the tube itself .
Fig. 2
Fig. 4 Fig. 6
Push-pull Ilo Mc. amplifier employing 4-1000A Experimental 950 Mc. doubler final and tripler
tetrodes. Gates Radio Co. Model BF driver employing 4X150A tetrodes. Designed and
3 kw trasmi++er. built by Eitel-Mccullough Laboratories.
By having the tube and circuits in com- be fed back to the input or earlier stages to cause
pletely enclosed compartments and by properly trouble. Energy fed back to the input circuit
filtering incoming supply wires, it is possible to causes undesirable interaction in tuning, or self
prevent the coupling out of radio frequency
energy by means other than the desired output
oscillation. If energy is fed back to the earlier
stages, the trouble may be greater due to the
u
coupling. larger power gain over several stages.
Such filtering prevents the coupling out of The layout I or an audio stage follows simi-
energy which may be radiated promiscuously or lar general arrangements. See Fig. 7.
Fig. 5 Fig. 7
Experimental push-pull parallel I 10 Mc. 3 kw ampli- Experimen+al 500 watt Class-AB, audio amplifier.
tier employing 4X500A te+rodos. Designed and Designed and built by Eitel-Mccullough
bull+ by Ei+el-Mccullough Labora+orios. Laboratories`.
page 3
SECTloN 8
a
partment. The output compartment also has a plying the cooling air to the tube has worked
mesh-covered opening which permits the air to successfully, provided the desired flow is ob-
vent out readily. These arrangements apply tained, and it is to be preferred over methods
whether the tube is cooled by forced air or con- which try to force cooling air transversely across
vection circulated air. If the tube is to be forced- the tube base.
PCL.ge J+
sECTloN 8
Fig ll
page 5
sECTloN 8
8-4. Filament Bypassiilg
Low inductance bypass capacitors should be
used in bypassing the filament. It is good practice
to place one directly between the filament socket
terminals. If the circuit allows it, strap one fila-
ment directly to the chassis, and if not, use a sec-
ond bypass capacitor f ron one terminal to
chassis.
If two or more tubes are in a push-pull or
parallel circuit, one can use a short strap inter-
connecting one of the filament terminals of each
socket, Fig. 14c, g; or the tubes can be bypassed
as in the single tube case, Fig 14b, f . The mid-
Fig l2
point of the inter-connecting strap can be by-
Underside of push-pull mul+i-band r-i amplifier passed or grounded directly.
employing 4-250A tetrodes. Designed and
built by C. F. Bane (W6WB)5.
and the inter-connections from tube to tube in Various screen and filamen+ bypassing
arrangements.
push-pull or parallel arrangements. For a lead to
have low inductance, it must have a large sur-
face and be short in length, as in a strap or a In case separate filament supplies are used,
ribbon. This consideration also applies to that as in individual metering circuits, filament by-
portion of a lead inside of a bypass capacitor. passes as shown in Fig. 14d have been found
satisfactory.
With tubes having a completely isolating
screen cone terminal such as the 4X500A and
4X150A, the general circuit arrangement is
usually different. The filament or cathode should
SCREEN go directly or through bypasses to the cavity wall
or chassis to which the screen terminal is by-
passed. Typical cavities or arrangements are
shown in Figs. 5, 6, 9 and 17. In the case of the
4X150A air system socket, the cathode terminals
are secured to the mounting cup which also
forms one plate of the screen bypass capacitor.
a Fig. 13
quge 6
sECTloN B.C
screen bypass capacitor to go directly from above apply directly to tubes having the screen
screen to one filament terminal. This applies to grid mounted on internal supporting lead rods,
tubes in push-pull as well as single tubes. In the as in the types 4-65A, 4-125A, 4-250A, 4-400A,
VHF region the connection to the screen term- 4X500F and 4-1000A.
inals should be made to the mid-point of a strap The types 4X150A, 4X150G, and 4X500A
placed between the two screen terminals of the have isolating screen cone terminals. These tubes
socket. This provides for equal division of the
seem to work best when the screen bypass capac-
r-f current in the two screen leads and minimizes itor is a flat sandwich type of capacitor (using
the heating effects.
silver coated mica for a dielectric} built directly
Above the self neutralizing frequency of the onto the peripheral screen contacting collet of
tetrode (about 25 Mc. for the 4-1000A and the socket. This arrangement is illustrated in
around 80 Mc. for the 4-125A) the screen bypass Figs. 5, 6, and 17. Provided the screen contacting
capacitors are usually variable capacitors. (See collets do not introduce appreciable inductance,
section D-2 "Neutralization"). The variable it has been found that capacitors having values
capacitors are placed in the circuit at the same of about 800 micro-microfarads or greater are
location as the bypass capacitors. Care should suitable for VHF and UHF frequencies. At lower
be taken to keep the inductance of the leads low. frequencies the usual bypass capacitor values of
The information in Fig. 14 and paragraphs about .001 to .003 mfd are suitable.
CIRCUIT CONSIDERATIONS
I
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IIIIIIE
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class AB] are possible. Thus, the tube requires ODOD /Vfi 5(VfiI0VRl5VRl5
page 7
SECTION C
VHF circuits appear very simple and clean C-2. Bypassing, Filrerihg. Screening
as shown in Figs. 3, 4, and 5. Care in bypassing
Essentially the requirements for confining
and neutralizing (if required) is very important. the r-I energy to the desired circuits by bypass-
For details see Sections 8-4, 8-5 and D-2. A ing, filtering, and screening are the same with
typical schematic circuit is shown in Fig. 16. An tetrode power amplifiers as with triode amplifiers.
understanding of transmission line circuits is See section 8-1, 4, 5 and D-2 for discussion of
helpful though no more necessary in tetrode cir- best arrangements.
cuits than triode circuits.
C13. Power supply consideration
-
In general, power supply problems for the
4-125A plate and grid are the same as f or the triode
.00 0' ,, F\F'Ce.'1I_ITcrylSJJH +Ec25JJli
amplifier. The need for screen voltage introduces
some new considerations and provides some new
500J|-Ec RFC+EBB
possibilities.
±c4l Voltage I or the screen grid of a power tet-
!EF
00
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rode can readily be taken from the power supply
used for the plate of the tube. In this case a
5A series resistor, or potential dividing resistor, is
chosen so that with the intended screen current
the voltage drop through the resistor is adequate
to give the desired screen voltage. It is, of course,
Fig. 16
possible to take the screen voltage from a low
Screen-tuning neu+ralization circui+ for use above voltage supply, I requently using one already
loo Mc. with 4-125A +etrode.
available in the equipment. There is considerable
latitude so that an available voltage can be used.
Sometimes a combination might be employed
Some tetrodes are able to operate well into
where a dropping resistor is used in conjunction
the UHF region, and coaxial type cavity circuits with a low voltage or intermediate voltage sup-
are normally employed. In general, microwave ply. Frequently a combination of series resistor
and cavity techniques apply to the cavity con- and voltage source can be chosen so that the
struction. As indicated in Fig. 17, screen bypass- rated screen dissipation will not be exceeded re-
ing is introduced as part of the cavity construc- gardless of the variations in screen current. With
tion. a fixed screen supply, there are advantages in
using an appreciable amount of fixed grid bias so
as to provide protection against loss of excita-
tion, or for cases where the driver staLge is being
keyed.
If the screen voltage is taken through a
dropping resistor f rom the plate supply, there is
usually little point in using a fixed grid bias be-
cause an unreasonable amount would be required
to protect the tube if the excitation failed. When
a screen dropping resistor is used, most of the
bias is normally supplied through a grid resistor
and other means are used for tube protection.
Under operating conditions with normal
screen voltage the cut-off bias is low (about 1/5
the screen voltage). When a stage loses excita-
tion and runs statically, the screen current I alls
close to zero. (See static curves of tube in ques-
tion.) If the screen voltage is obtained through
a simple dropping resistor from the plate supply,
the screen voltage will then rise close to full plate
voltage. Because the cut-off bias required is pro-
portional to the screen voltage, the grid bias re-
quired will be much greater than the amount of
Fig- 17
bias desired under normal operating conditions.
For further discussion see C-4 ``Protection" and
Schematic cavi+y sec+ion of 1250 Mc., amplifier
employing 4X150G +e+rode.
C-5 „Keying".
page 8
SECTION C
raised or lowered, the screen voltage rises or falls |o,, ®' ^n,eon,Screen Sc,®en Grid Notbihg
Loading Curr®n+ Cul.,®nt Cu,,,I, R®quired
also and the plate current will I ollow. Alter- Re'.y R®l.y R.I.y
Exc®.. ^nt®nn. Screen Under- P'®t® Current Pla'® Cur,en,
natively, the sceen supply could be separate but loading Cu,,antRel.y Cur,ontR®Iey Rel.y R.I.y
with large series resistance to give poor regula- F,ilu,a o' Plate Screen Sc,®en G,id Nott,ing
Cur,®n' Curr®n, Required
tion, and the changes in screen current would Supply
R®'.y
Cu,,®n+
Re'®y R®ldy
necessary to have the plate current proportional i.ilur® o{ Grid Pld+e Curr.nt Pl,,e Cu,,®I,,
k®yod d,i;®',
Power level adiuitable by
ch.nging pl.t® volt.g®.
page 9
SECTION C
i
G8lD LEAKiE- r-i bypass capacitor, or by introducing a small
amount of fixed bias on the tetrode between the
grid resistor and the tetrode grid. These pro-
cedures are usually not required. In fact, the
static plate current gives a desirable bleeder ac-
tion for the plate supply.
Fig. 21 shows a method of keying a tetrode
Fig. 20
r-f power amplifier where the low voltage
Screen voltage control circuit for exciter [oying power supply for the screen of the tetrode and
or protection against loss of excitation wllon
supplying screen from high voltage source
for the plate and screen of the driver stage is
quge 10
SECTION C
keyed directly. The circuit is described by It is interesting to note that in all three
Ballou2, ]]. This permits keying in a relatively cases the screen of the tetrode tube supplies the
low voltage, low current circuit. The key click necessary audio power. During the portion of
filter capacitor, resistor, and choke are simple the modulation cycle when the plate voltage is
and assure positive control of the keying wave increased, the screen current decreases. If the
shape.
screen is supplied through an impedance such as
the screen dropping resistor, or modulation
C-6. Modu[arihg
choke, the voltage drop in this series impedance
A tetrode r-f amplifier can be amplitude becomes less and the screen voltage rises in the
modulated in all the usual ways: plate modula-
desired manner. On the other part of the modula-
tion, screen modulation, grid modulation, or
tion cycle when the plate voltage is decreased,
cathode modulation. Of these, plate modulation
the screen current increases causing a greater
is the type most extensively used, and a discus-
sion of several simple methods of obtaining sim- voltage drop in the screen series impedance, thus
ultaneous modulation of the screen will be lowering the voltage on the screen of the tube.
helpful in this respect.
It will be noted that in the plate circuit as
the plate voltage increases, the plate current in-
--:----_-
creases, which requires power to be supplied
from the audio modulator. In the screen circuit
however, as the screen voltage increases, the
screen current decreases. This corresponds to
`J audio power being supplied I ron the tetrode
and d-c screen voltage source, and delivered to
the dropping resistor or series impedance. In the
Fig. 22
case of the modulation transformer the power is
supplied back to the audio source. In all cases,
Basic high-level-modulating circuits for to+rodes.
this power is a few per cent of the plate power
input to the tube and is therefore negligible.
Fig. 22 shows three of the basic plate modu-
lation (or high level modulating) circuits, and Where modulation voltage appears on an
Fig. 15 shows a complete schematic involving a electrode of a tube, the r-f bypass capacitor of
plate modulated r-f amplifier and the audio this electrode should be kept to about .002 mmfd
modulator stage, using a pair of 4-250A tetrodes or less in order to avoid bypassing high modula-
to modulate a pair of 4-250A tetrodes. tion f requencies.
In plate modulation it is necessary to intro-
In grid modulation or screen modulation,
duce not only amplitude modulation of the plate
voltage, but also to develop about 70% ampli- where 100% modulation capabilities are desired,
tude modulation of the screen voltage of the tube the tube efficiency under carrier conditions is
as well, for 100C/a carrier modulation. Modula- about half that expected in the r-f amplifier when
tion of the screen voltage carl be developed in one plate (high level) modulation is used. This
of the following three ways: efficiency is usually on the order of 35% and thus
1. By supplying the screen voltage through grid or screen modulation is not used unless there
a dropping resistor connected to the un- is a desire to save on the physical size of the
modulated d-c plate supply. modulation source.
2. When a low voltage fixed screen supply
is used, a modulation choke is placed in When grid modulation is used, the screen
series with the supply. In the case of voltage and grid bias must be taken f rom sources
voice modulation this is about a 10 with good regulation. This usually means a sep-
henry choke. arate low voltage power supply source. In the
3. A third winding on the modulation trams- case of screen modulation, the grid bias should
I ormer designed to develop the required be taken from a grid leak bias resistor. The pro-
screen modulation voltage. cedure in screen modulation is otherwise similar
quge 11
sECTloN C-D
to the standard procedure Qf modulating with an carrier condition which will permit 10097rt ampli-
electrode other than the plate. The r-f amplifier tude modulation. Under these conditions the
is adjusted to good class-C operating conditions, unmodulated carrier power is about I/3 that of
and then the grid bias is increased, or the screen the corresponding unmodulated class-C ampli-
voltage is reduced, until the output antenna cur- fier. The grid bias or screen voltage can then be
rent falls to half its former value. This gives a modulated up and down about this carrier point.
D-1 Stabilizing the Amplifier 3. The circuit supporting the self oscilla-
At this point it is assumed that the ampli- tion must be determined and altered so
f ier has been built, supply and control circuits that such oscillations cannot exist, and
tested out, the filament voltage checked at the without disturbing the performance on
tube sockets, air cooling is correct, and the grid the normal frequency of the amplifier.
and plate circuits resonate at the desired fre- The subject of parasitic oscillations in am-
quency. The next step is to apply voltage to the plifiers has been well covered in the literature,
amplifier and test for stability. and the following references will be helpful:
Mix3, Fy|er4, Bane5.
D-I-a. Testing for parasilic oscillalions
In the case of the tetrode r-f power ampli- D-llb. Correction of parasitic oscillalioh
fier, it will be necessary to investigate not only The usual self oscillations in r-f power am-
for the possibility of self oscillation, but lack of plifiers have been found to f all in the following
A feedback on the fundamental frequency. The
basic steps of checking for self oscillation are
three classes :
1. Oscillation at a VHF frequency from
three fold: about 40 to 150 Mc., regardless of the
normal frequency of the amplifier.
1. The amplifier should be operated without 2. Self oscillation on the fundamental fre-
r-f excitation and without fixed grid bias,
quency of the amplifier.
with light loading and with low voltages 3. Oscillation at a low radio frequency be-
applied to the screen and plate. The volt- low the normal frequency of the ampli-
age should be high enough to develop fier.
full plate dissipation, however. For this The low frequency oscillation in an ampli-
test grid leak bias should be used. If the fier usually involves the r-f chokes, especially
screen and plate voltage supplies can- when chokes are used in both the output and in-
not be adjusted directly to low voltages, put circuits. Because the possible f eedback
suitable series resistance should be used, coupling in a tetrode is negligible at such low
either in series with the rectifier out- frequencies, this type of oscillation due to feed-
put or transformer primary so that the back through the tube is generally not found in
voltages developed at the tube will be the tetrodes under discussion.
low. (Simple light bulbs of the right size Oscillation near the fundamental f requency,
will serve as resistors in series with the if it occurs, involves the normal resonant cir-
primary of the rectifier transformers.) cuits, and brings up the question of neutralizing
The r-f circuits should be tuned off reso- the r-f power amplifier. This general subject is
nance to see if self oscillation of the am- discussed thoroughly under "Neutralization"
section D-2.
plifier can be started. The presence of
any current on the grid milliameter In case a parasitic self oscillation is found
means that self oscillation is present. on a very high frequency, the inter-connecting
leads of the tube, the tuning capacitor and by pass
2. By means of a wave meter the frequency capacitors are involved. This type of oscillation
of self oscillation of the r-i power ampli- does not usually occur when the power ampli-
fier is found. fier is designed for operation in the VHF region
pcLge 12
sECTloN D
and where the r-f circuits external to the tube The following table lists the usual frequency
have negligibly small tuning capacitors. With- around which the VHF parasitic may occur with
out tuning capacitors the highest-frequency os- usual circuit lead lengths:
cillating circuit possible is then the fundamental 4-1000A • 90-110-Mc.
and there would be no higher frequency circuit 4X500F . 130-145Mc.
available for the parasitic. (The only exception 4X500A Approx. 225 Mc.
would be where higher order modes of line cir- 4-400A . 130-150Mc.
cuits might provide a parasitic circuit. However, 4-250A . 130-150Mc.
little trouble has been found in this respect.) 4-125A . 130-145Mc.
4-65A . 130-170Mc.
-
The tube capacitances help form the tuned-plate
tuned-grid oscillation circuits. The circuit is in- quency.
dicated by the heavy lines in Fig. 23.
There are several straight-forward ways to
suppress the VHF parasitic oscillation. In gen-
ur
C&
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2. By the use of small parasitic chokes in In the case of an audio amplifier employing
the plate lead. See Fig. 24. The size of tetrodes, small non-inductive resistors of about
this coil will vary considerably depend- 100 ohms resistance should be placed in series
ing upon the tube and the circuit layout, with the plate, and possibly the grid as well, in
and may run from about 4 to 10 turns of case self oscillation of the amplifier occurs in the
about a 1/2 " diameter. Apparently, the very high frequency portion of the r-f spectrum.
Should the audio or d-c voltage drop in the re-
presence of this choke in the frequency
sistor be objectionable, it can be shunted with a
determining part of the circuit lowers
small coil.
the frequency of a possible VHF para-
sitic so that it falls near the self neutral-
izing frequency of the tube and bypass D-2. Neutralization
leads. (See D-2-b ``Analysis of Neutral- Whether or not a tetrode should be neutral-
izing Circuits.") In addition to varying ized seems to be an open question. As stated
the size of the suppressor choke, the previously, the feedback within tetrodes is a very
amount of inductance common to the small fraction of the feedback present in triodes.
screen and filament in the filament In a great many cases the isolation provided by a
tetrode is enough so that there is no need to use
grounding strap may be a factor. This any neutralization to counteract the negligible
can be varied simultaneously with the
feedback. This applies to all low frequency I-f
suppressor choke. amplifiers. Whether or not neutralization should
Of the two methods indicated above for sup- be used in the HF, the VHF and UHF regions de-
pressing VHF parasitic oscillations, the first one pends entirely upon the particular tube type, the
i's probably the simpler to use and has been Operating conditions and the desired isolation of
widely employed. No detailed study has been output and input circuits. In the case of tubes
having isolating screen cone terminals, as for in-
made of the circuits involved in the second
stance the 4X150A and 4X150G, no neutraliza-
method, but the method has been used success-
tion has been found necessary up through their
fully as indicated by Mix3 and Bane5. A further
highest useful amplifier frequency, approximate-
discussion of the theory believed active in the
ly 500 Mc. and 1000 Mc. respectively. In the case
second case is given under section D-2 "Neutral-
of the 4X500A, also employing the isolating
ization".
screen cone terminal, it is occasionally found de-
The procedure of checking for self oscilla- sirable to use neutralization at loo Mc., though
tion in an r-f power amplifier described above this is frequently not necessary. In the case of
in section D-1 will normally show up most trou- tetrodes having internal screen support lead rods,
ble and allow for its correction. If, however, such as the 4-125A and 4-250A types, the need to
the correction is marginal it may sometimes employ neutralization in the IIF region may be
happen that under operating conditions the self
found in amplifiers operating with high power
oscillation will be triggered off . The oscillation gain and high plate voltages, if complete isola-
tion of output and input circuits is desired. Fre-
may occur only on the peaks of amplitude modu-
lation or on keying surges. By observing the r-f quently it is not necessary.
envelope on a cathode ray oscilloscope, the oscil- At frequencies below the VHF region, neu-
lation can usually be seen. The trouble can be tralization usually employs a capacitance bridge
fully eliminated by pursuing further the correc- circuit to balance out the feedback due to the
tive procedures outlined under D-1-b above. residual plate to grid capacitance. This assumes
that the screen is well bypassed to ground and
A more difficult self oscillation to locate is
so provides the expected screening action. In the
one occurring on a harmonic of the fundamental
VHF and UHF regions the screen is not necessar-
f requency and occurring only when the stage is ily at r-i ground potential and the neutralizing
operating. It will show up when testing for the circuit becomes more involved. For suitable VHF
presence of abnormal power in the harmonies circuits and simple explanation, see Section
under operating conditions. D-2-b "Analysis of Neutralizing Circuits".
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If neutralization on the i undamental fre- tance bridge showing clearly the grid neutraliza-
quency below the VHF region is found desirable, tion circuit. See Fig. 26b. Balance is had when
normal cross-neutralization of push-pull ampli- Cn Cgp
fiers is simplest. The neutralizing capacitors are C Cgf where cgp is the feedback capaci-
small and each capacitor need only be a wire tance grid to plate of the tetrode, and Cgf is the
connected to each side of the grid circuit, brought total input capacitance, including tube and stray
through the chassis deck, and allowed to "look" capacitance.
at the plate of the tube on the opposite half of
the circuit. This is illustrated in Fig. 2. The wire (a) C
or rod can be 1/2 "to 1" away from the glass, and
by adjusting its length or spacing the last trace
of coupling can be eliminated from the amplifier. _I\1
A simple insulating collet mounted on the chassis
deck will support the wire or rod and allow it to Iceus) .n *^`.A.c\i
be adjusted.
In the case of a single-ended stage, either a
push-pull output or a push-pull input circuit can C,p
be used to provide the out-of-phase voltage neces-
sary for neutralization. Because of the low volt-
age and the small size of the r-I input circuit, it cq,
is usually simpler to make the input circuit push-
pull, and the circuit becomes a "grid neutraliza-
tion" circuit. See Fig. 25. The neutralizing
Fig. 26
capacitor, Cn, is again very small and similar to
Single-ended grid neutralization described by Bruene6.
those described above under cross-neutralization.
a) Basic Circuit. b) Arranged as
To maintain the balance of the input circuit while capacitance bridge.
tuning, it is desirable to have a padding capaci-
tor, Ci, equal in size to the input capacitance of
the tetrode. Single-ended amplifiers can also be neutral-
RrOutput
ized by taking the plate circuit a small amount
off ground as was done in the single-ended grid
neutralizing scheme, and by using the tube ca-
pacitances as part of the bridge circuit. This
method has been described by Hultberg7.
3 I±Ic,,T
Cp€
Cn
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circuit by the internal tube capacitances plate to manner, generating r-f power in the plate circuit.
a grid, Cpg, and screen to grid, Csg. It will then be incorrect to adjust for zero power
in the plate circuit.)
As an indicator of neutralization adjust-
ment, one can use either a sensitive r-I meter
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ibe11 EprK
7/Cc§
L._--+I
S
When the tube is operated below the self izing capacitor) is connected to the grid of the
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+0
i
P Ep
zero impedance for the VHF parasitic frequency
between the point in the grid circuit where the
neutralizing capacitor is connected and the
chassis.
Cop/
D-3. Properly Adiustihg Excilatioh and Lcadihg
In adjusting an r-f amplifier for proper ex-
citation and proper loading, it will be noticed
that the procedure is different, depending upon
whether the screen voltage is taken from a fixed
S- -E
1 ---S
supply or a dropping resistor supply with poor
regulation.
In the case where both the screen supply and
grid bias are from fixed sources with good regu-
1ation, the plate current is almost entirely con-
Fig. 33
trolled by the r-f excitation. One should first
vary the excitation until the desired plate cur-
Componen+s of outpu+ vol+age of a +etrode neu-
tralized by adding indue+ance common +o screen
rent flows. The loading is then varied until the
and cathode return. maximum power output is obtained. Following
these adjustments the excitation is then trimmed
along with the loading until the desired control
The circuit arrangement is plotted with
grid, and screen grid currents are had.
components of plate voltage in Fig. 33. The grid In the case of an r-I amplifier where both
is shown below the zero voltage or chassis poten-
the screen and grid bias are taken I ron sources
tial, indicating that the voltage developed in the
with poor regulation, the stage will handle very
total screen lead inductance to chassis is excess-
much like the triode r-f power amplifier. The
ive. If now the filament is tapped up on this in-
plate current will be adjusted principally by
ductance, a point can be found where the voltage
varying the loading, and the excitation will be
cliff erence between grid and filament is zero as
trimmed to give the desired control grid current.
far as the components of plate voltage are con-
In this case the screen current will be almost
cerned. The arrangement will be found to self
entirely set by the choice of the dropping re-
neutralize at a higher frequency than if the fila-
sistor. It will be found that excitation and load-
ment and screen were separately bypassed to
ing will vary the screen voltage considerably and
chassis.
these should be trimmed to give about the nor-
It has been f ound in tubes, such as the mal screen voltage.
4-65A, 4-125A, 4-250A, 4-400A and 4-1000A,
that the usual VHF parasitic is higher in fre- D-4. Opera.ing voltages and currents for
Various Applicaliorls
quency than the normal self neutralizing fre-
quency of the tube. Thus, by increasing the self Probably the simplest way to get an idea of
neutralizing frequency of the tube and screen by- the capabilities of the tube, and the voltages and
pass arrangement, the tendency of the VHF par- currents to be used on the various electrodes, is
asitic to occur is reduced. to refer to the technical data sheet f or that tube
If now the frequency of the VHF parasitic type. A number of typical operating conditions
is reduced by increasing the inductance of the are given for various classes of service. A great
plate lead (presuming this is the principle fre- many other operating conditions are possible,
quency defining circuit), it can be made to ap- but these particular ones are usually selected to
proach the self neutralizing frequency of the tube show the maximum capabilities of the tube for
and so suppress the parasitic. different plate voltages. At no time should the
It is interesting to note that the later addi- maximum ratings for that class of service be
tion of cross-neutralization for the fundamenal exceeded.
HF or LF frequency should not disturb this VHF As long as none of the maximum ratings of
neutralization provided the fundamental neutral- the tube are exceeded, a wide choice of voltages
izing circuit involves only voltages of the lower on the plate, screen, or grid, and a wide range of
or f undamental frequency. plate current values is available. In general it
In its purest form this might mean having will be found that f or efficient operation the
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ratios of d-c grid current, d-c screen current, d-c with the socket location, the circuit requires ad-
plate current should be kept somewhere near the justment. If appreciable unbalance is associated
ratios indicated on the data sheet. Thus, if 1/2 or with the tubes, it is possible that one tube is not
2/3 of the indicated plate current is to be used, normal and should be investigated further.
the d-c grid current and d-c screen current The basic indicators of balance are the plate
should be approximately 1/2 or % of the values current per tube and the plate dissipation of
indicated on the data sheet. each tube. It is assumed that the circuit
For those interested in estimating tube per- applies the same d-c plate voltage, d-c screen
formance f ron the characteristic curves of the voltage, and d-c grid bias to each tube f rom com-
tube, two application bulletins are avaliable9 10. mom supplies. Also, it is assumed that the plate
These application bulletins describe simple circuit is mechanically and electrically symmet-
means of calculating or estimating from charac- rical or approximately §o to begin with.
teristic curves the performance of tubes as class- Unbalance in a push-pull r-f amplifier is
C r-f amplifiers. usually caused by unequal r-f voltages applied to
In ref erring to the characteristic curves of the grids of the tubes, or by the r-f plate circuit
a tube, it should be recognized that these curves applying unequal r-f voltages to the plates of the
are typical of a normal tube. As in all manufac- tubes. The r-f grid excitation should first be
tured products, some tolerance is allowed. In balanced until equal d-c plate currents flow in
general, the currents indicated will be within each tube. Then the r-f plate circuit should be
plus or minus 1097o of the values shown. balanced until equal plate dissipation appears
D-5. Effecl of Different screen voltages on each tube.
Typical operating values for a tetrode for The balance of plate current is a more im-
a particular value of screen voltage are given on portant criterion than equality of screen current
the published data sheet. The screen voltage is or gI.id current. This results from the fact that
not critical and the value used has been chosen tubes are more uniform in the plate current
as a convenient value consistent with low driv- characteristics, and also that the screen current
ing power and reasonable screen dissipation. If is very sensitive to lack of voltage balance in
lower values of screen voltage are used, more the r-f plate circuit.
driving power will be required on the grid to Once the d-c plate currents per tube have
obtain the same plate current. If higher values been made equal by adjusting the r-f grid cir-
of screen voltage are used less driving power cuit, the r-f plate circuit can be adjusted to give
will be required. Thus, high power gain equal plate dissipations, as noted. Or, if the
can be had provided the circuit has adequate tubes have equal screen current characteristics,
stability. Care should be observed that the screen the r-f plate circuit could be balanced until equal
dissipation limit is not exceeded. The value of screen currents result. If the tubes differ some-
screen voltage can be chosen to suit available what in screen current characteristics, and the
circuit has common d-c supply voltages, the final
power supplies or amplifier conditions.
For a method of altering the coordinate and trimming of the plate circuit balance could be
curve scales of the tube curves to obtain a set of made by interchanging tubes and adjusting the
curves for another screen voltage, see page 5 of circuit to give the same screen current for each
the Eimac 4-65A Technical Data Sheetll. tube regardless of its location.
It should be noted that the d-c grid current
D-6. Balance of push-Pull Amplifiers has not been used as an indicator of balance of
In a push-pull r-f amplifier lack of balance the r-f power amplifier. It is probable that after
of plate circuit or plate dissipation is usually due following the above procedure the grid currents
to lack of symmetry in the r-f circuit. Normally, will be f airly well balanced, but in itself it is not
the tetrodes are similar enough that such un- a safe indicator of balance of grid excitation.
balance is not associated with the tube and its In audio power amplifiers operating in
characteristics. This point can readily be checked Class-AB, or Class-A82, the idle d-c plate current
by interchanging the tubes in the sockets (pro- per tube should be balanced by separate bias ad-
vided both tubes have the d-c voltages to plate, justments for each tube. In many cases some
screen, and grid in common) and seeing whether lack of balance of the plate currents will have
the unbalanced condition remains with the socket negligible effect on the overall performance of
location or moves with the tubes. If it remains the amplifier.
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When tubes are operating in the idle posi- tetrodes have negligible feedback, the efficiency
tion close to cut-off , operation is in a region of a harmonic amplifier is usually up to expected
where the plate current cannot be held to a close efficiencies.
percentage tolerance. At this point the action of Also, the high amplification factor of a tet-
the positive screen and plate voltages is in rode causes the plate voltage to have little effect
delicate balance with the opposing negative grid on the flow of plate current, and it is easier to
voltage. The state of balance is indicated by the obtain plate pulses with high harmonic energies
plate current. Very minor variations of indi- without using excessive grid basis. A well de-
vidual grid wires or diameter of grid wires upset signed tetrode also permits large r-f voltages to
the balance, and it is practically impossible to be developed in the plate circuit while still pass-
control such minor variations in manufacture. ing high peaks of plate current in the r-f pulse.
In many audio amplifier applications, especially These two f actors help further to increase the
where the larger power tetrodes are used, the plate efficiency.
circuit should be designed to permit the bias to In r-f amplifiers operating either on the
be adjusted individually on the tubes. fundamental or a desired harmonic frequency,
D17. Harmohic Amplifiers and control
the control of unwanted harmonies is very im-
of Harmohics portant. The subject is well covered in the litera-
The use of power tetrodes to give good effi- ture discussing the reduction of interference with
ciency in harmonic amplifiers and to control the television receivers. The following steps permit
reduction of the unwanted harmonic energies
presence of unwanted harmonics in the output
circuit is inherently sound. Because of the shield- present in the output circuit:
ing built into the tetrode, the coupling between 1. The circuit impedance between plate and
the output and input circuits( and the input and cathode should be very low for the high
harmonic frequencies. Usually this is ob-
output circuits) has been reduced to a negligibly tained by having some or all of the tun-
small value. (To estimate harmonic amplifier ing capacitance of the resonant circuit
performance see Brown]2 and the Eimac applica- close to the tube.
tion bulletin "Tube Performance Computor"10. ) 2. Complete shielding of the output com-
A pulse of plate current delivered by the partment.
tube to the output circuit contains energy on 3. The use of inductive output coupling
the fundamental and most harmonic frequencies. from the resonant plate circuit and pos-
sibly a capacitive or Faraday shield be-
The output plate circuit resonance, coupling, and
tween the coupling coil and the tank coil,
shielding must be designed to select the desired or a high f requency attenuating circuit
frequency and avoid radiation of the undesired such as a pi, or pi-L net.
frequencies. 4. The use of low pass filters for all supply
It is not generally appreciated that the pulse leads and wires coming into the output
of grid current also contains energy on the bar- and input compartments.
monic frequencies and control of these harmonic 5. The use of resonant traps for particular
energies may be quite important. The ability of frequencies.
the tetrode to isolate the output circuit from the
DI8. Driving power Requiremen.s
input circuit over a very wide range of frequen-
cies is important in avoiding feed-through of The technical data sheet for a particular tube
harmonic voltages from the grid circuit. An im- gives the approximate driving power required.
portant part of this shielding is the f act that For radio frequencies below the VHF region, the
properly designed tetrodes permit the construe- driving powers are obtained by calculation and
tion of complete shielding in the amplifier layout confirmed by direct tests. The listed driving
so that coupling external to the tube is also power gives the total power taken by the tube
prevented. grid and the bias circuit. This driving power
It has been f ound that the plate circuit effi- figure does not allow for losses in the r-f resonant
ciency of tetrode harmonic amplifiers is quite circuit since such losses depend principally on
high. In triode amplifiers, if feed-back of the the design of that circuit. The circuit losses can
output harmonic f requency occurs, the phase of be kept to a low value by proper design. Some
the voltage fed back is usually such as to reduce allowance for them must be made, however, in
the harmonic content of the plate pulse, and determining the total driving power to be sup-
thereby lower the plate circuit efficiency. Since plied by the driver stage.
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ll IIi
E-I. Maximum Tube Ralihgs. reprint on Vacuum Tube Ratings is availablel3.
The technical data sheet for each tube type In general, the tube ratings are so chosen
gives the basic maximum ratings for each class that operation within the ratings will give a
of service. Also on the technical data sheet will minimum of 1000 hours of guaranteed life. The
be found references to cooling €iir and maximum typical life expectancy is therefore considerably
temperature, and mechanical c!onsiderations as greater and ivill depend upon a great many f ac-
they may affect life. Careful observance of the tors, some of which are discussed below. In
information on the data sheet will avoid damage general, operation below the maximum ratings
to the tube and shortening of its useful life. A will increase the life expectancy of the tube. This
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is especially true with reduction in the plate dig- If the tubes are to become a part of a VHF
sipation of the tube. Very roughly speaking, the line circuit or cavity UHF circuit, the inductance
life expectancy will go up directly as the plate associated with the electrode supports and leads
dissipation and total watts being handled by the must be reduced to a very small value. In the
tube go down. case of the 4X150A, 4X150G, and 4X500A, some
If tubes are to be used in pulse service with of the electrode leads and supports take the form
short pulses and appreciable off-time between of large surfaces, conical or cylindrical in shape,
pulses, the tube ratings are quite different. For and extremely short. This means that the
information and assistance on pulse application amount of heat conducted out through the metal-
write to the Field Engineering Department of to-glass seals is greatly increased. It also means
Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., Sam Bruno, California, or that the terminal connections of the tube are
refer to Application Bulletin No. 3 ``Pulse Serv- large surf aces with relatively thin walls.
ice Notes"14. The mechanical layout of sockets, connec-
tions, and circuits close to the tube must allow
E-2. Ccolirlg ample cooling air to be blown against the tube
Adequate cooling of the tube envelope and seals and surfaces. Also ample contacting surface
metal-to-glass seals is one of the principle factors to carry the heavy radio f requency charging cur-
affecting tube life. Deteriorating effects increase rents must be provided. Since these two require-
directly with the temperature of the tube envel- ments may tend to conflict, considerable thought
ope and seals. The technical data sheet for the must be given to an adequate layout.
particular tube type should be studied thor-
oughly with reference to the air cooling require- E-3-a. Cohneclors
ments. Even if no air cooling is specified, ample Where the tube terminals are large cylindri-
f ree space f or circulation of air around the tube cal surfaces, the contacting portions of the socket
is required or else some air must be forced past are either spring collets or a multiplicity of
the tube. spring fingers. Usually these multiple contacting
Ecocess cooling air wi,lL hone only beneficial surfaces are made of beryllium copper to pre-
results and incLdequate cooling al,r ±s cLLmost ceT- serve the spring tension at the relative high
toil to i"vi,te premature fculure of the tube. temperatures present on tube terminals and are
Tubes operated in the VHF and UHF region silver plated to reduce r-f resistance.
are inherently subjected to greater heating action Rigid clamping connectors should be avoided
than tubes operated at lower frequencies. This even though the radius of the curvature seems to
results directly f rom the flow of larger r-i charg- be close to that of the cylindrical contacting sur-
ing currents into the tube capacitances, dielectric face of the tube. It has been found that such
losses, and a tendency for electrons to bombard rigid clamping connectors will distort the tube
parts of the tube structure other than the normal terminal and fracture the adjacent metal-to-glass
grid and plate. See section E-3 for a discussion seal. Similarly set screw connecting devices are
of "VHF and UHF Life Considerations." Greater questionable on large cylindrical tube terminals
cooling air is therefore required at these higher unless they act to distribute the pressure uni-
f requencies. For tubes designed to operate in the formly and without any distorting effects.
VHF and UHF region, such as the Eimac tet- If the connectors fail to provide multiple
rodes, the cooling air is specified for the normal contacts to the cylindrical tube seals, concentra-
top f requencies of the tube. tion of r-f charging current will result and the
overheating may be destructive. Once the con-
E-3. VHF and VHF Life consideraTions
nector loses its spring action the heating is
A tube designed for VHF and UHF work
aggravated and damage to the tube is very apt to
must have very small size if practical resonant
occur. All tube connectors should be inspected
circuits are to be built around them. Further-
and serviced regularly to be sure that uniform,
more, these tubes operate less efficiently and
good contact to the tube results.
have much greater incidental losses than at
lower f requency. For these reasons, the power E-3-b. Tube Temperalures
which must be dissipated from the electrodes Forced air cooling of the seals and tube
and tube envelope seals is very much greater per envelope, as well as of an external anode, is im-
unit of area than for tubes designed solely for perative. Both air flow and maximum tempera-
low f requency. tul`es are given on the data sheets and both
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should be measured to be certain that ample air always operate with heavy loading (low external
and cooling results. The problem of making plate impedance) so that the minimum instan-
temperature measurements under these condi- taneous value of plate voltage shall stay suffi-
tions is severe. The most practical technique has ciently positive to continue accelerating electrons
been to use a very light spray of very thin tem- to the anode. For this reason best life is had
perature indicating paint, such as Tempilaq- when the tetrode amplifier is heavily loaded as
made by the Tempil Corporation, 132 West 22nd indicated by having small values of d-c screen
Street, New York 11, N. Y. By using an ex- and d-c control grid current.
tremely thin spray and not covering solidly, a NEVER OPERATE WITH LIGHT PLATE
temperature gradient across the indicating paint LOADING. If the plate load is removed so that
due to the action of the cooling air will be the minimum instantaneous plate voltage tends
avoided. to fall to values around cathode potential (as it
must do when the loading is removed completely
and excitation is present), the number of elec-
I-3-c. Backltealing by Eleclr®hs trons turned back can be completely destructive
Another action involving the motion of to the tube. It has been found that under condi-
electrons within the tube is present at VHF and tions of "no loading" the electron bombardment
UHF and has been commonly ref erred to as back- of the insulating glass portion of the tube is
heating of the cathode. Due to the fact that the often sufficient to cause a suck-in of the glass.
time of flight of the electrons from the cathode Automatic protection should be installed to re-
through the grid structure to the plate becomes move all voltages from the tube when the plate
an appreciable part of the cycle, the electrons circuit loading becomes too light for the amount
can be stopped in flight and turned back by the of excitation applied.
rapidly changing grid voltage. Under these con- It should be noted that parasitic oscillations
ditions the electrons are turned back or deflected are seldom loaded heavily, as indicated by the
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pensation for the remaining back heating of the back bombardment by electrons the compensa-
cathode may be required. This can be accom- tion f or back heating of the cathode is not large
plished by lowering the filament voltage or heat- and may often be neglected. In cases where it is
er voltage until the cathode operates at normal suspected, it is advisable to discuss the subject in
temperature. It has been found with tetrodes detail with the Field Engineering Department of
that by taking precautions necessary to minimize Eitel-Mccullough, Inc., in Sam Bruno, California.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
The Field Engineering Department of Eitel-Mc- equipment and later manufacture is planned.
Cullough, Inc., will gladly assist tube users in the Such assistance makes use of the accumulated
choice of tubes and operating conditions. This is detailed experience with the tube types involved
especially important where a prototype design of and is handled confidentially and without charge.
REFERENCES
I. Atkins a Mandoli, "500 Wet+s of Audio from A87." q. Application Bulletin No. 4. "Calculating Tube Per-
OST, p. 13. March, 1948 QST, p. 10, June, 1948 formance," Eitel-Mccullough, [nc., San Bruno, California
7. C. A. Hul+berg, "Neutralization of Screen-Grid Tubes |4. Application Bulletin No. 3, .'Pulse Service Notes.'
to Improve the Stabili+y of Intermediate-Frequency Eitel-Mccullough. Inc., Son Bruno. California
Amplifiers" Proceedings of IRE, p. 663, Dec. 1943
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