Yes, and no!

You have to watch the filament current.  The 5Y3 draws 2-amperes and the 5U4 
draws 3-amperes.  If you have one, a 5R4 would work fine without worrying about 
the filament current.  The 5R4 also draws 2-amperes.
 
Glen, K9STH


Website:  http://k9sth.com


On Saturday, May 24, 2014 12:46 PM, Bob Jackson <[email protected]> wrote:
 


Can a 5Y3 be subbed for a 5U4 for testing purposes?

Bob
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