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F-3X2500F3 vacuum tube outline illustration

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F-3X2500F3

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F-3X2500F3 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Power Triode). Recorded specifications: brand Federal, year 1953, construction Triode, base Metal, socket Special / none, maximum plate voltage 6000 V, and maximum plate dissipation 2500 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandFederal
ClassPower Triode
BaseSpecial / none

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
EnvelopeGlass/Metal
Base MaterialMetal
Sections1

Filament / Heater

MaterialThoriated tungsten

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Class-C RF Power Amplifier or Oscillator6000 V20000—202080 mA
Class AB2 Audio (Two Tubes)6000 V—4650203000 mA
Class-C Telephony (Plate Modulated)5000 V—140020

Application Notes

Cooling air to radiator and filament seals should be applied before filament power and continued for five minutes after removal of filament power.

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    Plate Voltage6000 V
    Plate Dissipation2500 W
    Grid 1 Voltage-500 V
    Cathode Current2500 mA

    Audio Performance

    Power Output13000 W
    Key Features
    • Forced-air cooled anode
    • Thoriated tungsten filament
    • Anode capable of dissipating 2.5 kW
    • Grid and filament connectors attached
    1450 mA