282T33L502A26C2

Rotary Potentiometers, Rheostats are widely used in many electronic applications. They have many advantages, including excellent resistance stability over time, long lifespan, and good temperature stability. The 282T33L502A26C2 rotary potentiometer is a common component used in electronic applications. Its application fields and working principles are described in this article.

Application fields

The282T33L502A26C2 rotary potentiometer is used for several purposes:

• Controls: The282T33L502A26C2 is commonly used to adjust the volume or gain of an amplifier, or as a speed control knob for motors. It can also be used in battery-operated devices for light and sound level adjustments.
• Switch replacement: The282T33L502A26C2 is often used as a switch replacement for physically-activated switches. For example, in a print control panel, it can be used to select paper size and type.
• Industrial equipment: The282T33L502A26C2 is used to regulate stepper motors and other types of motors. It can be used for pressure and wattage control.
• Medical equipment: In medical equipment, it is used for controlling X-ray machines, radiation therapy systems, and other medical equipment.
• Aviation and shipping: The 282T33L502A26C2 is often used in control panels for aircraft and ships. It is used to adjust the speed, altitude, and other parameters of an aircraft or ship.
• Security systems: It is often used in security systems such as access control systems, remote control systems, and alarm systems.

Working principle

The 282T33L502A26C2 is a three-terminal component, with two outputs and one input. It functions as a voltage divider, in which the two outputs are adjustable. The two outputs can be connected together, forming a single output, or they can be connected to other components to form a two-terminal device.

The output of the component is proportional to the value of the input. When the input voltage is applied, the resistance of the two outputs changes, altering the voltage divider ratio. This adjustment alters the output voltage of the component. The output voltage is the product of the input voltage and the value of the resistance.

The82T33L502A26C2 works on the principle of the variable resistor. A spring-loaded contact is placed between two resistors. When the contact is rotated, the resistance adjusts according to the value selected on the potentiometer.

The282T33L502A26C2 has many advantages, including good temperature stability and resistance stability over time. Due to its long lifespan, the device can be used in a variety of scenarios and applications.