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X1097

Rugged L-band voltage-tunable magnetron covering approximately 600–1200 MHz and producing roughly 5.5 W output.

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

Description

The Eimac X-1097 is a ruggedized L-band voltage-tunable magnetron delivering about 5.5 W over 600–1200 MHz.

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
3000 V
Max cathode current
35 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

    600 to 1200 MHz

Other

  • Maximum Injection Anode Voltage

    500 V

  • Maximum Injection Anode Current

    1 mA

  • Typical Output Power

    5.5 W