ITK 5-1 — Thales ITK family ceramic-metal water-cooled power triodes (representative image)
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ITK 5-1 Water-Cooled Triode for Industrial RF

Available on request Thomson / Thales ITK 5-1

Thales ITK series water-cooled metal-ceramic triode for industrial dielectric heating, plastic welding, and medium-power RF oscillator applications.

Max Frequency
120 MHz
Anode Cooling
Water
Tube Type
Triode
Construction
Metal-ceramic coaxial
Worldwide shipping Cross-reference support Grunius BV · Groningen, NL

About the ITK 5-1

The ITK 5-1 is a power triode manufactured by Thomson / Thales. Thales ITK series water-cooled metal-ceramic triode for industrial dielectric heating, plastic welding, and medium-power RF oscillator applications.

Key ratings of the ITK 5-1 include tube type Triode, construction Metal-ceramic coaxial, anode cooling Water, cathode Thorium tungsten and max frequency 120 MHz.

Typical applications are industrial RF dielectric heating, plastic welding systems, wood gluing, RF oscillators and industrial generators. Notable features: water-cooled ITK series, metal-ceramic coaxial build, water-cooled anode and thorium tungsten cathode.

Power triodes are three-electrode grid tubes used as RF oscillators and amplifiers in industrial RF heating (plastic welding, induction heating, drying), RF-excited CO₂ lasers, broadcast transmitters and particle accelerators. In oscillator service they work with vacuum capacitors in the tank and matching circuits.

PartnerTubes supplies the ITK 5-1 worldwide from Groningen, the Netherlands — availability, lead time and price are confirmed per enquiry. Our team can help with equivalent and cross-reference types, sockets and accessories, and supply programmes for OEM and maintenance customers. Interchangeability must always be confirmed for the specific equipment.

Technical specifications

Tube TypeTriode
ConstructionMetal-ceramic coaxial
Anode CoolingWater
CathodeThorium tungsten
Max Frequency120 MHz

Specifications are indicative and based on published manufacturer data. Always verify against the official datasheet and confirm suitability for your application before ordering.

Applications & features

Used in

  • Industrial RF dielectric heating
  • Plastic welding systems
  • Wood gluing
  • RF oscillators
  • Industrial generators

Key features

  • Water-cooled ITK series
  • Metal-ceramic coaxial build
  • Water-cooled anode
  • Thorium tungsten cathode
  • Thomson/Thales quality

Frequently asked questions

What is the ITK 5-1?

The ITK 5-1 is a power triode manufactured by Thomson / Thales. Thales ITK series water-cooled metal-ceramic triode for industrial dielectric heating, plastic welding, and medium-power RF oscillator applications.

What are the specifications of the ITK 5-1?

Tube Type: Triode; Construction: Metal-ceramic coaxial; Anode Cooling: Water; Cathode: Thorium tungsten; Max Frequency: 120 MHz.

What is the ITK 5-1 used for?

The ITK 5-1 is used in industrial RF dielectric heating, plastic welding systems, wood gluing, RF oscillators and industrial generators.

What are alternatives or related parts to the ITK 5-1?

Related and comparable parts include ITK 2-1, ITK 12-1, ITL 5-1, ITK 15-2, ITL 12-1 and ITL 15-2. Contact PartnerTubes to confirm interchangeability for your equipment.

Where can I buy the ITK 5-1?

The ITK 5-1 is available from PartnerTubes (Grunius BV, Groningen, Netherlands) with worldwide shipping. Availability and lead time are confirmed on request. Request a quote at https://www.partnertubes.com/contact/?part=ITK%205-1 or email info@partnertubes.com.