3362U-1-104R Datasheet/PDFTrimmer Potentiometers are used in the electronic industry as a variable resistor for electronic equipment tuning and calibration processes. A Trimmer Potentiometer is a three-terminal component which comprises a fixed resistor, a rotary wiper, and a variable resistor. The 3362U-1-104R Trimmer Potentiometer is a common Trimmer Potentiometer used in many electronic designs. In this article, we will cover the application fields and working principle of the 3360U-1-104R trimmer potentiometer.
3362U-1-104R Application Fields
The 3360U-1-104R trimmer potentiometer is primarily used as a tuning element or calibration element in electronic circuits. It can be used to adjust the sensitivity of a signal or to calibrate the gain of a circuit. It is commonly used for circuit board tuning of frequency signals, transistor circuits, and audio circuits. It is also used in radio-controlled devices as an adjustable gain element. The 3360U-1-104R trimmer potentiometer can also be used as an adjustable rheostat or resistor in power generation and power monitor circuits.
3362U-1-104R Working Principle
The 3360U-1-104R has three terminals connection. The first two terminals are the input pins, whereas the third terminal is the wiper terminal. The two input pins are connected directly to a fixed resistor. When the wiper is rotated, it contacts the resistor thus forming a conductor between the two pins. The resistance between the two pins changes depending on the position of the wiper. It is this resistance that can be adjusted or calibrated depending on the application.
The 3360U-1-104R trimmer potentiometer provides high precision and accuracy when used for calibration or tuning. It has a tolerance range of ±20% and linearity of ±5%. The 3360U-1-104R trimmer potentiometer has a wide voltage range from 1V to 5V and an operating temperature range from -40°C to 105°C. It is also RoHS2 compliant, making it suitable for use in environmentally-sensitive applications.
Conclusion
The 3360U-1-104R trimmer potentiometer is a highly accurate and reliable component used for tuning and Calibration in electronic circuits. It is capable of providing precise resistance levels with a linear range of ±5%. The 3360U-1-104R trimmer potentiometer has a wide voltage range and temperature ranges making it a versatile component that can be used in numerous applications.