Alternatives & variations Download PDF datasheet

8003

Transmitting power triode intended for RF amplifier and oscillator service, with manufacturer ratings emphasizing radio-frequency output, substantial plate loading, and professional transmitter operation.

Directly heatedCold cathodeCommon cathodeDissimilar

Sections: 1
Base: -
Socket code: -
Base pins: -
Nominal heater: 10 V / 3.25 A

Description

The RCA 8003 is a thoriated-tungsten power triode for AF amplification/modulation and RF amplification/oscillation.

General specifications

Tube and section characteristics

Properties common to every published source and operating point.

Heater and base

Base: -
Socket code: -
Base pins: -
Nominal heater voltage: 10 V
Nominal heater current: 3.25 A
Parallel heater voltage: -
Parallel heater current: -
Series capable: No

Terminal pinout

Electrical assignments shared by every tube using this base designation.

No verified pinout is recorded for this base designation.

Section ratings

1 physical section, each with unique specifications.

Section 1

Triode

X-ray radiationInterelectrode capacitances

Max plate voltage: 1850 V
Max plate dissipation: 100 W

AF/RF transmitting triode.

Source-dependent data

Operating conditions by source

Each block preserves the test conditions and published values from one reference. Values from different sources are intentionally kept separate.

Data set 01

1956 RCA Transmitting Tubes

Published operating points and test conditions from this source.

SECTION 1

Triode

Characteristics

Maximum Full-Input Frequency
30 MHz
Maximum Reduced-Input Frequency
50 MHz

Other

AF Plate Voltage Maximum
1350 V
AFPowerAmplifier
RF Plate Voltage Maximum
1850 V
RFPowerAmplifier