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4618

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4618 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Beam Power Tube). Recorded specifications: brand RCA, year 1967, construction Beam tetrode / beam power, base Metal, socket Coaxial, maximum plate voltage 3000 V, and maximum plate dissipation 1500 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandRCA
ClassBeam Power Tube
BaseCoaxial
Filament5.5 V @ 17300 mA

Construction

Primary TypeBeam tetrode / beam power
EnvelopeCeramic-Metal (Cermolox)
Base MaterialMetal
SectionsSingle

Filament / Heater

Heater NotesMatrix-Type Oxide-Coated Unipotential Cathode

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Class AB1 Single-Tone (Up to 60 MHz)2250 V—110012.3900 mA
Class C Telephony Grid-Drive (600 MHz)2500 V———900 mA
Class C Telegraphy/FM (600 MHz)2000 V———

Application Notes

For use at frequencies up to 1215 MHz as a Linear RF Power Amplifier in Single-Sideband, Plate-Modulated RF Power Amplifier, or Class C Telegraphy/FM.

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    Plate Voltage3000 V
    Plate Dissipation1500 W
    Grid 2 Voltage1000 V
    Grid 1 Voltage-300 V
    Cathode Current1000 mA

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • CERMOLOX construction
    • Forced-air cooled
    • Matrix-type cathode
    • 1350 Watts CW Power Output at 600 MHz
    830 mA