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12AV6 Vacuum Tube New and Used

- Description
- Specifications
The 12AV6 is a miniature vacuum tube combining two diodes and a high-mu triode section within a 9-pin glass envelope. Utilizing a 12.6-volt heater string drawing 150mA, it is engineered for detector, AVC (automatic volume control), and audio voltage preamplification stages in vintage superheterodyne radio receivers and classic audio equipment. Available in new and used condition.
Component Type: Double diode and high-mu triode vacuum tube
Condition Availability: New and used options
Heater Ratings: 12.6 volts, 150 mA
Base Type: Miniature 7-pin (7-pin button socket configuration)
Application: Vintage superheterodyne radio receiver detector circuits, AVC stages, and audio voltage preamplification
Function: Provides signal detection, automatic volume control, and audio preamplification in classic receiver chassis