Thales RS 3500 CJ and RS 3700 CJ water-cooled power triodes
Image: Thales Electron Devices (Thales “Ceramic-metal triodes — Industrial RF heating” brochure).

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RS 3500CJ Water-Cooled RF Triode

Available on request Thomson / Thales RS 3500CJ

Thales RS 3500CJ water-cooled metal-ceramic triode at the top end of the RS series for continuous heavy-duty RF power in the largest industrial generators.

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

About the RS 3500CJ

The RS 3500CJ is a power triode manufactured by Thomson / Thales. Thales RS 3500CJ water-cooled metal-ceramic triode at the top end of the RS series for continuous heavy-duty RF power in the largest industrial generators.

Key ratings of the RS 3500CJ include tube type Triode, construction Metal-ceramic, anode cooling Water, cathode Thorium tungsten and max frequency 100 MHz.

Typical applications are ultra-high power RF generators, large-scale induction heating, continuous duty industrial RF and mega-watt class heating systems. Notable features: top-tier RS series triode, water-cooled anode, metal-ceramic construction and continuous heavy-duty operation.

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 RS 3500CJ 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
Anode CoolingWater
CathodeThorium tungsten
Max Frequency100 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

  • Ultra-high power RF generators
  • Large-scale induction heating
  • Continuous duty industrial RF
  • Mega-watt class heating systems

Key features

  • Top-tier RS series triode
  • Water-cooled anode
  • Metal-ceramic construction
  • Continuous heavy-duty operation
  • Thomson/Thales engineering

Frequently asked questions

What is the RS 3500CJ?

The RS 3500CJ is a power triode manufactured by Thomson / Thales. Thales RS 3500CJ water-cooled metal-ceramic triode at the top end of the RS series for continuous heavy-duty RF power in the largest industrial generators.

What are the specifications of the RS 3500CJ?

Tube Type: Triode; Construction: Metal-ceramic; Anode Cooling: Water; Cathode: Thorium tungsten; Max Frequency: 100 MHz.

What is the RS 3500CJ used for?

The RS 3500CJ is used in ultra-high power RF generators, large-scale induction heating, continuous duty industrial RF and mega-watt class heating systems.

What are alternatives or related parts to the RS 3500CJ?

Related and comparable parts include RS 3300CJ, RS 3700, RS 3150CJ, RS 2048CJ, RS 3021CJ and RS 3026CJ. Contact PartnerTubes to confirm interchangeability for your equipment.

Where can I buy the RS 3500CJ?

The RS 3500CJ 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=RS%203500CJ or email info@partnertubes.com.