This is a new EG&G HY-5353 deuterium thyratron designed for special applications requiring high voltage, high peak current, and low inductance, namely where sub-microsecond pulse-width is required.

Please note that export of this item is controlled for some countries. Export is possible, but requires a license. It is not guaranteed that a license will be granted by the BIS, in which case the sale will be canceled. Please enquire for details.

Specifications

Peak Forward Anode Voltage: 75 kV
Rise Time: 30 ns
Peak Forward Anode Current: 5 kA
DC Average Current: 1 A
RMS Anode Current: 65 A
Plate Breakdown Factor: 75×109
Cathode Heater Power: 6.3 V @ 30 A Max.
Number of Stages: 3
Reservoir Heater Power: 4.5 V @ 11 A Max.
Control Grid Open Circuit Peak Trigger Voltage (Min.): 2500 V
Control Grid Trigger Source Impedance (Max.): 50 Ω