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Noval B9A PCB socket with a white ceramic body

This compact Noval B9A valve socket is designed for direct through-hole mounting on printed circuit boards. It is suitable for valve amplifiers, Hi-Fi equipment, guitar amplifiers, studio electronics, test equipment and DIY audio circuits requiring a space-saving nine-contact PCB socket. The white ceramic body provides a dimensionally stable and temperature-resistant base, while silver-plated spring cup contacts retain the valve pins securely. Nine solder pins arranged on a 20 mm pitch circle allow straightforward integration into a PCB layout. The socket is suitable for new designs as well as repair and restoration work. Before installation, verify the footprint, component spacing, pinout and the creepage and clearance distances required by the circuit.

Technical data

BTB article number Nov-Print-klein
BTB product designation Noval Print Keramik klein PCB Platine Montage
Base system Noval B9A
Number of contacts 9
Insulator White ceramic
Contact type Spring cup contacts, tulip type
Contact finish Silver-plated
Termination PCB solder pins
Mounting Through-hole PCB mounting
Centre contact Not fitted
Overall diameter Ø 22.2 mm
Upper body diameter Ø 17.8 mm
PCB pin pitch circle Ø 20 mm
PCB drill holes 9 × Ø 1.5 mm
Overall axial length 16.3 mm
Working voltage 500 V
Test voltage 1500 V
Contact resistance ≤ 0.01 Ω
Insulation resistance ≥ 10,000 MΩ
Total withdrawal force 0.8 to 3 kgf
Mechanical life 200 mating cycles
Weight 5.4 g
Compliance RoHS compliant

 

Typical mechanically compatible valves

Preamplifier and dual triodes: ECC83 / 12AX7 / 7025, ECC82 / 12AU7 and ECC81 / 12AT7

Audio and RF triodes: ECC88 / 6DJ8, E88CC / 6922 and 6N11

Power valve: EL84 / 6BQ5

Rectifiers: EZ80 / 6V4 and EZ81 / 6CA4

A common Noval B9A base does not guarantee electrical interchangeability. Pinout, heater data and operating values must match the relevant circuit.

Alternative designations

Internationally used designations for this format include Noval, B9A, Pico-9, 9-Pin Miniature, Miniature 9-Pin, E9-1, E9-68, 9-Pin PCB Tube Socket and Noval PCB Socket.

PCB mounting and application questions

What PCB hole pattern is required?

For the nine solder pins, use 9 × Ø 1.5 mm holes on a Ø 20 mm pitch circle. The PCB must also provide the creepage and clearance distances required by the circuit.

Which valves fit mechanically?

Noval B9A valves such as ECC83 / 12AX7, ECC82 / 12AU7, ECC81 / 12AT7, ECC88 / 6DJ8, E88CC / 6922, 6N11, EL84 / 6BQ5, EZ80 / 6V4 and EZ81 / 6CA4 fit mechanically. A common base does not guarantee electrical interchangeability; pinout, heater data and operating values must match the circuit.

What contact construction is used?

The socket uses silver-plated spring cup contacts of the tulip type. During soldering, prevent solder and flux from entering the contact springs.

Is this socket suitable for new designs and repairs?

Yes. The compact PCB socket is suitable for new board layouts as well as repair and restoration work, provided that the existing footprint, component height and electrical clearances agree with the technical data.

Note: All brand names mentioned, such as Marshall, Fender, etc., are registered trademarks of their respective owners and are used here for descriptive and compatibility purposes only.

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BTB Elektronik Vertriebs GmbH Kepler Strasse 6
DE-90766 Fürth
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The EU Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (2011/65/EU = "RoHS 2") aims to exclude certain hazardous substances from electrical and electronic equipment or to restrict the use of certain substances in electrical and electronic equipment. These include substances such as lead, mercury, cadmium, and chromium, as well as certain brominated flame retardants and plasticizers. These substances may only be used in electrical and electronic equipment up to a maximum concentration limit, unless exemptions in the annexes to the directive permit their use under certain conditions. This can reduce and eliminate harmful substances and improve the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. To find out whether the component you purchased from us is permitted in your device, please refer to the current directive or the current law applicable to your country. If you are a manufacturer, please feel free to contact us to find out whether the component you require can be tested and approved according to the current directives. We would be happy to assist you.

Fact sheet on EU Directive 2011/65/EU
Restriction of the use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (PDF, not accessible, 2 MB)

Implementation of the RoHS Directive:
https://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/waste-and-recycling/rohs-directive/implementation-rohs-directive_en

Source: IHK Mittelfranken

This product is: RoHS konform

Tariff Number: 85369010

Country of Origin: CN