[AMPS] 4CX3000A - getting one tested?

[Mike Willis]

At 19:14 05/10/98 -0800, you wrote:
>
>>
>>Hi folks,
>>Some time back a non-ham friend of mine gave me an Eimac 4CX3000A. It
>>was supposedly pulled from commercial service with full output, but I
>>have no way to test it. Ultimately I'd like to swap it for something I
>>can use, but I need to know if the tube is any good. Where I can get
>>this tube tested?

I have found that, when polished up and properly displayed, they have
far more value as an ornament than as a practical amplifier for amateur 
radio. An excellent use for low emission 3-500Zs as well after a proper
clean in the dishwasher.

Mike


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