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6DS8

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6DS8 is a tube type in the TubeDatabase archive (class: Triode-Heptode). Recorded specifications: brand Rogers Electronic Tubes & Components, construction Multi-section, socket Noval (B9A), maximum plate voltage 50 V, and maximum plate dissipation 0.8 W. The archive does not yet hold a photographed example of this type.

BrandRogers Electronic Tubes & Components
ClassTriode-Heptode
BaseNoval (B9A)
Filament6.3 V @ 300 mA

Construction

Primary TypeMulti-section
EnvelopeT 6 1/2
Sections2

Filament / Heater

Heater NotesOperation directly from a storage battery

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Plate Voltage50 V

Typical Operation

ModePlate VGm (µmhos)Rp (Ω)µPlate mA
Heptode Frequency Converter25 V450500000—0.55 mA
Heptode Frequency Converter12.6 V2201500000—0.17 mA
Heptode RF/IF Amplifier25 V1500200000—1.25 mA

Application Notes

Frequency converter for use in car radio sets operated directly from a storage battery.

Datasheets

Datasheet: 6DS8.pdf

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

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    Plate Dissipation0.8 W
    Grid 2 Voltage50 V
    Cathode Current5 mA
    H-C Voltage150 V

    Audio Performance

    Key Features
    • Low voltage operation
    • Car radio application
    • Storage battery operation
    • Unipotential cathode
    Triode Section25 V2200—202 mA
    Triode Section12.6 V1400—18.30.75 mA