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6F12 alternatives, equivalents, and replacements

Review exact electrical variations and directional substitutions recorded for the 6F12 voltage pentode - high frequency (single). Compare core specifications and verify every restriction before using a replacement.

Exact variations of 6F12

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.

  • 6AM6

    Voltage Pentode - Sharp Cutoff (single)

    Base
    7DB
    Socket
    B7G
    Base pins
    7
    Sections
    1
    Heater voltage
    6.3 V
    Heater current
    0.3 A
  • EF91

    Voltage Pentode - Sharp Cutoff (single)

    Base
    B7G
    Socket
    B7G
    Base pins
    7
    Sections
    1
    Heater voltage
    6.3 V
    Heater current
    0.3 A
  • Z77

    Voltage Radio Detector Converter

    Base
    B7G
    Socket
    B7G
    Base pins
    7
    Sections
    1
    Heater voltage
    6.3 V
    Heater current
    0.3 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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