Description
The Loctal B8G socket is an 8-pin socket designed to accept valves with the loctal base style, a proprietary base type developed by Sylvania in the late 1930s. Loctal valves feature a locking mechanism that engages with the socket, providing a secure connection resistant to vibration — a key advantage in aircraft and military applications.
Loctal valves including the 7N7, 7AF7, 14N7, and others were used in a variety of vintage radio and audio equipment. Replacement sockets are increasingly scarce, making them essential for restorers working on equipment specifying this base type.
Suitable for DIY amp building and restoration projects requiring loctal base compatibility. Supplied as a single socket.
