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6MG8

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6MG8 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Medium-Mu Triode—Sharp-Cutoff Pentode). Recorded specifications: brand RCA, construction Multi-section, socket Noval (B9A), maximum plate voltage 330 V, and maximum plate dissipation 2.5 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandRCA
ClassMedium-Mu Triode—Sharp-Cutoff Pentode
BaseNoval (B9A)
Filament6.3 V @ 450 mA

Construction

Primary TypeMulti-section
EnvelopeMiniature
Sections2

Filament / Heater

Heater NotesMaximum heater-cathode volts: +200 peak, 100 average

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage330 V

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Triode Unit - Class A150 V850050004018 mA
Pentode Unit - Class A170 V62004000004710 mA

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    Plate Dissipation2.5 W
    Grid 2 Voltage300 V
    Cathode Current14 mA

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Used in horizontal-deflection circuits
    • AGC-amplifier
    • Sync-separator