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Protects your system when cooling fails.

Forced-Air-Cooled 10 kW Series RF Loads

The 8630B Series Moduload® is a compact, forced-air cooled RF load capable of dissipating up to 10 kW of continuous power. Engineered for transmitter protection, testing, and load substitution in high-power systems, this 50-ohm termination offers broadband performance to 1 GHz and integrates seamlessly into rack or floor-mounted environments.

An onboard interlock control circuit automatically protects both the transmitter and load in the event of blower or AC power loss, helping prevent damage during extended operation. With selectable AC input options (115 V or 230 V), the 8630B Series provides high-performance RF dissipation without the complexity of water cooling.

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Why Choose the 8630B Series?

Model Selection

Find the right RF load for your application—side-by-side technical specs across Bird’s trusted termination solutions.

Model Number
Frequency Range and VSWR
Connector
Dimensions
Weight
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1.1 max. 1 kHz to 1000 MHz (DC for continuity checks)
3-1/8 EIA, Flanged
22 in x 16 in x 16 in
(559 mm x 406 mm x 406 mm)
110 lb (50 kg)
1.1 max. 1 kHz to 1000 MHz (DC for continuity checks)
3-1/8 EIA, Flanged
22 in x 16 in x 16 in
(559 mm x 406 mm x 406 mm)
110 lb (50 kg)
1.1 max. 1 kHz to 1000 MHz (DC for continuity checks)
1-5/8 EIA, Flanged
22 in x 16 in x 16 in
(559 mm x 406 mm x 406 mm)
110 lb (50 kg)
1.1 max. 1 kHz to 1000 MHz (DC for continuity checks)
1-5/8 EIA, Flanged
22 in x 16 in x 16 in
(559 mm x 406 mm x 406 mm)
110 lb (50 kg)
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Accessories

Compatible accessories to support installation, operation, and maintenance.

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1 Gal. PMX-200 Silicone Oil Coolant

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RF Load Coolant is an alcohol with two -OH groups (a diol), a chemical compound widely used as an antifreeze. In its pure form, it is an odorless, colorless, syrupy liquid.

 
 

 

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Load Protection Switch

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Safeguards Bird 3-1/8" water-cooled Moduloads® by blocking RF power until proper coolant flow is detected. It streamlines interlock protection without wiring directly to the RF source, reducing setup time and preventing costly equipment damage.

 

Why RF Pros Choose Bird Loads

Accuracy, protection, and lasting performance—Bird loads deliver where it counts. From convection to water- and air-cooled designs, each is built to absorb full RF power, minimize VSWR, and perform reliably in the toughest environments.

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