4cx20,000e
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Plate Dissipation (Max.)
Screen Dissipation (Max.)
Grid Dissipation (Max.)
Frequency for Max. rating (CW)
Amplification Factor
Filament/Cathode
Voltage
The 4CX20,000E is a ceramic/metal power tet-
rode intended for use as a VHF power amplifier. It
features a type of internal mechanical structure,
which results in rf operating efficiency. Low rf
losses in this structure permit operation at full rat-
ings to 110 MHz.
The 4CX20,000E provides high gain in FM Broad-
cast service and is also recommended for rf linear
power amplifier service, including IBOC digital
transmission. The anode is rated for 20 kilowatts
of dissipation with forced-air cooling and incor-
porates a compact, highly efficient cooler of new
design
20,000 Watts
450 Watts
200 Watts
110 MHz
6.7
Thoriated Tungsten
10.0 Volts
Current
140 Amps
Capacitance
Grounded Cathode
195 pf
Input
Output
22.7 pf
Feedthrough
Capacitance
0.6 pf
Grounded Grid
87.4 pf
Input
Output
23.1 pf
Feedthrough
Cooling
.08 pf
Forced Air
Special, Coaxial
SK-360, Y-291
SK-320
Base
Air Socket - VHF
Air Socket - dc to HF
Length
9.84 in; 249.90 mm
7.85 in; 199.95 mm
15.0 lb; 6.8 kg
Diameter
Weight
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The values listed above represent specified limits for the product and are subject to change. The data should be used for basic
information only. Formal, controlled specifications may be obtained from CPI for use in equipment design.
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