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Another 6SQ7 question:

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On the EH150 schematic,it doesnt show what to do with the diodes in the tube.Do these need to be grounded?
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Re: Another 6SQ7 question:

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Pins 4 & 5 6SQ7, the detector plates, are shorted to the cathode to minimize interference.

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Re: Another 6SQ7 question:

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Pin 1 is grounded to a tab bolted with the tube socket mounting screw.

Per tube data sheet the diodes are pin 4 & 5 which are the detector plates.
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