Piher PT-6 6-mm Carbon Through-Hole Trimmer Potentiometer
Product Overview
The Piher PT-6 is a 6-mm carbon through-hole trimmer potentiometer designed for precise adjustment in electronic applications. It offers excellent performance with a carbon resistive element and is available with up to 10 mechanical detents for haptic feedback and optional stop positions. The PT-6 is suitable for a wide range of applications including appliance program selection, thermostat adjustment, timer and control relays, consumer electronics, power tool controls, and test and measurement equipment. It features IP54 protection, magazines packaging for automatic insertion, and polyester substrate. Available with linear, logarithmic, and antilogarithmic tapers, and an optional SPDT switch function.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Piher
- Resistive Element: Carbon
- Protection: IP54
- Substrate: Polyester
- Packaging: Magazines for automatic insertion, Embossed tape (on request), Bulk
- Certifications: ISO 14001 (BUREAU VERITAS Certification)
- Origin: Spain
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Series | PT-6 |
| Size | 6-mm |
| Mounting Type | Through-hole |
| Tapers | Linear (Lin), Logarithmic (Log), Antilogarithmic (Alog) |
| Range of Values (Lin) | 220 Rn 5M |
| Range of Values (Log, Alog) | 1K Rn 5M |
| Tolerance (220 Rn 1M) | 20% |
| Tolerance (1M < Rn 5M) | 30% |
| Max. Voltage (Lin) | 100 VDC |
| Max. Voltage (Log, Alog) | 50 VDC |
| Nominal Power @ 50C (Lin) | 0.1 W |
| Nominal Power @ 50C (Log, Alog) | 0.05 W |
| Residual Resistance | 0.5% Rn (5 min.) |
| Equivalent Noise Resistance | 3% Rn (3 min.) |
| Operating Temperature | -25C to +70C (Up to 85C depending on application) |
| Mechanical Life | Up to 10,000 cycles (Standard), 100 cycles (Detented versions) |
| Mechanical Rotation Angle | 235 5 |
| Electrical Rotation Angle | 200 20 (215 20 available on request) |
| Torque | 0.2 to 2 Ncm (0.3 to 2.7 in-oz) |
| Rotational Stop Torque | > 4 Ncm (>7 in-oz) |
| Detents | Up to 10 (Optional, P04 to P10) |
| Switch Function | SPDT (On request) |
| Wiper Position | Initial, 50%, Final (On request) |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
| Environmental Testing (Typical R%) | Electrical Life: 5% Mechanical Life: 3% Temperature Coefficient: 300 ppm/C Thermal Cycling: 2.5% Damp Heat: 5% Vibration: 2% Storage: 2.5% |
| Standard Test Conditions | 23C 2C and 45% to 70% RH |
Ordering Information Examples
- PT6KV-221A2020: 6mm potentiometer, V mounting, 220, Linear taper, 20% tolerance.
- PT6KH-254A2020-P04-VI: 6mm potentiometer, K rotor, H mounting, 250K, Linear taper, 20% tolerance, 4 detents, Violet rotor color.
- PT6WV-104A1010-5NE-SC: 6mm potentiometer with factory pre-inserted knob, V mounting, 100K, Linear taper, 10% tolerance, Black knob ref. 6148, Straight terminals.
- PT6KH-103A2020: 6mm potentiometer, K rotor, H mounting, 10K, Linear taper, 20% tolerance, crimped terminals.
Rotors and Mounting Options
- Rotors: K (Cross slot), Q (Cross slot, pink), M (Hexagonal), A (Hexagonal, pink), X (Collector side adjust), W (Terminal side adjust).
- Mounting Method: V (Vertical Adjustment - Horizontal Mounting), H (Horizontal Adjustment - Vertical Mounting).
Knobs and Shafts
- Available with inserted knob/shaft (e.g., Ref. 5155, 6132, 6148).
- Default delivery is at initial wiper position.
- Custom wiper positions (50%, Final) available on request.
Packaging
- Bulk (1000 units per box)
- Magazine / Automatic Insertion (80 units per magazine) - For V models
- Embossed tape/reel packaging on request
Switch Version
Available with SPDT switch function. Contact Piher Sensing Systems for ordering information.
SMD Mounting Available
Models PS-6 and N-6 are available for SMD mounting. More information at www.piher.net.
Disclaimer: Product information is for reference only. Please consult for the most up-to-date and accurate design information. Piher disclaims liability for errors, inaccuracies, or incompleteness. Use of products in medical, life-saving, or life-sustaining applications is at the customer's own risk unless expressly indicated.
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