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RE: How long will 6BX7GT, 6BL7GTA and 6SN7GTB last

At 100mA, about 14 seconds.
At 1mA, who knows?

Even if you do not exceed the plate watt rating, the voltage will tend to break down the insulation over time and short the tube. The BX and BL are typically sturdier to excess voltage.
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