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Bourns 3852A162501A Panel Control Potentiometer

The Bourns 3852A-162-501A is a versatile 3/4” diameter panel control potentiometer designed for applications requiring precise and reliable adjustment. It offers both linear and audio tapers, catering to a wide range of control needs. The potentiometer's minimal depth package makes it suitable for space-constrained environments, while its good resolution ensures accurate positioning. Common applications include industrial equipment, consumer electronics, and automotive systems where precise control and durability are essential. The potentiometer is designed for easy integration with printed circuit terminals or solder lugs, simplifying the manufacturing process.

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Bourns 3852A162501A Panel Control Potentiometer Specifications:

  • Conductive Plastic Element Resistance Range: 1 K to 1 megohm
  • Cermet Element Resistance Range: 100 ohms to 1 megohm
  • Total Resistance Tolerance: ±5 % or ±10 %
  • Independent Linearity: ±5 % (A & H tapers)
  • Absolute Minimum Resistance: 2 ohms maximum
  • Effective Electrical Angle (Linear tapers): 250 ° ±5 °
  • Effective Electrical Angle (Audio tapers): 225 ° ±5 °
  • Contact Resistance Variation: ±3 % of total resistance or 3 ohms
  • Dielectric Withstanding Voltage (Sea Level): 900 VAC minimum
  • Dielectric Withstanding Voltage (70,000 Feet): 350 VAC minimum
  • Insulation Resistance: 1,000 megohms minimum
  • Power Rating (+70 °C, Linear tapers): 1 watt
  • Power Rating (+70 °C, Audio tapers): 0.5 watt
  • Power Rating (+125 °C): 0 watt
  • Theoretical Resolution: Essentially infinite
  • Operating Temperature Range: -1 °C to +125 °C
  • Storage Temperature Range: -65 °C to +150 °C
  • Temperature Coefficient Over Storage Temperature Range: ±150 ppm/°C
  • Vibration: 20 G
  • Total Resistance Shift (Vibration): ±2 % maximum
  • Voltage Ratio Shift (Vibration): ±6 % maximum
  • Shock: 100 G
  • Total Resistance Shift (Shock): ±2 % maximum
  • Voltage Ratio Shift (Shock): ±6 % maximum
  • Load Life (Total Resistance Shift): ±3 % maximum
  • Rotational Life (Total Resistance Shift): ±5 % or 5 ohms
  • Moisture Resistance (Total Resistance Shift): ±2 % maximum
  • IP Rating: IP 40
  • Stop Strength: 56.5 N-cm (5 lb.-in.)
  • Mechanical Angle: 280 ° ±5 °
  • Torque (Starting and Running): 0.11 to 2.12 N-cm (0.15 to 3.0 oz.-in.)
  • Mounting Torque: 1.7-2.0 N-m (15-18 lb.-in.)
  • Weight: 30 grams maximum

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