Precision 6 mm carbon trimmer potentiometer Amphenol PT6KV-472A2020-PM with IP54 protection and multiple taper options
Product Overview
The PT-6 is a 6-mm carbon through-hole trimmer potentiometer designed for precise adjustment in electronic applications. Featuring a carbon resistive element and up to 10 mechanical detents for haptic feedback, it offers excellent performance and durability with up to 10,000 life cycles. The potentiometer is IP54 protected and available with various tapers (linear, logarithmic, antilogarithmic) and switch functions. It is suitable for automatic insertion with magazine packaging and offers options for loose or assembled shafts and knobs. Ideal for appliance program selection, thermostat adjustment, control relays, consumer electronics, power tool controls, and test and measurement equipment.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Piher
- Series: PT-6
- Resistive Element: Carbon
- Protection: IP54
- Certifications: Pb Lead-free
- Substrate: Polyester
- Packaging: Magazines for automatic insertion, Embossed tape (on request), Bulk
- Detent Rotor Color: Purple (VI)
- Knob/Shaft Default Color: Cream
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | PT-6 6-mm carbon through-hole trimmer potentiometer |
| Tapers Available | Linear (Lin), Logarithmic (Log), Antilogarithmic (Alog) |
| Resistance Range (Lin) | 220 Rn 5M |
| Resistance Range (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 Detents | Up to 10 |
| Life Cycles | Up to 10,000 |
| 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) |
| Wiper Position Options | Initial, 50% (PM), Final (PF) |
| Switch Function | SPDT (On request) |
| Mounting Methods | Vertical Adjustment (V), Horizontal Adjustment (H) |
| Rotors Available | K, Q, M, A, X, W |
| Environmental Testing (Electrical Life) | 1,000h at 50C; 0.1 W: 5% |
| Environmental Testing (Mechanical Life) | 1000 cycles at 10 to 15 cpm: 3% (Rn < 1M) |
| Environmental Testing (Temperature Coefficient) | 25C; +70C: 300 ppm/C (Rn < 100K) |
| Environmental Testing (Thermal Cycling) | 16h at 85C and 2h at -25C: 2.5% |
| Environmental Testing (Damp Heat) | 500h at 40C and 95% RH: 5% |
| Environmental Testing (Vibration) | 2h each plane at 10Hz - 55Hz: 2% |
| Environmental Testing (Storage) | 6 months at 23C 2C and 50% RH: 2.5% |
| Standard Configuration | Life 1,000 cycles, Detents none, Housing color black, Rotor color white, Wiper Position initial, Packaging bulk |
| SMD Mounting Available | Yes (PS-6, N-6) |
| Dual Gang Metal Shaft | On Request (Ref.: 6060) |
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