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EL500

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EL500 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Power Pentode). Recorded specifications: brand Telefunken, construction Pentode, socket Octal, maximum plate voltage 400 V, and maximum plate dissipation 20 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandTelefunken
ClassPower Pentode
BaseOctal
Filament6.3 V @ 1200 mA

Construction

Primary TypePentode
EnvelopeGlass
SectionsSingle

Filament / Heater

Heater NotesIndirectly heated, DC-AC Parallel supply

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage400 V

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Pentode Measuring Values100 V1400050005.6100 mA
Triode Connected100 V14500350—52 mA
Push-Pull Class B (2 tubes)250 V———94 mA

Application Notes

Specifically designed for horizontal deflection in television circuits. Avoid Barkhausen-Kurz oscillations by choosing Rg2 > 2.2 kOhms.

Datasheets

Datasheet: EL500.pdf

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Datasheets courtesy of Frank Philipse via Frank's Electron Tube Data Sheets.

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    Plate Dissipation20 W
    Grid 2 Voltage300 V
    Grid 1 Voltage-100 V
    Cathode Current220 mA
    H-C Voltage250 V

    Audio Performance

    Typical THD6%
    Power Output30 W
    Key Features
    • Reliability factor P ~ 1.5/1000
    • Special quality long life
    • Vibration and shock proof
    • Interface-free special cathode
    • Tight tolerances