Compact rotary position sensor potentiometer Amphenol N15TV-104A3030 with flexible mounting and long life

Product Overview

The Piher N-15 Low Profile Rotary Position Sensor / Potentiometer is a versatile component designed for appliance and automotive control and sensor applications. It offers endless rotation, a wide 340 electrical angle, and flexible mounting options (SMD or through-hole). With an extended operating temperature range of 40C to +120C and up to 2,000,000 life cycles for the extra-long life version, the N-15 provides excellent performance and durability. Its low profile (4.4 mm) and compact footprint (15 mm) make it suitable for space-constrained designs. The N-15 is also available as a 6-pulse incremental encoder or a mechanical switch with up to 12 positions, offering a comprehensive solution for various sensing needs.

Product Attributes

• Brand: Piher
• Certifications: ISO 14001
• Packaging: Embossed tape packaging according to IEC 60286-3:2007 (SMD), Bulk (Through-hole)
• Protection: IP54
• Rotor Type: Polarised "T" rotor (European Home Appliance standard)
• Material: Not specified
• Color: Not specified

Technical Specifications

Specification	Standard	Extra-long life	Notes
Electrical Specifications
Taper	Linear	Linear
Resistance range	5 k Rn 100 k	5 k Rn 100 k
Tolerance	30%	30%
Max. voltage	120 Vdc	27 Vdc
Nominal power at 50C (122F)	0.15 W
Linearity (absolute)	3%
Operating temperature	-40C to +120C
Mechanical Specifications
Mechanical rotation angle	360		Endless Rotation
Electrical rotation angle	340 10	110 10
Rotational torque	20 mN.m
Mounting method	SMD or Through-hole	SMD
Mechanical life	Up to 200,000 cycles	Up to 2,000,000 cycles
Environmental Testing
Electrical life	1,000 h at 50C; 0.15 W		R(%)- typical test results 40%
Mechanical life	100,000 cycles at 20 cpm		R(%)- typical test results 40% (Rn
Temperature coefficient	-40C; +120C		300 ppm/C (Rn
Thermal cycling	10h at 120C and 10h at -40C		R(%)- typical test results 40%
Damp heat	480h at 40C and 95% relative humidity (RH)		R(%)- typical test results 40%
Storage	6 months at 23C 2C and 50% RH		R(%)- typical test results 40%
Dimensions
Low profile	4.4 mm
Footprint	15 mm
Applications
Appliances	Timer and program selection, Temperature controls
Automotive	HVAC control, Seat position, Mirror actuator feedback, Gear Shift Position Size and position detectors
Alternative Versions
Rotary Switch	S-15 (2-position or 6-position)		Mechanical life: 15K cycles (2-pos), 35K cycles (6-pos)
Incremental Encoder	E-15 (3-pulse or 6-pulse)		Mechanical life: 10K cycles (3-pulse), 36K cycles (6-pulse)