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BTL 25-3

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BrandBrown Boveri
ClassAir-Cooled Transmitting Triode

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
EnvelopeGlass-Metal
Base MaterialMetal
Sections1

Filament / Heater

MaterialThoriated tungsten

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage15000 V
Plate Dissipation25000 W
Grid 1 Voltage-1500 V
Cathode Current9000 mA

Audio Performance

Power Output100000 W
Key Features
  • Thoriated tungsten filament
  • Forced air cooling
  • Directly heated
  • Class C and Class B operation

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Class C RF Unmodulated (Grounded Cathode)15000 V70000—408700 mA
Class B AF Power Amplifier (Push-Pull, 2 Tubes)12500 V7000026004011000 mA
Class C RF Anode-Modulated12500 V70000—40

Application Notes

Suitable for broadcast RF/AF and industrial HF/LF applications. Vertical mounting required, anode downwards.

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