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3-500ZG Transmitting Tubes

The RF Parts 3-500ZG™ is a compact power triode intended to be used as a zero-bias Class AB2 amplifier in audio or radio-frequency applications. Operation with zero grid bias simplifiers assocated circuitry by eliminating the bias supply. In addition, grounded-grid operation is attractive since power gain as high as twenty can be obtained with the 3-500ZG™ in a cathode-driven circuit.

3-400Z and 3-500Z Tube Comparison

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RF Parts offers plate caps, heat radiators and clips for the 3-500Z and the 3-400Z

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  1. 3-500ZG, 3-500Z RF Parts Transmitting Tube

    3-500ZG, 3-500Z RF Parts Transmitting Tube

    $249.91

    The NEW, RF Parts Company 3-500ZG and Taylor Tubes 3-500ZG tubes are the most rugged tubes of this type available.  They are an improved version of the 3-500ZG offered by RF Parts Company, from 1993 to 2019.  This newly revised version has had a failure rate of less than 0.05% during the three years that we have been testing, matching and selling them.

    These tubes are a Heavy Duty Graphite Anode version of the original Eimac 3-500Z, and it has a stronger Anode stem-support to add to the tube's ruggedness and stability.  The Graphite Anode, Grid, and Filament are virtually the same as the Graphite version last offered by Eimac, and is interchangeable with this vastly improved transmit tube.

    MFR: China

    SKU: 3-500ZG-RFP

    Our Six Month Warranty covers manufacturing defects in workmanship and material which includes the Anode, Filament, Grid and Glass.  Please send an eBay Message to RF Parts Company with any issues, before you return a tube(s).  The buyers' shipping charges shall be refunded if a returned tube(s) is replaced under warranty.


  2. 3-500Z Eimac High-Mu Power Triode (Pull)

    3-500Z Eimac High-Mu Power Triode (Pull)

    $259.91

    Out of stock

    The Eimac 3-500Z is a compact power triode intended to be used as a zero-bias Class B amplifier in audio or radio-frequency applications.

    • Filament: Thoriated Tungsten
    • Voltage: 5.0 volts
    • Current: 14.5 Amps
    • Amplification Factor (Average): 160

    Clean Used * No longer available for export
    MFR: Eimac
    SKU: 3-500Z-EI-P

    Data Sheet

    This tube has been recently tested and meets all technical specifications. The Warranty period for this tube is NInety Days from the date of purchase, for the original customer only.  Please follow the instruction insert for proper installation.

    Made in the USA
  3. 8163 / 3-400Z  Amperex Transmitting Tube (NOS)

    8163 / 3-400Z Amperex Transmitting Tube (NOS)

    $329.00

    Out of stock

    New Old Stock * No longer available for export

    MFR: Amperex, France

    SKU: 8163


  4. 3-500Z Eimac High-Mu Power Triode (NOS)

    3-500Z Eimac High-Mu Power Triode (NOS)

    $349.91

    Out of stock

    The Eimac 3-500Z is a compact power triode intended to be used as a zero-bias Class B amplifier in audio or radio-frequency applications.

    • Filament: Thoriated Tungsten
    • Voltage: 5.0 volts
    • Current: 14.5 Amps
    • Amplification Factor (Average): 160

    New Old Stock * No longer available for export
    MFR: Eimac
    SKU: 3-500-EI

    Data Sheet

    This New Old Stock (NOS) tube has been recently tested and meets all technical specifications. The Warranty period for this tube is Six Months from the date of purchase, for the original customer only.  Please follow the instruction insert for proper installation.



    Made in the USA
  5. 3-500ZG/3-500Z RF Parts Company Transmitting Tube Matched Pair (2)

    3-500ZG/3-500Z RF Parts Company Transmitting Tube Matched Pair (2)

    $499.91

    The NEW, RF Parts Company 3-500ZG and Taylor Tubes 3-500ZG tubes are the most rugged tubes of this type available.  They are an improved version of the 3-500ZG offered by RF Parts Company, from 1993 to 2019.  This newly revised version has had a failure rate of less than 0.05% during the three years that we have been testing, matching and selling them.

    These tubes are a Heavy Duty Graphite Anode version of the original Eimac 3-500Z, and it has a stronger Anode stem-support to add to the tube's ruggedness and stability.  The Graphite Anode, Grid, and Filament are virtually the same as the Graphite version last offered by Eimac, and is interchangeable with this vastly improved transmit tube. 

    MFR: CHINA
    SKU: 3-500ZG-RFP-MP

    Our Six Month Warranty covers manufacturing defects in workmanship and material which includes the Anode, Filament, Grid and Glass.  Please send an eBay Message to RF Parts Company with any issues, before you return a tube(s).  The buyers' shipping charges shall be refunded if a returned tube(s) is replaced under warranty.

  6. 3-500ZG, 3-500Z RF Parts Transmit Tube  Matched Set of Three (3)

    3-500ZG, 3-500Z RF Parts Transmit Tube Matched Set of Three (3)

    $749.91

    The NEW, RF Parts Company 3-500ZG and Taylor Tubes 3-500ZG tubes are the most rugged tubes of this type available.  They are an improved version of the 3-500ZG offered by RF Parts Company, from 1993 to 2019.  This newly revised version has had a failure rate of less than 0.05% during the three years that we have been testing, matching and selling them.

    These tubes are a Heavy Duty Graphite Anode version of the original Eimac 3-500Z, and it has a stronger Anode stem-support to add to the tube's ruggedness and stability.  The Graphite Anode, Grid, and Filament are virtually the same as the Graphite version last offered by Eimac, and is interchangeable with this vastly improved transmit tube.

    MFR: China

    SKU: 3-500ZG-RFP-M3

    Our Six Month Warranty covers manufacturing defects in workmanship and material which includes the Anode, Filament, Grid and Glass.  Please send an eBay Message to RF Parts Company with any issues, before you return a tube(s).  The buyers' shipping charges shall be refunded if a returned tube(s) is replaced under warranty.

  7. 3-500ZG, 3-500Z RF Parts Transmit Tube One Year Warranty Matched Quad (4)

    3-500ZG, 3-500Z RF Parts Transmit Tube One Year Warranty Matched Quad (4)

    $999.91

    The NEW, RF Parts Company 3-500ZG and Taylor Tubes 3-500ZG tubes are the most rugged tubes of this type available.  They are an improved version of the 3-500ZG offered by RF Parts Company, from 1993 to 2019.  This newly revised version has had a failure rate of less than 0.05% during the three years that we have been testing, matching and selling them.

    These tubes are a Heavy Duty Graphite Anode version of the original Eimac 3-500Z, and it has a stronger Anode stem-support to add to the tube's ruggedness and stability.  The Graphite Anode, Grid, and Filament are virtually the same as the Graphite version last offered by Eimac, and is interchangeable with this vastly improved transmit tube.

    MFR: China

    SKU: 3-500ZG-RFP-MQ

    Our Six Month Warranty covers manufacturing defects in workmanship and material which includes the Anode, Filament, Grid and Glass.  Please send an eBay Message to RF Parts Company with any issues, before you return a tube(s).  The buyers' shipping charges shall be refunded if a returned tube(s) is replaced under warranty.

  8. 3-500ZG RF Parts Transmit Tube One Year Warranty Matched Sextuplet (6)

    3-500ZG RF Parts Transmit Tube One Year Warranty Matched Sextuplet (6)

    $1,499.91

    The NEW, RF Parts Company 3-500ZG and Taylor Tubes 3-500ZG tubes are the most rugged tubes of this type available.  They are an improved version of the 3-500ZG offered by RF Parts Company, from 1993 to 2019.  This newly revised version has had a failure rate of less than 0.05% during the three years that we have been testing, matching and selling them.

    These tubes are a Heavy Duty Graphite Anode version of the original Eimac 3-500Z, and it has a stronger Anode stem-support to add to the tube's ruggedness and stability.  The Graphite Anode, Grid, and Filament are virtually the same as the Graphite version last offered by Eimac, and is interchangeable with this vastly improved transmit tube.

    MFR: China
    SKU: 3-500ZG-RFP-M6

    Our Six Month Warranty covers manufacturing defects in workmanship and material which includes the Anode, Filament, Grid and Glass.  Please send an eBay Message to RF Parts Company with any issues, before you return a tube(s).  The buyers' shipping charges shall be refunded if a returned tube(s) is replaced under warranty.

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