Vacuum Tube - 5881WXT, Sovtek

Vacuum Tube - 5881WXT, Sovtek

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The Sovtek 5881WXT is the same as the 5881 but with a full size base for easy installation in vintage amp designs. The Sovtek 5881 delivers a warm, round tone that "sweetens" any vintage or modern guitar amp design.

Built to rigid military standards, the 5881 will tolerate higher voltages than any other 6L6. In fact, they're frequently used as replacements for the old 7027 model in vintage Ampegs. Extremely consistent from piece to piece.

The Sovtek 5881 has a heater voltage of 6.3 volts at 0.88 amperes.

Apex Tube Matching
Matched versions of this tube use Apex Matching
SKU:
T-5881WXT-SV
Item ID:
004547
Brand:
Sovtek, Apex Matched
Type:
RoHS Compliant
Part Numbers
Single or MatchedOur Part NumberUPC/EAN
Apex Matched PairT-5881WXT-SV-MP609722124041
Apex Matched QuadT-5881WXT-SV-MQ609722124058
SingleT-5881WXT-SOVT683274021324
Product Measurements by Type
Capacitance, Cathode to Heater11 pF
Capacitance, Transfer1.0 pF
Capacitance, input11 pF
Capacitance, output6.7 pF
Cathode to Heater Insulation Resistance4 MΩ
Filament Current (If)840 - 920 mA
Grid 1 Insulation Resistance200 MΩ
Grid 1 Inverse Current0.5 mA
Grid 2 Current6 mA
Height, base to top3.5 in.
Internal Resistance (Ri)18 kΩ - 75 kΩ
Non-linear Harmonic Distortion15 %
Output Power (POut)5.8 W
Plate Current (Ia)60 mA - 86 mA
Readiness Time50 s
Transconductance (S)5.2 mA/V - 6.8 mA/V
Packaging Information
Packaging DimensionsApex Matched Pair versionT-5881WXT-SV-MP5.1 in. × 3.5 in. × 1.8 in.
Apex Matched Quad versionT-5881WXT-SV-MQ5.1 in. × 3.5 in. × 3.5 in.
Single versionT-5881WXT-SOVT1.5 in. × 1.5 in. × 4 in.
Weight (Packaging)Apex Matched Pair versionT-5881WXT-SV-MP0.266 lbs.
Apex Matched Quad versionT-5881WXT-SV-MQ0.532 lbs.
Single versionT-5881WXT-SOVT0.133 lbs.
Product Measurements by Item
T-5881WXT-SOVT - Single versionCapacitance, Cathode to Heater11 pF
Capacitance, Transfer1.0 pF
Capacitance, input11 pF
Capacitance, output6.7 pF
Cathode to Heater Insulation Resistance4 MΩ
Filament Current (If)840 - 920 mA
Grid 1 Insulation Resistance200 MΩ
Grid 1 Inverse Current0.5 mA
Grid 2 Current6 mA
Height, base to top3.5 in.
Internal Resistance (Ri)18 kΩ - 75 kΩ
Non-linear Harmonic Distortion15 %
Output Power (POut)5.8 W
Plate Current (Ia)60 mA - 86 mA
Readiness Time50 s
Transconductance (S)5.2 mA/V - 6.8 mA/V
T-5881WXT-SV-MP - Apex Matched Pair versionCapacitance, Cathode to Heater11 pF
Capacitance, Transfer1.0 pF
Capacitance, input11 pF
Capacitance, output6.7 pF
Cathode to Heater Insulation Resistance4 MΩ
Filament Current (If)840 - 920 mA
Grid 1 Insulation Resistance200 MΩ
Grid 1 Inverse Current0.5 mA
Grid 2 Current6 mA
Height, base to top3.5 in.
Internal Resistance (Ri)18 kΩ - 75 kΩ
Non-linear Harmonic Distortion15 %
Output Power (POut)5.8 W
Plate Current (Ia)60 mA - 86 mA
Readiness Time50 s
Transconductance (S)5.2 mA/V - 6.8 mA/V
T-5881WXT-SV-MQ - Apex Matched Quad versionCapacitance, Cathode to Heater11 pF
Capacitance, Transfer1.0 pF
Capacitance, input11 pF
Capacitance, output6.7 pF
Cathode to Heater Insulation Resistance4 MΩ
Filament Current (If)840 - 920 mA
Grid 1 Insulation Resistance200 MΩ
Grid 1 Inverse Current0.5 mA
Grid 2 Current6 mA
Height, base to top3.5 in.
Internal Resistance (Ri)18 kΩ - 75 kΩ
Non-linear Harmonic Distortion15 %
Output Power (POut)5.8 W
Plate Current (Ia)60 mA - 86 mA
Readiness Time50 s
Transconductance (S)5.2 mA/V - 6.8 mA/V

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Questions and Answers

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Asked by Anonymous on November 23rd, 2016.
Matt H.
November 23rd, 2016
Staff Member
Hello, this tube is 500 volts.
Asked by Anonymous on October 2nd, 2021.
BradWbr
October 4th, 2021
Staff Member
Tube tone is subjective and our 6L6 comparison chart should help you determine what choice is best for you and your playing. https://www.amplifiedparts.com/tech-articles/6l6gc-comparison-current-made-tubes

Product Reviews

5.00 out of 5 based on 3 reviews
John Jankowski - September 2nd, 2022
5 out of 5

Perfectly matched pair. Excellent performance.

jchurch_no1sn.com - March 3rd, 2022
5 out of 5

Rugged tube. Able to withstand v4 plate voltage. But made for russian military. We don't buy Russian tubes anymore.

Eric Tripton - February 23rd, 2022
5 out of 5

My tubes were in perfect working order. Packaged well and reliable. You all have become my new go to store for tubes, above all others.
Very satisfied with your service.

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