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5963
- Maker
- RCA
- Brand
- Leeds & Northrup
Tube-number record
5963
4 archive entries
BrandSylvania
ClassMedium-mu twin triode
BaseNoval (B9A)
Filament12.6 V @ 150 mA
Construction
Primary TypeDual triode
EnvelopeT-6 1/2
Base MaterialSmall Button 9-pin
Sections2
Filament / Heater
Heater NotesSeries or Parallel operation
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Plate Voltage250 V
Plate Dissipation2.5 W
Grid 1 Voltage-100 V
Cathode Current20 mA
H-C Voltage90 V
Audio Performance
Key Features
- Miniature, medium-mu twin triode
- Designed for long life computer applications
- Unipotential cathode
- Pure Tungsten heater
Typical Operation
| Mode | Plate V | Gm (µmhos) | Rp (Ω) | µ | Plate mA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Each Section | 67.5 V | 3200 | 6600 | 21 | 8.5 mA |
| Computer Service - Zero Bias Condition | 150 V | — | 20000 | — | 5.1 mA |
| Computer Service - Cutoff Condition | 150 V | — | 20000 | — |
Application Notes
The Sylvania Type 5963 is a miniature, medium-mu twin triode designed for long life computer applications.
Datasheets
Datasheet: 5963.pdf
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Datasheets courtesy of Frank Philipse via Frank's Electron Tube Data Sheets.
