Part | RoHS | 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 | Size Code | No. of Terminals | Package Style (Meter) | Terminal Shape | Sub-Category | Dimensions | Minimum Operating Temperature | Temperature Coef (ppm/Cel) | Terminal Finish | Length (Lead) | Height (Package) | Manufacturer Series | Operating Voltage | Additional Features | Type (Actuator) | Length (Package) | JESD-609 Code | Series | Diameter (Package) | Reference Standard | Width (Package) | Ganging Number | Angle Of Rotation |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
Panel Mount |
500000 ohm |
.25 W |
70 Cel |
20 % |
1 |
HORIZONTAL |
CARBON |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
AUDIO |
Circular |
3 |
Panel Mount |
LUG |
POTENTIOMETER |
-10 Cel |
250 V |
SHAFT |
11.5 mm |
24 mm |
1 |
300 deg |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
10000 ohm |
.5 W |
70 Cel |
20 % |
CARBON |
Rotary |
Panel Mount |
Variable Resistors |
-10 Cel |
TIN |
500 V |
11.8 mm |
e3 |
24 mm |
300 deg |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
POTENTIOMETER |
CHASSIS MOUNT |
1000 ohm |
3 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
1 |
70 Cel |
HORIZONTAL |
CERMET |
LINEAR |
Circular |
BULK |
3 |
Panel Mount |
LUG |
Variable Resistors |
-55 Cel |
150 |
Matte Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
54.8 V |
SHAFT |
13 mm |
e3 |
19.7 mm |
CECC41000; IEC60393-1 |
1 |
270 deg |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
POTENTIOMETER |
PANEL MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
1.5 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
1 |
70 Cel |
HORIZONTAL |
CERMET |
LINEAR |
Fully Sealed |
BULK |
3 |
Panel Mount |
LUG |
Variable Resistors |
-55 Cel |
150 |
Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
122.5 V |
STANDARD: IEC60393-1 |
SHAFT |
9.5 mm |
e3 |
12.7 mm |
CECC41000 |
1 |
270 deg |
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Tt Electronics Plc |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
20000 ohm |
.125 W |
20 % |
1 |
VERTICAL |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
4 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
7 mm |
RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 200 |
SLIDE |
60 mm |
9 mm |
2 |
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Amphenol |
POTENTIOMETER |
SURFACE MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
.1 W |
85 Cel |
30 % |
1 |
50 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CARBON |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
TR, EMBOSSED, 13 INCH |
2525 |
3 |
SMT |
FLAT |
-40 Cel |
1500 |
4.4 mm |
SCREW |
6.3 mm |
6.3 mm |
1 |
200 deg |
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Amphenol |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
47000 ohm |
.1 W |
70 Cel |
20 % |
1 |
50 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CARBON |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
Bulk |
3 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
-25 Cel |
3.3 mm |
3.5 mm |
SCREW |
6.3 mm |
6.3 mm |
1 |
200 deg |
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Piher Sensors And Controls Sa |
TRIMMER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
5000 ohm |
.1 W |
70 Cel |
20 % |
1 |
50 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CARBON FILM |
CIRCULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
BULK |
3 |
SNAP-IN |
-25 Cel |
PT-6 |
SCREW |
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Amphenol |
TRIMMER |
PCB MOUNT |
5000 ohm |
.1 W |
70 Cel |
20 % |
1 |
50 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CARBON |
LINEAR |
Circular |
Bulk |
3 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
-25 Cel |
300 |
3.3 mm |
100 V |
FLAME PROOF |
SCREW |
4 mm |
6.3 mm |
1 |
200 deg |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
100000 ohm |
.2 W |
50 Cel |
20 % |
VERTICAL |
CARBON |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
3 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
Other Resistors |
-10 Cel |
TIN |
3.7 mm |
5.7 mm |
200 V |
SLIDE |
45 mm |
e3 |
9 mm |
1 |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
100000 ohm |
.25 W |
50 Cel |
20 % |
VERTICAL |
CARBON |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
3 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
Other Resistors |
-10 Cel |
TIN |
3.7 mm |
5.7 mm |
200 V |
SLIDE |
60 mm |
e3 |
9 mm |
1 |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
.25 W |
50 Cel |
20 % |
VERTICAL |
CARBON |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
3 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
Other Resistors |
-10 Cel |
Tin (Sn) |
3.7 mm |
5.7 mm |
200 V |
SLIDE |
75 mm |
e3 |
9 mm |
1 |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
.125 W |
50 Cel |
20 % |
VERTICAL |
CARBON |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
6 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
Other Resistors |
-10 Cel |
Tin (Sn) |
3.7 mm |
5.7 mm |
200 V |
SLIDE |
75 mm |
e3 |
9 mm |
2 |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
5000 ohm |
.25 W |
60 Cel |
20 % |
VERTICAL |
CARBON |
AUDIO |
Metal Housing |
3 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
-10 Cel |
MATTE TIN |
8 mm |
350 V |
SLIDE |
128 mm |
e3 |
15 mm |
1 |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
.1 W |
55 Cel |
20 % |
70 Cel |
CARBON |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
6 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
Other Resistors |
-10 Cel |
7 mm |
SLIDE |
75 mm |
9 mm |
1 |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
.1 W |
55 Cel |
20 % |
70 Cel |
CARBON |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
6 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
Variable Resistors |
-10 Cel |
7 mm |
SLIDE |
75 mm |
9 mm |
1 |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
.1 W |
55 Cel |
20 % |
70 Cel |
CARBON |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
6 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
Variable Resistors |
-10 Cel |
MATTE TIN |
7 mm |
SLIDE |
75 mm |
e3 |
9 mm |
1 |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
.1 W |
55 Cel |
20 % |
70 Cel |
CARBON |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
6 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
Variable Resistors |
-10 Cel |
7 mm |
SLIDE |
75 mm |
9 mm |
1 |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
.05 W |
50 Cel |
20 % |
1 |
VERTICAL |
CARBON |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
3 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
POTENTIOMETER |
-10 Cel |
TIN |
20 V |
RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 50 |
SHAFT |
12 mm |
e3 |
7.5 mm |
1 |
300 deg |
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Ohmite Manufacturing |
POTENTIOMETER |
PANEL MOUNT |
12 ohm |
50 W |
10 % |
1 |
HORIZONTAL |
WIRE WOUND |
CIRCULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Open Core |
3 |
Panel Mount |
LUG |
Variable Resistors |
SHAFT |
34.93 mm |
58.67 mm |
1 |
300 deg |
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Alps Alpine |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
.1 W |
70 Cel |
20 % |
1 |
HORIZONTAL |
CIRCULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Circular |
BULK |
6 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
-10 Cel |
4 mm |
5 V |
RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 150 |
SHAFT |
12.1 mm |
16 mm |
2 |
300 deg |
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Ohmite Manufacturing |
POTENTIOMETER |
PANEL MOUNT |
2 ohm |
100 W |
10 % |
1 |
HORIZONTAL |
WIRE WOUND |
CIRCULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Open Core |
3 |
Panel Mount |
LUG |
Variable Resistors |
SHAFT |
44.45 mm |
79.38 mm |
1 |
300 deg |
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Ohmite Manufacturing |
POTENTIOMETER |
PANEL MOUNT |
5 ohm |
100 W |
10 % |
1 |
HORIZONTAL |
WIRE WOUND |
CIRCULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Open Core |
3 |
Panel Mount |
LUG |
Variable Resistors |
SHAFT |
44.45 mm |
79.38 mm |
1 |
300 deg |
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Ohmite Manufacturing |
POTENTIOMETER |
PANEL MOUNT |
80 ohm |
500 W |
10 % |
1 |
HORIZONTAL |
WIRE WOUND |
CIRCULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Open Core |
3 |
Panel Mount |
LUG |
Variable Resistors |
SHAFT |
53.98 mm |
203.2 mm |
1 |
325 deg |
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Nidec Copal Electronics |
TRIMMER |
SURFACE MOUNT |
100000 ohm |
.25 W |
150 Cel |
10 % |
11 |
85 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CERMET |
LINEAR |
Sealed |
TR, EMBOSSED, 7 INCH |
1914 |
3 |
SMT |
J BEND |
-65 Cel |
100 |
Tin/Copper (Sn/Cu) |
5.1 mm |
158 V |
FLAME PROOF |
SCREW |
4.8 mm |
e2 |
3.5 mm |
1 |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
TRIMMER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
200 ohm |
.5 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
.46 mm |
1 |
70 Cel |
HORIZONTAL |
CERMET |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Trimmer |
TUBE |
2619 |
3 |
PCB Mount |
WIRE |
POTENTIOMETER |
-55 Cel |
100 |
Tin/Silver (Sn97Ag3) |
5.46 mm |
7 mm |
10 V |
SCREW |
6.6 mm |
4.7 mm |
240 deg |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
TRIMMER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
.5 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
.46 mm |
1 |
70 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CERMET |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Trimmer |
TUBE |
2628 |
3 |
PCB Mount |
WIRE |
POTENTIOMETER |
-55 Cel |
100 |
Tin/Silver (Sn97Ag3) |
5.46 mm |
4.7 mm |
70.7 V |
SCREW |
6.6 mm |
7 mm |
240 deg |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
TRIMMER |
PCB MOUNT |
4700 ohm |
.5 W |
125 Cel |
20 % |
1 |
70 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CERMET |
CIRCULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Sealed |
Bulk |
3 |
PCB Mount |
WIRE |
POTENTIOMETER |
-55 Cel |
100 |
Tin/Silver (Sn97Ag3) |
4.5 mm |
48.5 V |
STANDARD: IEC60393-1 |
SCREW |
6 mm |
7 mm |
CECC41100 |
1 |
270 deg |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
TRIMMER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
5000 ohm |
.5 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
.5 mm |
21 |
70 Cel |
HORIZONTAL |
CERMET |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
TUBE |
3 |
PCB Mount |
WIRE |
-55 Cel |
100 |
Matte Tin (Sn) |
5 mm |
9.8 mm |
50 V |
SCREW |
9.7 mm |
e3 |
5 mm |
1 |
7560 deg |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
TRIMMER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
1000 ohm |
.5 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
.5 mm |
21 |
70 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CERMET |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
TUBE |
3 |
PCB Mount |
WIRE |
POTENTIOMETER |
-55 Cel |
100 |
Matte Tin (Sn) |
5 mm |
9.8 mm |
22.4 V |
SCREW |
9.7 mm |
e3 |
5 mm |
1 |
7560 deg |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
TRIMMER |
SURFACE MOUNT |
5000 ohm |
.25 W |
155 Cel |
10 % |
.45 mm |
14 |
70 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CERMET |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
TUBE |
2720 |
3 |
SMT |
WIRE |
-55 Cel |
100 |
Tin (Sn) |
6.85 mm |
35.3 V |
SCREW |
6.85 mm |
e3 |
5 mm |
1 |
5040 deg |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
TRIMMER |
1000 ohm |
.25 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
CERMET |
Sealed |
TR |
1819 |
SMT |
Variable Resistors |
-55 Cel |
100 |
Matte Tin (Sn) |
3.5 mm |
15.8 V |
4.6 mm |
e3 |
4.8 mm |
3960 deg |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
TRIMMER |
SURFACE MOUNT |
.25 W |
155 Cel |
10 % |
11 |
70 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CERMET |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
TR |
1819 |
3 |
SMT |
FLAT |
Variable Resistors |
-55 Cel |
100 |
Matte Tin (Sn) |
3.5 mm |
158 V |
STANDARD: IEC60393-1 |
SCREW |
4.6 mm |
e3 |
CECC41000 |
4.8 mm |
1 |
3960 deg |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
POTENTIOMETER |
10000 ohm |
.25 W |
150 Cel |
5 % |
.41 mm |
METAL FOIL |
Trimmer Pot |
Box |
2518 |
PCB Mount |
Variable Resistors |
-55 Cel |
10 |
Gold (Au) |
5.08 mm |
6.35 mm |
6.35 mm |
e4 |
1240 |
MIL-PRF-39035 |
4.45 mm |
7560 deg |
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Cts |
POTENTIOMETER |
PANEL MOUNT |
1000 ohm |
5 W |
105 Cel |
20 % |
1 |
25 Cel |
HORIZONTAL |
WIRE WOUND |
LINEAR |
Rotary |
BULK |
3 |
Panel Mount |
LUG |
-30 Cel |
500 V |
SHAFT |
11.9 mm |
23.8 mm |
1 |
305 deg |
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TE Connectivity |
POTENTIOMETER |
HORIZONTAL |
11.35mm x 9.5mm x 7.05mm |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
POTENTIOMETER |
50000 ohm |
1 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
CERMET |
Trimmer Pot |
Box |
4935 |
PCB Mount |
Variable Resistors |
-40 Cel |
150 |
Tin (Sn) |
8.85 mm |
13.1 mm |
12.5 mm |
e3 |
8.83 mm |
270 deg |
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Vishay Intertechnology |
POTENTIOMETER |
2000 ohm |
1 W |
125 Cel |
20 % |
CONDUCTIVE PLASTIC |
Servo Mount |
Box |
Panel Mount |
Variable Resistors |
-55 Cel |
600 |
MODEL157 |
11.56 mm |
MODEL 157 |
22.2 mm |
340 deg |
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Nte Electronics |
POTENTIOMETER |
CHASSIS MOUNT |
50 ohm |
225 W |
375 Cel |
10 % |
VERTICAL |
WIRE WOUND |
LINEAR |
Tubular |
3 |
Chassis Mount |
LUG |
260 |
RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 1000 |
SLIDE |
267 mm |
28.7 mm |
1 |
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Cts |
POTENTIOMETER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
.0125 W |
85 Cel |
10 % |
50 Cel |
VERTICAL |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
6 |
WIRE |
-10 Cel |
JOYSTICK |
2 |
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Tt Electronics Plc |
TRIMMER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
10000 ohm |
.5 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
1 |
70 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CERMET |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
TUBE |
3 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
Variable Resistors |
-55 Cel |
100 |
Matte Tin (Sn) |
5.08 mm |
4.83 mm |
300 V |
RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 300 |
SCREW |
6.86 mm |
e3 |
6.86 mm |
1 |
210 deg |
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Tt Electronics Plc |
TRIMMER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
1000 ohm |
.5 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
1 |
70 Cel |
HORIZONTAL |
CERMET |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
TR, 14 INCH |
3 |
PCB Mount |
FLAT |
Variable Resistors |
-55 Cel |
100 |
Matte Tin (Sn) |
5.08 mm |
4.83 mm |
300 V |
RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 300 |
SCREW |
6.86 mm |
e3 |
6.86 mm |
1 |
210 deg |
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Bourns |
TRIMMER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
250000 ohm |
.75 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
.51 mm |
15 |
70 Cel |
HORIZONTAL |
CERMET |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Trimmer Pot |
TUBE |
7519 |
3 |
PCB Mount |
WIRE |
Variable Resistors |
-55 Cel |
100 |
MATTE TIN |
5.33 mm |
6.35 mm |
400 V |
SCREW |
19.05 mm |
e3 |
4.83 mm |
5400 deg |
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Bourns |
TRIMMER |
THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
2000 ohm |
.75 W |
125 Cel |
10 % |
.51 mm |
15 |
70 Cel |
HORIZONTAL |
CERMET |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Trimmer Pot |
TUBE |
7519 |
3 |
PCB Mount |
WIRE |
Variable Resistors |
-55 Cel |
100 |
Matte Tin (Sn) |
5.33 mm |
6.35 mm |
400 V |
SCREW |
19.05 mm |
e3 |
4.83 mm |
5400 deg |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
50000 ohm |
.25 W |
125 Cel |
20 % |
CONDUCTIVE PLASTIC |
Compact |
PCB Mount |
Variable Resistors |
-55 Cel |
1000 |
SILVER |
8.28 mm |
31.75 mm |
e4 |
6.99 mm |
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Bourns |
TRIMMER |
SURFACE MOUNT |
20000 ohm |
.25 W |
150 Cel |
10 % |
5 |
85 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CERMET |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Trimmer Pot |
TR, EMBOSSED, 7 INCH |
1420 |
3 |
SMT |
J BEND |
Variable Resistors |
-65 Cel |
100 |
MATTE TIN |
4.8 mm |
300 V |
SCREW |
3.5 mm |
e3 |
5.1 mm |
1800 deg |
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Bourns |
POTENTIOMETER |
SURFACE MOUNT |
2000 ohm |
.25 W |
150 Cel |
10 % |
12 |
85 Cel |
HORIZONTAL |
CERMET |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Trimmer Pot |
TR, EMBOSSED, 7 INCH |
1918 |
3 |
SMT |
HOOK |
POTENTIOMETER |
-65 Cel |
100 |
MATTE TIN |
3.71 mm |
SCREW |
4.8 mm |
e3 |
4.6 mm |
1 |
4320 deg |
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Bourns |
TRIMMER |
SURFACE MOUNT |
10 ohm |
.25 W |
150 Cel |
10 % |
12 |
85 Cel |
VERTICAL |
CERMET |
RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
LINEAR |
Rectangular |
TR, EMBOSSED, 7 INCH |
1914 |
3 |
SMT |
J BEND |
POTENTIOMETER |
-65 Cel |
100 |
Matte Tin (Sn) |
5.1 mm |
SCREW |
4.8 mm |
e3 |
3.5 mm |
1 |
4320 deg |
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.