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DBC 21

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DBC 21 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Duodiode-triode). Recorded specifications: brand Philips, construction Triode, socket Rimlock, maximum plate voltage 135 V, and maximum plate dissipation 0.3 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandPhilips
ClassDuodiode-triode
BaseRimlock

Construction

Primary TypeTriode
EnvelopeGlass
Sections1 triode, 2 diodes

Filament / Heater

MaterialOxide-coated

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage135 V

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Static Operation (90V)90 V85030000251.4 mA
Static Operation (120V)120 V90028000251.6 mA

Application Notes

Used as a detector and LF amplifier tube. Suitable for both resistance and transformer coupling. Designed for use with battery-operated radio sets, often followed by a DLL 21 balanced output stage.

Datasheets

Datasheet: DBC21.pdf

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

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    Plate Dissipation0.3 W
    Grid 1 Voltage-0.2 V
    Cathode Current3 mA

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Directly heated
    • Battery-powered
    • Internal shielding between triode and diode systems
    • Two separate filaments (2x25mA) connected in parallel