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RD5XG

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RD5XG is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Transmitting Triode). Recorded specifications: brand Tesla, construction Triode, socket 4-pin, maximum plate voltage 8500 V, and maximum plate dissipation 5000 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandTesla
ClassTransmitting Triode
Base4-pin

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
EnvelopeAnode of OFHC copper forming the lower part with cooling fins; upper part hard glass
Sections1

Filament / Heater

Materialtungsten
Heater NotesDirect heating, parallel feed

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
AF power amplifier or modulator, class B (2 tubes)6000 V10000227020.53600 mA
RF power amplifier class B, A3 telephony6000 V10000227020.5900 mA

Application Notes

Suitable for use as an oscillator, AF or RF power amplifier at frequencies up to 100 Mc/s.

Datasheets

Datasheet: RD5XG.pdf

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

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    Plate Voltage8500 V
    Plate Dissipation5000 W
    Cathode Current2000 mA

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Air-cooled
    • Short-wave triode
    • OFHC copper anode
    • Molybdenum grid