Compact and durable potentiometer Amphenol PT15NV15-104A2020-I-PM-S with carbon cermet resistive element
Product Overview
The Piher PT-15 and PTC-15 are 15-mm carbon and cermet through-hole potentiometers designed for applications requiring frequent adjustments. Their shaftless design allows for flexible integration with various engagement mechanisms, including custom shafts, motor controls, or human interface adjustments. These potentiometers are ideal for controlling variable outputs such as frequency, motor speed, or volume. They offer excellent performance with up to 3% linearity, up to 38 mechanical detents for tactile feedback, and an extended life of up to 100,000 cycles. With IP54 protection and available magazine packaging for automatic insertion, they are suitable for demanding industrial and consumer electronics environments.
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; PTC-15 is non-flammable by standard.
- Protection: IP54
- Packaging: Magazine packaging available for automatic insertion
- Certifications: ISO 14001
Technical Specifications
| Specification | PT-15 (Carbon) | PTC-15 (Cermet) |
|---|---|---|
| Taper | Lin, Log, Alog | Lin, Log, Alog |
| Range of Values (Taper) | Lin: 100 Rn 5M Log, Alog: 1K Rn 5M | Log, Alog (Decad. 1.0 - 2.0 - 2.2 - 2.5 - 4.7 - 5.0): 1K Rn 5M |
| Tolerance (1M) | 20% | n/a |
| Tolerance (>1M to 5M) | 30% | n/a |
| Max. Voltage | 250 VDC (Lin) / 125 VDC (Log, Alog) | 250 VDC (Lin) / 125 VDC (Log, Alog) |
| Nominal Power (at 50C) | 0.25 W (Lin) / 0.12 W (Log, Alog) | 0.25 W (Lin) / 0.12 W (Log, Alog) |
| Nominal Power (at 70C) | 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 (up to 85C depending on application) | -40C to +90C (+120C upon request) |
| 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 cycles | Up to 10,000 cycles |
| Environmental Testing (Electrical Life) | 1,000h at 50C; 0.15W: 5% R | n/a |
| Environmental Testing (Mechanical Life) | 1000 cycles at 10 to 15 cpm: 3% R (Rn | n/a |
| Environmental Testing (Temperature Coefficient) | -25C; +70C: 300 ppm/C (Rn | n/a |
| Environmental Testing (Thermal Cycling) | 16h at 85C and 2h at -25C: 2.5% R | n/a |
| Environmental Testing (Damp Heat) | 500h at 40C and 95% RH: 5% R | n/a |
| 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 |
| Standard Configuration Life | 1,000 cycles | n/a |
| Standard Configuration Cut Track | No | n/a |
| Standard Configuration Detents | None | None |
| Standard Configuration Packaging | Bulk | Bulk |
| Standard Configuration Shaft/Thumbwheel | None | None |
| Standard Configuration Non-flammability | No | Yes |
| Standard Configuration Housing Color | Black | Cream |
| Standard Configuration Rotor Color | White | Cream |
| Standard Configuration Wiper Position | Initial | Initial |
| Standard Configuration Torque | 0.5 to 2.5 Ncm | 0.5 to 2.5 Ncm |
| Standard Configuration Terminal Material | Steel | Brass |
| Standard Configuration Linearity | Not controlled | Not controlled |
Applications
- Appliance program selection
- Thermostat adjustment
- Timer and control relays
- Consumer electronics
- Power tool controls
- Test and measurement equipment
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