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8117A alternatives, equivalents, and replacements

Review exact electrical variations and directional substitutions recorded for the 8117A new (being researched). Compare core specifications and verify every restriction before using a replacement.

Exact variations of 8117A

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.

  • YL1070

    Power - Tetrode (NOT beam)

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    SEPTAR7
    Base pins
    7
    Sections
    2
    Heater voltage
    12.6 V
    Heater current
    0.9 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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