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Part	Manufacturer	Resistor Type	Mounting Type	Resistance	Rated Power Dissipation (P)	Maximum Operating Temperature	Tolerance	Diameter (Lead)	No. of Turns	Rated Temperature	Orientation (Actuator)	Technology	Shape (Package)	Law Of Resistance	Construction	Packing Method	No. of Terminals	Package Style (Meter)	Terminal Shape	Sub-Category	Minimum Operating Temperature	Temperature Coef (ppm/Cel)	Terminal Finish	Length (Lead)	Height (Package)	Operating Voltage	Type (Actuator)	Length (Package)	JESD-609 Code	Reference Standard	Width (Package)	Ganging Number	Angle Of Rotation
RJ12FY104	Bourns	TRIMMER	THROUGH HOLE MOUNT	100000 ohm	1 W	150 Cel	10 %	.71 mm	22	70 Cel	HORIZONTAL	CERMET	RECTANGULAR PACKAGE	LINEAR	Rectangular	TUBE	3	PCB Mount	WIRE	Variable Resistors	-55 Cel	100	TIN LEAD	12.7 mm	8 mm	400 V	SCREW	31.75 mm	e0	MIL-PRF-22097	4.83 mm	1	7920 deg
RJ12FY202	Bourns	TRIMMER	THROUGH HOLE MOUNT	2000 ohm	1 W	150 Cel	10 %	.71 mm	22	70 Cel	HORIZONTAL	CERMET	RECTANGULAR PACKAGE	LINEAR	Rectangular	TUBE	3	PCB Mount	WIRE	Variable Resistors	-55 Cel	100	TIN LEAD	12.7 mm	8 mm	400 V	SCREW	31.75 mm	e0	MIL-PRF-22097	4.83 mm	1	7920 deg
RT12C2Y103	Defense Logistics Agency	TRIMMER	THROUGH HOLE MOUNT	10000 ohm	1 W	150 Cel	5 %	.71 mm	22	70 Cel	HORIZONTAL	WIRE WOUND	RECTANGULAR PACKAGE	LINEAR		TUBE	3	PCB Mount	WIRE	Variable Resistors	-55 Cel			12.7 mm	8 mm		SCREW	31.75 mm		MIL-PRF-27208	4.83 mm

Variable Resistors

Variable resistors, also known as potentiometers or rheostats, are electrical components that can adjust the resistance in a circuit. They typically consist of a resistive element and a movable wiper, which can be adjusted by a knob or a slider. By changing the position of the wiper, the resistance between two terminals of the resistor can be varied, allowing for precise control of the amount of current flowing through the circuit.

Variable resistors are commonly used in a variety of electronic applications, such as audio equipment, lighting controls, and motor speed controls. They can also be used as voltage dividers, where the resistance value can be adjusted to achieve a desired output voltage. Variable resistors come in various shapes and sizes, including rotary potentiometers, slide potentiometers, trimmers, and preset resistors.

One of the main advantages of variable resistors is their versatility, as they can be used to control a wide range of electrical parameters, such as voltage, current, and power. They can also be used for calibration and testing purposes, as they allow for precise adjustment of circuit parameters. However, variable resistors also have some limitations, such as limited lifetime due to wear and tear, and the potential for noise and instability at higher resistance values.