Product Overview
The Piher PC-16 is a 16-mm carbon panel mount potentiometer designed for precise control in various electronic applications. Featuring a durable plastic housing and integrated shaft, it offers a wide range of configurable options, including ganging up to four modules, diverse shaft types, and selectable tapers. Its IP54 protection and self-extinguishing material (UL 94-V0) make it suitable for demanding environments in the home appliance, industrial, and automotive sectors. Applications include appliance program selection, thermostat and HVAC control, consumer electronics, industrial controls, automotive control, and home and building automation.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Piher
- Product Series: PC-16
- Housing Material: Plastic
- Resistive Element: Carbon
- Protection Rating: IP54 according to IEC 60529
- Flame Retardancy: Self-extinguishable material UL 94-V0
- Certifications: ISO 14001
- Origin: Spain (Piher Sensing Systems)
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Taper | Linear (Lin), Log (Log), Antilog (Alog) |
| Range of Values (Rn) | 100 Rn 5M (Lin); 1K Rn 5M (Log, Alog) |
| Tolerance | 20% (100 Rn 1M); 30% (1M < Rn 5M) |
| Max. Voltage | 250 VDC (Lin); 125 VDC (Log, Alog) |
| Nominal Power | 0.2 W @ 50C (Lin); 0.1 W @ 50C (Log, Alog) |
| Residual Resistance | 5% Rn (5 min.) |
| Equivalent Noise Resistance | 3% Rn (3 min.) |
| Operating Temperature | -25C to +70C (up to 85C depending on application) |
| 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) (single models) |
| Stop Torque | > 40 Ncm (>56 in-oz) |
| Life (Potentiometer) | 25,000 cycles |
| Life (Switch) | 10,000 cycles |
| Switch Specifications | Nominal current 1A, 250 VAC; Contact resistance (initial) 10 m; Operating torque 1 to 3 Ncm; Operating angle 305; Test voltage 500 V |
| Modular Gang Type | Up to 4 modules |
| Shaft Types | Plastic and Metal (various codes available) |
| Terminals | Solder Lugs or PC Pins |
| Bushing Diameter Options | M7, M10, Bushless (SC) |
| Environmental Testing (Typical Results) | Electrical Life: 5%; Mechanical Life: 3%; Temperature Coefficient: 300 ppm/C; Thermal Cycling: 2.5%; Damp Heat: 5%; Vibration: 2%; Storage: 2.5% |
| Optional Features | Stereo matching, Rotary switch, Nut & washer, Bushless & shaftless models, Assemblies with wires and connectors, Metallic support (mounting brackets) |
| Ordering Code Structure | PC16[Series]-[Mounting Style]-[Bushing]-[Shaft]-[-Value]-[Taper]-[Tolerance]-[Nut & Washer]-[Switch] - [Custom Shaft Length] - [Mounting Brackets] - [Stereo Matching] |
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