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Bourns 3856A286103AL Panel Control Potentiometer

The Bourns 3856A-286-103AL is a versatile 3/4” diameter panel control potentiometer designed for a wide range of industrial applications. It offers single-turn operation (3851 and 3852) and 3-3/4-turn (3856) options, along with linear and audio tapers to suit diverse control needs. The potentiometer features a wide resistance range, a minimal depth package, and good resolution, making it suitable for applications requiring precise control and compact design. It is RoHS compliant and designed for reliable performance across a wide temperature range, ensuring consistent operation in demanding environments. The potentiometer's robust construction and various mechanical characteristics, including stop strength and torque specifications, contribute to its durability and ease of integration into various systems.

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Bourns 3856A286103AL Panel Control Potentiometer Specifications:

  • Conductive Plastic Element: 1 K to 1 megohm
  • Cermet Element: 100 ohms to 1 megohm
  • Total Resistance Tolerance: ±10 % or ±20 %
  • Independent Linearity: ±10 % or ±5 %
  • Absolute Minimum Resistance: 2 ohms maximum
  • Effective Electrical Angle: 250 ° ±5 °
  • Contact Resistance Variation: ±1 % or 3 ohms
  • Dielectric Withstanding Voltage: 900 VAC minimum (Sea Level)
  • Insulation Resistance: 1,000 megohms minimum
  • Power Rating: +70 °C: 1 watt (Linear), 0.5 watt (Audio)
  • +125 °C: 0 watt, +150 °C: 0 watt (Voltage Limited By Power Dissipation or 350 VAC, Whichever Is Less). Theoretical Resolution: Essentially infinite
  • Operating Temperature Range: -1 °C to +125 °C
  • Storage Temperature Range: -65 °C to +150 °C
  • Temperature Coefficient: ±1,000 ppm/°C or ±150 ppm/°C
  • Vibration: 20 G
  • Shock: 100 G
  • Load Life: 1,000 hours
  • Rotational Life: 100,000 cycles
  • Moisture Resistance: ±2 % maximum
  • IP Rating: IP 40
  • Stop Strength: 56.5 N-cm (5 lb.-in.) or Continuous turn
  • Mechanical Angle: 280 ° ±5 ° / 3856 – 1350 ° ±50 °
  • Torque: A & B bushings: 0.35 to 4.23 N-cm, C & E bushings: 0.21 to 4.23 N-cm, 3856: 0.11 to 2.12 N-cm
  • Mounting Torque: 1.7-2.0 N-m (15-18 lb.-in.) maximum
  • Weight: 30 grams maximum
  • Terminals: Printed circuit terminals or solder lugs

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