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Tube-number record

5899

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5899 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Variable-mu R.F. Pentode). Recorded specifications: brand Mullard, construction Pentode, base Glass, socket B8D / B8F, maximum plate voltage 165 V, and maximum plate dissipation 0.75 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandMullard
ClassVariable-mu R.F. Pentode
BaseB8D / B8F
Filament6.3 V @ 150 mA

Construction

Primary TypePentode
EnvelopeSubminiature
Base MaterialGlass
SectionsSingle

Filament / Heater

Heater NotesIndirectly heated

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
R.F. Amplifier100 V4500175000—7.2 mA

Application Notes

Direct soldered connections must be at least 5mm from the seal. Any bending of leads must be at least 1.5mm from the seal.

Datasheets

Datasheet: 5899.pdf

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

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    Plate Voltage165 V
    Plate Dissipation0.75 W
    Grid 2 Voltage155 V
    Grid 1 Voltage-55 V
    Cathode Current16.5 mA
    H-C Voltage200 V

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Special Quality
    • Subminiature
    • Variable-mu
    • Vibration and Shock Resistant
    • High Ambient Temperature