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Tube-number record

4616

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4616 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Super-Power Beam Power Tube). Recorded specifications: brand RCA, year 1966, construction Beam tetrode / beam power, base Metal, socket Special / none, maximum plate voltage 25000 V, and maximum plate dissipation 30000 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandRCA
ClassSuper-Power Beam Power Tube
BaseSpecial / none

Construction

Primary TypeBeam tetrode / beam power
EnvelopeCeramic-Metal
Base MaterialMetal
Sections1

Filament / Heater

MaterialOxide-Coated Matrix
Warm-up Time90s

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Plate-Pulsed Class B RF Amplifier (425 MHz)50000 V——775000 mA
Grid-Pulsed Class B RF Amplifier (425 MHz)20000 V——727000 mA

Application Notes

For RF-Pulse Power Amplifier at frequencies from 195 to 600 MHz in search radar, telemetry, and particle accelerator service.

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    Absolute Maximum Ratings

    Plate Voltage25000 V
    Plate Dissipation30000 W
    Grid 2 Voltage2200 V
    Grid 1 Voltage-400 V
    Cathode Current320 mA

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Multistrand matrix-type oxide-coated filament
    • Water cooled
    • Low filament power for airborne use
    • Ceramic-metal construction