3309W-1-471

Trimmer Potentiometers

3309W-1-471 is a trimmer potentiometer which is used in adjusting and controlling electrical signals. It is a small, variable resistor which can be used to adjust the current flowing through it. This particular model is 3-terminal, wire-wound, top-adjust trimmer, which has a voltage rating of 250 VDC and a resistance range of 24 Ohms ±20%.

Application Field

Trimmer potentiometers like 3309W-1-471 are most commonly used in electronic circuits to calibrate circuits to specific values. They are used in power supplies, audio systems, amplifiers, receivers, and many other consumer electronics and electrical devices, allowing for a personalized adjustment of signals and currents. They are relatively low cost yet provide an extremely precise level of adjustment.

In addition, they can also be used in industrial applications such as controlling the speed of motors or in various robotic or automated systems for precise adjustment. Trimmer potentiometers like 3309W-1-471 are also commonly used in aircraft and military equipment due to their reliability and adjustable nature.

Working Principle

Trimmer Potentiometers like the 3309W-1-471 use a variable resistor which can be adjusted by turning the knob on the top of the potentiometer. This makes it a very convenient way of adjusting the current without the need for complicated wiring. The 3309W-1-471 has three terminals, with the middle one connected to the wiper which can be adjusted. The two outer terminals are connected to the ends of the resistor. When the knob is turned, the wiper moves, allowing for the adjustment of the voltage or current accordingly.

The 3309W-1-471 has a resistance range of 24 Ohms ±20%, offering precise adjustment and vast applications in many fields. The voltage rating of 250 VDC ensures that the trimmer potentiometer can be used safely in most application fields.

Conclusion

The 3309W-1-471 trimmer potentiometer is a small, reliable and adjustable electrical device which is commonly used for calibration in many application fields such as consumer electronics, robotics, aircraft, and military uses. It has three terminals which are connected to the ends of the resistor, with the wiper connecting to the middle one. The resistance range of 24 Ohms ±20% and voltage rating of 250 VDC provide for precise adjustment and a safe working environment.