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XXB alternatives, equivalents, and replacements

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

Exact variations of XXB

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.

  • 3C6

    Voltage - Dual Triode (similar)

    Base
    7BW
    Socket
    Not recorded
    Base pins
    7
    Sections
    2
    Heater voltage
    2.6 V
    Heater current
    0.15 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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