3386H-DF6-503LF

Trimmer Potentiometers

A trimmer potentiometer, known as a trimpot, is a miniature slide potentiometer used for adjustment in electrical and electronic circuits. It is a variable resistor whose resistance value can be adjusted manually using a small screwdriver. It is commonly used to control the audio output of radio receivers, handset audio level, potentiometer temperature sensor and voltage regulator.

The 3386H-DF6-503LF is a trimmer potentiometer manufactured by Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. It has a 3386 style housing, flat shaft with non-rotating tip. This trimmer potentiometer has a 6mm long body, and a resistance range of 500 ohms, with a resolution of 10 ohms per turn. The power rating is 0.1 watts, and the maximum operating temperature range is -55 to +125°C. Its operating torque range is 60 to 220 milli Newtons, and it has a standard tolerance of ±20%.

The 3386H-DF6-503LF has a variety of applications, and is often used in volume control and oscillator circuits. It is commonly found in amplifiers, tuners, transceivers and stereo systems. It is also used to adjust the parameters of many electronic circuit designs such as temperature, current, calibrations, feedback, and sensitivity.

The 3386H-DF6-503LF provides a reliable and economical way to adjust electrical circuits. It requires no external components and is a simple, single-turn-style resistor. As the shaft is adjusted, the resistance of the resistor either increases or decreases. Its resistance can be further adjusted by adding a series or shunt resistor across the 5K ohm trimmer and external components such as capacitors can also be added to the circuit for improved performance. This trimmer potentiometer is easy to handle and is also low cost.

The working principle of the 3386H-DF6-503LF trimmer potentiometer is simple and works by adjusting its terminal resistance, using a small screwdriver. When the screwdriver is used to turn the shaft, the internal contact inside the potentiometer slides on the resistive element or trace. This action then changes the value of the resistor, which in turn affects the output of the device. The terminals must be properly insulated to prevent interference and ensure a clean, accurate signal.

The 3386H-DF6-503LF trimmer potentiometer has many uses in electronic circuits. It provides an adjustable resistor to adjust the gain, volume, or frequency of a signal or circuit. It is ideal for sensitivity adjustments, temperature calibrations, and voltage regulation. It is also a great choice for applications requiring reliability, consistency, and long-life performance.