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6AQ5L alternatives, equivalents, and replacements

Review exact electrical variations and directional substitutions recorded for the 6AQ5L power - pentode (not beam). Compare core specifications and verify every restriction before using a replacement.

Exact variations of 6AQ5L

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.

  • 6928

    Power - Pentode Single (NOT beam) (under 10W)

    Base
    E7-1
    Socket
    B7G
    Base pins
    7
    Sections
    1
    Heater voltage
    6.3 V
    Heater current
    0.36 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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