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Sovtek 12AX7 / ECC83 LPS

Very linear working 12AX7 / ECC83 with long anode plates and spiral heating, which makes the tube less sensitive to interference from AC heating.
We recommend this tube for audio and high-end amps as well as for "modern" Fender amps with more overdrive, but also as an input tube in old Marshall JCM800s.

Note: Tubes equipped with long plates are commonly associated with a "warmer" or "richer" sound, whereas those with shorter plates tend to deliver a "tighter sound". However, tubes featuring long plates exhibit increased sensitivity to vibrations and mechanical disturbances, rendering them less ideal for critical applications.

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Safety Information

Safety Information for Vacuum Tubes

For all electrical, electromechanical and mechanical components, the specifications and operating parameters arising from the respective type standard generally apply.
Further information, where available, can be found in the respective data sheets and product descriptions included with the product.

General Information

NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN - choking hazard due to small parts
NOT SUITABLE FOR UNTRAINED PERSONS - danger to life due to high voltages
The safety and processing requirements applicable to the component must be observed
CE conformity applies only when installed professionally
Warranty becomes void in case of improper handling
The operator is responsible for proper installation
Local regulations and VDE provisions must be complied with
Never exceed the rated power
Never exceed the rated voltages and currents

Required Expertise

Use of measuring instruments (multimeter, oscilloscope) and evaluation of measurement results
Safe handling of high voltages (up to 500V and more)
Reading and understanding circuit diagrams
Selection of appropriate tools
Knowledge of electrical components and their characteristics
First-aid knowledge for electrical accidents
Knowledge of VDE regulations and safety requirements

Amplifier Tubes

Hazard due to high voltages
Hazard due to very high heat generation
Hazard due to glass breakage
Hazard due to UV radiation in case of defective tubes

Manufacturer

Herstellerinformationen | Manufacturer Information

New Sensor Corporation, 32-33 47th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101, USA

EU-Wirtschaftsakteur | EU Economic Operator
Tube-Town GmbH, Rumbergring 37, 66969 Lemberg, Germany, info@tube-town.de

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Bias probe for indirect measurement of quiescent bias current of a tube. The adapter is inserted between the tube and the socket and gets connected to a standard voltmeter (not included). Pay attention to the quality of the measuring device and sufficiently charged batteries!

The quiescent current is measured indirectly via a precision resistor integrated in the adapter. The advantages of this measuring method are harmless voltages at the measuring plugs, which are in the mV range, as well as short ways for the current, since it does not need to be fed through the measuring device (common practice with many measuring adapters of Far Eastern production). As a result, there is no risk of oscillations of the amplifier which can lead to possible damage of the tubes or the amplifier itself.

Note: This adapter cannot be used when additional tube brackets are installed. These must be removed before using the measurement adapter and reattached after the measurement is complete.

Procedure for the measurement

Determine the resistance of the adapter, including the measuring leads. To do this, connect the adapter to the meter, but do not plug it between the tubes and the amplifier, yet. Select the measuring range “Ohm” on the meter and note the measured value, e.g. 1,1 ohms.

For the final measurement insert the adapter between the tube and the currentless amplifier and connect it to the meter, select the measuring range mV and switch on the amplifier. When the amplifier has reached a stable operating condition, read the value in mV from the meter and calculate the quiescent current based on Ohm's law.

Example:
measured voltage = 47 mV, resistance of the adapter = 1,1 ohms.
Formula (I = U / R) or in this case:
bias current (in A) = measured value (voltage in V) / measured value (resistance in ohm)
0.047V / 1.1 ohms = 0.042A or 42mA respectively

For the calculation of the correct bias current as well as further information on the bias measurement, please refer to further documents or the bias setting instructions in the info area, as well as the manual of the amplifier itself.

This measuring adapter is suitable for all EL34, 6L6, 6550, KT88, 6V6, 6CA7 and other tubes with the same pin layout.

Attention high Voltage! Measurements and work on tube amplifiers should only be carried out by qualified persons.