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3-500Z

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3-500Z is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: High-Mu Power Triode). Recorded specifications: brand EIMAC, year 1973, construction Triode, base Metal/Glass, socket 5-pin, maximum plate voltage 4000 V, and maximum plate dissipation 500 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandEIMAC
ClassHigh-Mu Power Triode
Base5-pin

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
EnvelopeGlass
Base MaterialMetal/Glass
Sections1

Filament / Heater

MaterialThoriated Tungsten

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Class AB2 RF Linear Amplifier (Cathode Driven)2500 V——130400 mA
Class AB2 RF Linear Amplifier (Cathode Driven)3000 V——130400 mA
Class C RF Power Amplifier (Grid Driven)3000 V———

Application Notes

The EIMAC 3-500Z is a compact power triode intended for zero-bias Class-AB2 amplifier service in audio or radio-frequency applications. Forced-air cooling is required.

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    Plate Voltage4000 V
    Plate Dissipation500 W
    Cathode Current400 mA

    Audio Performance

    Power Output1420 W
    Key Features
    • Zero-bias operation
    • Compact power triode
    • Cathode-driven (grounded-grid) operation
    • High-mu
    300 mA