[AMPS] Another Tube Max Plate Current Question

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>Hello All,
> I have another question.
>
>This time about the 3CX800A7 Tube. What is the maximum allowable Plate 
>Current of a 3CX800A7 Tube ?? Can it be operated at 600 ma without 
>degradation or damage ??? The reason for asking is because my notes show 
>typical plate current at 500 ma. I notice hat I can further the output 
>(another 100 - 125 watts) by going to abt 600 ma but worry about tube 
>degradation / distortion / or signal purity when running close to tube 
>saturation.
>
''   As I understand it, 800mA is permitted for SSB.

cheers, Jeff

-  R. L. Measures, 805.386.3734,AG6K, www.vcnet.com/measures.  
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