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3CZ3

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3CZ3 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Half-Wave Vacuum Rectifier). Recorded specifications: brand RCA, year 1968, construction Rectifier, base Ultra-Short Small-Wafer, socket Octal, and maximum plate voltage 30000 V. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandRCA
ClassHalf-Wave Vacuum Rectifier
BaseOctal
Filament3.15 V @ 480 mA

Construction

Primary TypeRectifier
Rectifier Typevacuum
EnvelopeJEDEC T9
Base MaterialUltra-Short Small-Wafer
Sections1

Filament / Heater

MaterialCoated Unipotential

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Instantaneous Tube Voltage Drop60 V———7 mA

Application Notes

Specifically designed for operation as a pulsed rectifier tube in 525-line, 30-frame systems.

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    Warm-up Time
    4s
    Heater NotesHeater voltage range: 2.65 to 3.65 V

    Absolute Maximum Ratings

    Plate Voltage30000 V
    Cathode Current2.2 mA

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • X-radiation shielding required above 16kV
    • Pulsed rectifier operation
    • External barriers on base
    • Top cap plate connection