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Tube-number record

396A

3 archive entries

396A is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Twin Triode). Recorded specifications: construction Dual triode, socket Noval (B9A), maximum plate voltage 330 V, and maximum plate dissipation 1.6 W. The archive holds 3 photographed examples of this type.

ClassTwin Triode
BaseNoval (B9A)
Filament6.3 V @ 300 mA

Construction

Primary TypeDual triode
EnvelopeT 6-1/2
Sections2

Filament / Heater

Heater NotesOperation range 280-320 mA

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage330 V

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Class A1 (Condition 1)130 V54006500357.6 mA
Class A1 (Condition 2)150 V55006400358.2 mA
Class AB1 (Max Signal)300 V—40000—6.3 mA

Application Notes

Suitable for use in amplifier, mixer, oscillator and multivibrator circuits.

Filters

3 tubes found

Manufacturers

Brands

Lm Ericsson1
Plate Dissipation1.6 W
Grid 1 Voltage-50 V
Cathode Current20 mA
H-C Voltage100 V

Audio Performance

Typical THD10%
Power Output1 W
Key Features
  • Separate cathodes
  • Useful frequency range up to 800 Mc
  • Low noise
  • Internal shield
Tung-Sol
1
Western Electric1

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    2C51, 396A

    Brand
    Lm Ericsson
  • Western Electric 396A, 2C51 tube — photo 1 of 8
    Western Electric 396A, 2C51 tube — photo 2 of 8
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  • Tung-Sol 2C51, 396A tube

    2C51, 396A

    Brand
    Tung-Sol
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396A, 2C51

Brand
Western Electric