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X1083B

Low-noise voltage-tunable magnetron covering approximately 320–525 MHz with conduction cooling for swept-frequency RF-source applications.

Directly heatedCold cathodeCommon cathodeDissimilarSpecialized
Sections
1
Base
-
Socket code
-
Base pins
-
Nominal heater
6.3 V / 800 mA

Description

The Eimac X-1083B is a low-noise voltage-tunable magnetron for 320–525 MHz service with conduction cooling.

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
6.3 V
Nominal heater current
800 mA
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

Magnetron

X-ray radiationInterelectrode capacitances
Max plate voltage
2300 V
Max cathode current
10 mA

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

1962 Eimac

Published operating points and test conditions from this source.

SECTION 1

Magnetron

Characteristic

  • Frequency Range

    320 to 525 MHz

Other

  • Maximum Injection Anode Voltage

    300 V

  • Maximum Injection Anode Current

    1 mA

  • Typical Output Power

    30-50 mW