{"id":15032,"date":"2025-07-06T20:54:52","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T01:54:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/busther.com.co\/tienda\/uncategorized\/haltron-6c5-vintage-triode-vacuum-tube-for-radio-preamplifier\/"},"modified":"2026-07-15T08:52:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T13:52:13","slug":"haltron-6c5-vintage-triode-vacuum-tube-for-radio-preamplifier","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/busther.com.co\/en\/shop\/electronic-components\/active-components\/vacuum-tubes\/american-series-vacuum-tubes\/6\/6c\/haltron-6c5-vintage-triode-vacuum-tube-for-radio-preamplifier\/","title":{"rendered":"Haltron 6C5 Vintage Triode Vacuum Tube for Radio Preamplifier "},"content":{"rendered":"

Haltron 6C5 Triode Tube 6C5 Haltron Vintage Triode for Preamp Radio.<\/h1>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

Item Condition:
New Old Stock (NOS).<\/p>\n

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Main Uses and Applications of the Haltron 6C5 Vintage Triode Vacuum Tube for Preamp & Radio<\/p>\n

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    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.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Oscillator: Widely used in radio circuits and test equipment to generate stable frequencies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Driver Stage: Capable of driving power tubes in low and medium-power audio amplifiers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Vintage Radio and Equipment Restoration: An authentic replacement for equipment from the 1930s and 1940s that originally specified the 6C5 tube.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    DIY Audio Projects: An excellent choice for building high-quality preamplifiers with an authentic vintage sound.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Detailed Technical Specifications of the Haltron 6C5 Vintage Triode Vacuum Tube for Preamp & Radio<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n

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      Tube Type: General-Purpose Medium-Gain Triode<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Brand\/Origin: Haltron (Distributed, likely manufactured in the UK)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Model: 6C5 (Metal Envelope)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Base: Octal (8 pins, 6 active connections)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Filament (Heater): 6.3 Volts @ 0.3 Amps<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Maximum Plate Voltage: 300 V.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Amplification Factor (Mu): 20<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Maximum Plate Dissipation: 2.5 Watts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Compatibility: Electrically identical to 6J5, 6C5G, and 6C5GT. It can replace the 6J5 if the socket is wired accordingly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Haltron 6C5 Vintage Triode Vacuum Tube for Radio Preamplifier<\/p>\n

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      The Haltron 6C5 Vintage Triode Vacuum Tube for Preamp & Radio applications is ideal for audio preamplifiers, oscillators, and the restoration of vintage radios.<\/p>\n

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