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12AH8

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12AH8 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Triode-Heptode Frequency Changer). Recorded specifications: brand Brimar, construction Multi-section, base Noval, socket Noval (B9A), maximum plate voltage 300 V, and maximum plate dissipation 1.5 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandBrimar
ClassTriode-Heptode Frequency Changer
BaseNoval (B9A)
Filament6.3 V @ 0.3 mA

Construction

Primary TypeMulti-section
EnvelopeT6 1/2
Base MaterialNoval
SectionsTwo units mounted one above the other

Filament / Heater

Heater NotesCentre tapped heater provided

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Heptode Section (100V HT)100 V520600000—2.5 mA
Heptode Section (250V HT)250 V5501500000—2.6 mA
Triode Section100 V350048501714.6 mA

Application Notes

Intended for use in all wave broadcast and communication receivers. Suitable for VHF 88 to 108 Mc/s band. AVC may be applied to the control grid.

Datasheets

Datasheet: 12AH8.pdf

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Datasheets courtesy of Frank Philipse via Frank's Electron Tube Data Sheets.

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    Plate Voltage300 V
    Plate Dissipation1.5 W
    Grid 2 Voltage125 V
    Cathode Current17.5 mA
    H-C Voltage250 V

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Miniature
    • Noval based
    • High conversion conductance
    • Centre tapped heater