Variable Resistors

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Part	Manufacturer	Resistor Type	Mounting Type	Resistance	Rated Power Dissipation (P)	Maximum Operating Temperature	Tolerance	No. of Turns	Rated Temperature	Orientation (Actuator)	Technology	Law Of Resistance	Construction	Packing Method	No. of Terminals	Package Style (Meter)	Terminal Shape	Minimum Operating Temperature	Temperature Coef (ppm/Cel)	Terminal Finish	Length (Lead)	Height (Package)	Operating Voltage	Additional Features	Type (Actuator)	Length (Package)	JESD-609 Code	Diameter (Package)	Reference Standard	Width (Package)	Ganging Number	Angle Of Rotation
PS45M-1MD2LR20K	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
PS45M-0MC2LR10KN	Tt Electronics Plc	POTENTIOMETER	THROUGH HOLE MOUNT	10000 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
PS20L-G01BR10K	Tt Electronics Plc	POTENTIOMETER	THROUGH HOLE MOUNT	10000 ohm	.05 W		20 %	1		HORIZONTAL		LINEAR	Rectangular		4	PCB Mount	FLAT					7 mm		RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 200	SLIDE	35 mm				9 mm	2
PTA4544-2010DPA103	Bourns	POTENTIOMETER	THROUGH HOLE MOUNT	10000 ohm	.06 W	50 Cel	20 %			VERTICAL	CARBON	AUDIO	Rectangular		6	PCB Mount	FLAT	-10 Cel			3.7 mm	5.7 mm	150 V		SLIDE	60 mm				9 mm	2
PTV09A-4020S-A503	Bourns	POTENTIOMETER	PCB MOUNT	50000 ohm	.05 W	50 Cel	20 %	1		HORIZONTAL	CARBON	AUDIO	Rectangular		3	PCB Mount	FLAT	-10 Cel		TIN			20 V	RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 50	SHAFT	10 mm	e3			6.8 mm	1	280 deg
P11S1V0FGSY00104MA	Vishay Intertechnology	POTENTIOMETER	CHASSIS MOUNT	100000 ohm	1 W	125 Cel	20 %	1	70 Cel	HORIZONTAL	CERMET	LINEAR	Rectangular	BULK	3	Panel Mount	LUG	-55 Cel	150	Tin (Sn)		13.1 mm	316 V		SHAFT	12.5 mm	e3			11.1 mm	1	270 deg
P11S1V0FGSY00472MA	Vishay Intertechnology	POTENTIOMETER	CHASSIS MOUNT	4700 ohm	1 W	125 Cel	20 %	1	70 Cel	HORIZONTAL	CERMET	LINEAR	Rectangular	BULK	3	Panel Mount	LUG	-55 Cel	150	Tin (Sn)		13.1 mm	69 V		SHAFT	12.5 mm	e3			11.1 mm	1	270 deg
RK09L12B0A1V	Alps Alpine	POTENTIOMETER	THROUGH HOLE MOUNT	10000 ohm	.05 W	70 Cel	20 %	1		HORIZONTAL		LOGARITHMIC	Rectangular	TRAY	6	PCB Mount	FLAT	-10 Cel			3.5 mm	11.35 mm	10 V	RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 50	SHAFT	10.7 mm				9.15 mm	2	300 deg
RK09L122002H	Alps Alpine	POTENTIOMETER	THROUGH HOLE MOUNT	10000 ohm	.05 W	70 Cel	20 %	1		HORIZONTAL		LINEAR	Rectangular	TRAY	6	PCB Mount	FLAT	-10 Cel			3.5 mm	11.35 mm	10 V	RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 50	SHAFT	10.7 mm				9.15 mm	2	300 deg
RK09L122002L	Alps Alpine	POTENTIOMETER	THROUGH HOLE MOUNT	10000 ohm	.05 W	70 Cel	20 %	1		HORIZONTAL		LINEAR	Rectangular	TRAY	6	PCB Mount	FLAT	-10 Cel			3.5 mm	11.35 mm	10 V	RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 50	SHAFT	10.7 mm				9.15 mm	2	300 deg
RK09L12B0A4S	Alps Alpine	POTENTIOMETER	THROUGH HOLE MOUNT	10000 ohm	.05 W	70 Cel	20 %	1		HORIZONTAL		LOGARITHMIC	Rectangular	TRAY	6	PCB Mount	FLAT	-10 Cel			3.5 mm	11.35 mm	10 V	RATED AC VOLTAGE (V): 50	SHAFT	10.7 mm				9.15 mm	2	300 deg
225WA050	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
XB4BD912R1K	Schneider Electric Sa	POTENTIOMETER	PANEL MOUNT	1000 ohm	1 W	70 Cel	10 %	1	70 Cel	HORIZONTAL	CERMET	LINEAR	Round		3	Panel Mount	CONNECTOR	-40 Cel				46.5 mm	42 V		KNOB	51.24 mm			CSA; IEC; UL	30 mm	1	360 deg

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.