Haltron 6C5 Triode Tube 6C5 Haltron Vintage Triode for Preamp Radio.
We present the 6C5 general-purpose metal-bodied triode vacuum tube, distributed by the renowned British brand Haltron. This tube is a fundamental piece in the evolution of audio electronics. With its octal base and steel envelope, it not only represents a robust design but also a crucial technical innovation: inherent electromagnetic shielding.
The metal body of the 6C5 acts as a Faraday cage, protecting the delicate internal components from radio frequency interference (RFI) and unwanted hum, resulting in a cleaner and quieter audio signal. It is the perfect choice for sensitive preamplifier stages.
Key Equivalence: The 6C5 is, for all practical purposes, electrically identical to its more famous successor, the 6J5. The only real difference is that the 6C5 uses an octal base with 6 active pins, while the 6J5 uses all 8 pins for greater standardization. They are interchangeable as long as the socket is wired correctly for both types.
Item Condition:
New Old Stock (NOS).
Main Uses and Applications of the Haltron 6C5 Vintage Triode Vacuum Tube for Preamp & Radio
Audio Preamplifier: Its most common application. Ideal as a voltage amplifier in Hi-Fi and studio equipment due to its clean sound and low-noise performance.
Oscillator: Widely used in radio circuits and test equipment to generate stable frequencies.
Driver Stage: Capable of driving power tubes in low and medium-power audio amplifiers.
Vintage Radio and Equipment Restoration: An authentic replacement for equipment from the 1930s and 1940s that originally specified the 6C5 tube.
DIY Audio Projects: An excellent choice for building high-quality preamplifiers with an authentic vintage sound.
Detailed Technical Specifications of the Haltron 6C5 Vintage Triode Vacuum Tube for Preamp & Radio
Tube Type: General-Purpose Medium-Gain Triode
Brand/Origin: Haltron (Distributed, likely manufactured in the UK)
Model: 6C5 (Metal Envelope)
Base: Octal (8 pins, 6 active connections)
Filament (Heater): 6.3 Volts @ 0.3 Amps
Maximum Plate Voltage: 300 V.
Amplification Factor (Mu): 20
Maximum Plate Dissipation: 2.5 Watts
Compatibility: Electrically identical to 6J5, 6C5G, and 6C5GT. It can replace the 6J5 if the socket is wired accordingly.
Haltron 6C5 Vintage Triode Vacuum Tube for Radio Preamplifier
