[Amps] 3CX1500A7/8877 vs el cheapo GS-35B

[Bill, W6WRT]

ORIGINAL MESSAGE: 
On Tue, 31 Jul 2012 06:43:47 -0400, Carl wrote:

>. I wouldnt want to be in the same room with the blower for one or two 
>GS-35B's.

REPLY: 
I noticed the specs for the GS-35b don't specify a recommended CFM for cooling
but they do say the maximum temp for cathode and grid leads is only 120 degrees
C. That's pretty low compared to many tubes. A 3-500Z for example is rated at
200 C for those same leads. 

A builder would be wise to check temps with color-changing crayons or paint. 

73, Bill W6WRT