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Amp Stuff => Tube Amp Building - Tweaks - Repairs => Topic started by: theRagman on August 18, 2026, 12:50:45 pm

Title: Where to ground 6n2p shield?
Post by: theRagman on August 18, 2026, 12:50:45 pm

I ended up with a pile of 6n2p-EV tubes, which I'm planning on tinkering with for my personal amp builds. Pin 9 is a shield that is supposed to be grounded, but I'm not sure what the best practice is for that. Should I ground it to the main signal ground near the input jack, or is it fine to ground it to the chassis nearby?

Title: Re: Where to ground 6n2p shield?
Post by: sluckey on August 18, 2026, 02:04:35 pm

I would use a ground lug connected to the mounting screw of the tube socket. Neat and short.

Title: Re: Where to ground 6n2p shield?
Post by: theRagman on August 18, 2026, 04:31:33 pm

Quote from: sluckey on August 18, 2026, 02:04:35 pm

I would use a ground lug connected to the mounting screw of the tube socket. Neat and short.

That sure is the answer I was hoping for! Thank you.