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3BC5
Sharp-Cutoff Pentode

EIA Base & Outline

EIA Base: 7BDEIA Bulb: 5-2

Substitute Data

Preferred Substitutes ......................... 3BZ6 3CB6 3CF6
Substitutes ................................... 3AU6 3BA6
Source ........................................ RCA RC-29 - 1975

Application

Source ........................................ RCA RC-29 - 1975
Miniature type used in compact radio equipment as an rf or if amplifier at frequencies up to 400 MHz. Requires miniature 7-contact socket. Triode connection connects grid 2 to plate.

Electrical Data

Source ........................................ RCA RC-29 - 1975
Heater Voltage ................................ 3.15 V
Heater Current ................................ 0.6 A

Source ........................................ RCA RC-29 - 1975
For other characteristics and typical operation, see 6BC5

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