The Piher PT10 is a versatile 10mm carbon potentiometer designed for applications requiring frequent adjustment. Its shaftless design allows for integration with various engagement mechanisms, including customized shafts, motor controls, or human interfaces. This potentiometer is ideal for controlling variable outputs such as frequency, motor speed, or volume. Typical applications span test and measurement equipment, consumer electronics, appliances, small engines, robotics, motion controllers, and medical equipment control panels. The PT10 offers a customizable and easy-to-tailor solution for electromechanical controls and sensors.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Electrical Rotation Angle | 2 Torque Life 3 rotational stop 0.4 to 2 Ncm. (0.6 to 2.7 in-oz) > 5 Ncm. (>7 in-oz) |
| Mechanical Rotation Angle | 1 235 5, 2 220 20 |
| Rotational Stop | Up to 100K cycles |
| Resistance Values (Rn) | 100 to 5M (Decad. 1.0 - 2.0 - 2.2 - 2.5 - 4.7 - 5.0) |
| Tolerance | 20%, 30% |
| Max. Voltage | 200 VDC (lin), 100 VDC (no lin) |
| Nominal Power | 0.15 W (lin) @ 50C, 0.07 W (no lin) @ 50C |
| Taper | Linear; Log; Alog. (Log. & Alog. only Rn 1K) |
| Residual Resistance | 0.5% Rn (5 min.) |
| Equivalent Noise Resistance | 3% Rn (3 min.) |
| Operating Temperature | -25C to +70C (-13F to + 158F) |
| Mechanical Life | Standard: 1000 cycles. Long life 'E': 10,000 cycles. |
| Detents | Available (e.g., P02 to P16) |
| Cut Track Option | Available (open circuit) |
| Wiper Position | Initial, 50%, Final (also upon request) |
| Mounting Methods | Horizontal (H) and Vertical (V) adjustments (e.g., H01, H02, H05, H07, H10, V05, V10, V11, V13) |
| Rotors | Various types available (e.g., B, G, K, L, M, R, W, X, Y, Z) |
| Packaging | Bulk, Magazines for automatic insertion |
| Flammability | Standard, Non-flammable (UL 94V-0) |
| 360 Version | Available: ST10 |
| 333 Version | Available: ST10 |
| Reflow Soldering Capable | Models available in PS10 datasheet |
| Stepped Outputs | Available for precise control in lighting, temperature, motor systems |