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6BA8

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6BA8 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Triode Pentode). Recorded specifications: brand Sylvania, construction Multi-section, base Miniature Button, socket Noval (B9A), maximum plate voltage 300 V, and maximum plate dissipation 3.25 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandSylvania
ClassTriode Pentode
BaseNoval (B9A)
Filament6.3 V @ 600 mA

Construction

Primary TypeMulti-section
EnvelopeT-6 1/2
Base MaterialMiniature Button
Sections2

Filament / Heater

Warm-up Time11s
Heater NotesMaximum Heater-Cathode Voltage: 200V DC and Peak; 100V Heater Positive

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Class A Triode Section200 V27006700188 mA
Class A Pentode Section200 V9000400000—13 mA

Application Notes

The triode may be used as a sync clipper or sync separator. The pentode section is designed primarily to serve as a video amplifier.

Datasheets

Datasheet: 6BA8.pdf

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

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    Absolute Maximum Ratings

    Plate Voltage300 V
    Plate Dissipation3.25 W
    Grid 2 Voltage300 V
    Grid 1 Voltage-50 V

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Series heater string compatibility
    • T-6 1/2 Bulb size