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6279 alternatives, equivalents, and replacements

Review exact electrical variations and directional substitutions recorded for the 6279 specialized - thyratron. Compare core specifications and verify every restriction before using a replacement.

Exact variations of 6279

These designations belong to the same electrical variation group. Their names may differ because of international standards, manufacturing tolerances, or materials, but they are recorded as electrically equivalent—not merely substitutes.

  • 5C22

    Specialized - Thyratron

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    SJ4
    Base pins
    4
    Sections
    1
    Heater voltage
    6.3 V
    Heater current
    10.6 A

Verify before substituting

Matching a base or heater voltage is not enough to prove that two tubes are interchangeable. Check pin connections, heater current, maximum ratings, bias requirements, warm-up behavior, and the equipment manufacturer’s service documentation before making a substitution.

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