Product Overview
The Piher PC-16 is a 16-mm carbon panel mount potentiometer designed for control and sensing applications. Featuring a durable plastic housing and integrated shaft, it offers a wide range of customizable options, including ganging up to four modules, various shaft types and tapers, and IP54 protection. Its self-extinguishing material (UL 94-V0) and robust construction make it suitable for demanding environments in the home appliance, industrial, and automotive markets. Applications include appliance program selection, thermostat adjustment, HVAC control, consumer electronics, industrial controls, automotive control, and home and building automation.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Piher
- Protection Rating: IP54 according to IEC 60529
- Material: Self-extinguishable material UL 94-V0
- Certifications: ISO 14001
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Series Model | PC-16 |
| Type | Single-turn panel control potentiometer |
| Resistive Element | Carbon |
| Tapers Available | Linear (Lin), Log (Log/Audio), Antilog (Alog/Reverse) |
| Range of Values (Lin) | 100 Rn 5M |
| Range of Values (Log, Alog) | 1K Rn 5M |
| Tolerance | 20% (100 Rn 1M), 30% (1M < Rn 5M) |
| Max. Voltage (Lin) | 250 VDC |
| Max. Voltage (Log, Alog) | 125 VDC |
| Nominal Power @ 50C (Lin) | 0.2 W |
| Nominal Power @ 50C (Log, Alog) | 0.1 W |
| Residual Resistance | 5% Rn (5 min.) |
| Equivalent Noise Resistance | 3% Rn (3 min.) |
| Operating Temperature | -25C to +70C (up to 85C depending on application) |
| Modular Gang Type | Up to 4 modules |
| Mechanical Rotation Angle | 300 5 |
| Electrical Rotation Angle | 280 20 |
| Rotational Torque | 0.5 to 1.5 Ncm (0.7 to 2.1 in-oz) for single models |
| Stop Torque | > 40 Ncm (>56 in-oz) |
| Max. Torque Nut (binding out) | < 80 Ncm (<112 in-oz) |
| Thrust and Pull in Shaft | > 25 N |
| Potentiometer Life | 25,000 cycles |
| Switch Life | 10,000 cycles |
| Electrical Life | 1,000 hours at 50C; 0.15W |
| Temperature Coefficient | 300 ppm/C (Rn < 100K) |
| Terminals Available | Solder Lugs, PC Pins |
| Optional Features | Stereo matching, Rotary switch, Nut & washer, Bushless & shaftless models, Assemblies with wires and connectors, Metallic support (mounting brackets) |
| Switch Specifications (Nominal) | 1A, 250 VAC |
| Switch Operating Angle | 305 |
| Packaging | Bulk (100 pcs per box, 50 pcs for triple/quadruple models with switch) |
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