Tetrode Tube Amplifiers

Instruments for Industry, TCCX-Series Tetrode Tube Amplifiers provide outstanding RF performance. Our “TCCX-Series” products are a mature design but incorporate the latest features with respect to control and monitoring. These tetrode tube amplifiers have field proven reliability and unsurpassed performance as best of the breed. They were specifically designed for laboratory testing applications into the worst mismatch conditions. These products are available in a wide range of power levels from 500 watts to 3500 watts in the 10KHz-220MHz frequency range.

IFI Tetrode Tube amplifiers are very conservatively designed to operate below maximum ratings for ruggedness and long term reliability. The Amplifier system integrates a Solid State Power supply to provide reliable brute-power performance at frequencies up to 220MHz.

Our RF power amplifiers feature modular heavy duty construction. This concept of modular design minimizes internally produced EMI signal leakage and provides easy access for field service and rapid turnaround at depot level repair facilities.

From the ground up, the “TCCX-SERIES” tetrode tube amplifier products are structurally engineered to withstand operation into complete mismatch conditions without folding back. A product and design built to last!

Amplifier Series	Frequency Range	Rated Power	Brochure
TCCX500	10 KHz - 220 MHz	500	Download
TCCX1000	10 KHz - 220 MHz	1000	Download
TCCX2000	10 KHz - 200 MHz	2000	Download
TCCX2200	10 KHz - 200 MHz	2200	Download
TCCX2500	10 KHz - 200 MHz	2500	Download
TCCX3500	10 KHz - 100 MHz	3500	Download

The TCCX-Series also comes in a pulse model.

Pulse Models	Frequency Range	Rated Pulse Power (Watts)	Rated CW Power (Watts)	Brochure
TCCX500P	10 KHz - 220 MHz	1500	500	Download
TCCX1000P	10 KHz - 220 MHz	3000	1000	Download
TCCX2000P	10 KHz - 200 MHz	6000	2000	Download
TCCX2200P	10 KHz - 200 MHz	6500	2200	Download
TCCX2500LP	10 KHz - 200 MHz	12000	2200	Download
TCCX3500P	10 KHz - 100 MHz	7500	2500	Download

Features

Specifications

Options

• Standard Features for IFI TCCX Series Tetrode Tube Amplifiers

  • VSWR Reflected Power Protection, the unit operates without damage or oscillation into any magnitude of phase or load impedance, Open and Short Circuit Protection.
  • * Alternate Prime Power (specify at time of order)
  • GPIB IEEE 488 & RS232 Remote Control
  • RF Sample Port on the Front Panel, 112R for rear panel
  • Internal Pre-amplification to obtain rated output power with an input level of 0 dBm or less.
  • Gain Control Local & Remote
  • RF Input/Output Connectors on the Front Panel, 118R for rear panel
  • Internal Systems Diagnostics & Status Indicators
  • Total/Operate Elapsed Time Metering in hours
  • RF Safety Interlock
  • Forward/Reflected Power Indication simultaneously on Front Panel display

• IFI TCCX Series Tetrode Tube Amplifier Specifications

  • Input/output Impedance: 50 ohms
  • RF Input/ Sample Connectors: Type N Female, unless specified otherwise
  • RF Output Connector: Type N Female up to 1KW amps, SC or 7/16 available, Other connectors available by request or specification
  • Input VSWR: 2.0:1
  • Output VSWR: 2.5:1, with full power
  • Operating Temp: 0º to 50º C
  • Non-operating Temp: -40º to 70º C (50,000 feet max)
  • Humidity: 95% without condensation
  • Altitude: 10,000 feet
  • Cooling System: Air cooled, self contained
  • Modulation: AM, FM, Pulse
  • Configuration: Rack/ Cabinet Integrated
  • Spurious Outputs: <-60 dBc nominal
  • Harmonics: -20dBc minimum @ Linear Power
  • Standard Prime Powers:
    120/208 ±10% 50/60 Hz, three phase Wye or Delta power is available
    200/220/230/240VAC ±10% 50/60 Hz, three phase Wye or Delta power is available
    • Special Prime Powers other then listed are subject to availability

• Some Available Options for IFI TCCX Series Tetrode Tube Amplifiers

  • Option 110-1E: GPIB IEEE-488 RS232 and Ethernet Remote Control
  • Option 110-2: GPIB IEEE-488 and RS 422 Remote Control
  • Option 110-3: GPIB IEEE-488 and RS 485 Remote Control
  • Option 118A: RF Input On Front Output On Rear
  • Option 118B: RF Input On Rear Output On Front