15mm potentiometer Amphenol PTC15LV02-253A2020 suitable for frequency and volume adjustment applications
Product Overview
The Piher PT-15 and PTC-15 are 15-mm carbon and cermet through-hole potentiometers designed for applications requiring frequent adjustment. Their shaftless design allows for versatile engagement mechanisms, including customized shafts, motor controls, or human interface adjustments. These potentiometers are suitable for controlling variable outputs such as frequency, motor speed, or volume. Key advantages include excellent linearity (up to 3%), a high number of mechanical detents (up to 38) for tactile feedback, and an extended life cycle of up to 100,000 cycles. They also feature IP54 protection and are available with magazine packaging for automatic insertion. Applications span appliance program selection, thermostat adjustment, timer and control relays, consumer electronics, power tool controls, and test and measurement equipment.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Piher
- Product Series: PT-15 / PTC-15
- Resistive Element: Carbon or Cermet
- Substrate: Polyester / Alumina
- Flammability: Self-extinguishable plastic (UL 94V-0) available (standard for PTC-15)
- Protection: IP54
- Packaging Options: Magazine, Embossed Tape, Bulk
- Origin: Spain (implied by contact details)
Technical Specifications
| Specification | PT-15 (Carbon) | PTC-15 (Cermet) |
|---|---|---|
| Taper | Lin, Log, Alog | Lin, Log, Alog |
| Range of Values | 100 Rn 5M (Lin) 1K Rn 5M (Log, Alog) | 1K Rn 5M |
| Tolerance | 20% (100 Rn 1M) 30% (1M | 20% (100 Rn 1M) 30% (1M |
| Max. Voltage | 250 VDC (Lin) 125 VDC (Log, Alog) | 250 VDC (Lin) 125 VDC (Log, Alog) |
| Nominal Power @ 50C (122F) | 0.25 W (Lin) 0.12 W (Log, Alog) | 0.25 W (Lin) 0.12 W (Log, Alog) |
| Nominal Power @ 70C (158F) | 0.50 W (Lin) 0.25 W (Log, Alog) | 0.50 W (Lin) 0.25 W (Log, Alog) |
| Residual Resistance | 0.5% Rn (5 min.) | 0.5% Rn (5 min.) |
| Equivalent Noise Resistance | 3% Rn (3 min.) | 3% Rn (3 min.) |
| Operating Temperature | -25C to +70C (-13F to +158F) | -40C to +90C (-40F to +194F) |
| Mechanical Rotation Angle | 265 5 | 265 5 |
| Electrical Rotation Angle | 240 20 | 240 20 |
| Torque | 0.5 to 2.5 Ncm (0.7 to 3.4 in-oz) | 0.5 to 2.5 Ncm (0.7 to 3.4 in-oz) |
| Rotational Stop | > 10 Ncm (>14 in-oz) | > 10 Ncm (>14 in-oz) |
| Life Cycles | Up to 100,000 | Up to 10,000 |
| Mechanical Detents | Up to 38 | Up to 38 |
| Environmental Testing (Electrical Life) | 1,000h at 50C; 0.15W: 5% R | 1,000h at 70C; 0.33W: 2% R |
| Environmental Testing (Mechanical Life) | 1000 cycles at 10 to 15 cpm: 3% R (Rn | 1000 cycles at 10 to 15 cpm: 2% R |
| Environmental Testing (Temperature Coefficient) | -25C to +70C: 300 ppm/C (Rn | -40C to +90C: 100 ppm/C (Rn |
| Environmental Testing (Thermal Cycling) | 16h at 85C and 2h at -25C: 2.5% R | 16h at 90C and 2h at -40C: 2% R |
| Environmental Testing (Damp Heat) | 500h at 40C and 95% RH: 5% R | 500h at 40C and 95% RH: 2% R |
| Environmental Testing (Vibration) | 2h each plane at 10Hz - 55Hz: 2% R | 2h each plane at 10Hz - 55Hz: 2% R |
| Environmental Testing (Storage) | 6 months at 23C 2C and 50% RH: 2.5% R | 6 months at 23C 2C and 50% RH: 2% R |
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