Thales RS 3500 CJ and RS 3700 CJ water-cooled power triodes
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RS 3700 Water-Cooled RF Triode

Available on request Thomson / Thales RS 3700

Thales RS 3700 water-cooled metal-ceramic triode, one of the largest in the RS series, for continuous duty ultra-high-power industrial RF heating installations.

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 3700

The RS 3700 is a power triode manufactured by Thomson / Thales. Thales RS 3700 water-cooled metal-ceramic triode, one of the largest in the RS series, for continuous duty ultra-high-power industrial RF heating installations.

Key ratings of the RS 3700 include tube type Triode, construction Metal-ceramic, anode cooling Water, cathode Thorium tungsten and max frequency 100 MHz.

Typical applications are ultra-scale industrial RF, continuous duty mega-power heating, large industrial manufacturing and ultra-high-power RF generators. Notable features: RS 3700 large-format triode, water-cooled anode, metal-ceramic coaxial and continuous industrial duty.

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 3700 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-scale industrial RF
  • Continuous duty mega-power heating
  • Large industrial manufacturing
  • Ultra-high-power RF generators

Key features

  • RS 3700 large-format triode
  • Water-cooled anode
  • Metal-ceramic coaxial
  • Continuous industrial duty
  • Thomson/Thales proven

Frequently asked questions

What is the RS 3700?

The RS 3700 is a power triode manufactured by Thomson / Thales. Thales RS 3700 water-cooled metal-ceramic triode, one of the largest in the RS series, for continuous duty ultra-high-power industrial RF heating installations.

What are the specifications of the RS 3700?

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

What is the RS 3700 used for?

The RS 3700 is used in ultra-scale industrial RF, continuous duty mega-power heating, large industrial manufacturing and ultra-high-power RF generators.

What are alternatives or related parts to the RS 3700?

Related and comparable parts include RS 3500CJ, RS 3300CJ, RS 3021CJ, RS 3060CJ, RS 3150CJ and RS 3026CJ. Contact PartnerTubes to confirm interchangeability for your equipment.

Where can I buy the RS 3700?

The RS 3700 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%203700 or email info@partnertubes.com.