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RK72 alternatives, equivalents, and replacements

Review exact electrical variations and directional substitutions recorded for the RK72 rectifier - half wave. Compare core specifications and verify every restriction before using a replacement.

Exact variations of RK72

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.

  • CEQ72

    NEW (being researched)

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Base pins
    Not recorded
    Sections
    1
    Heater voltage
    Not recorded
    Heater current
    Not recorded
  • RKR72

    NEW (being researched)

    Base
    Not recorded
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Base pins
    Not recorded
    Sections
    1
    Heater voltage
    Not recorded
    Heater current
    Not recorded

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.

View the complete RK72 specifications →