380C12500

Rotary Potentiometers, Rheostats

The 380C12500 is a highly adaptable rotary potentiometer designed for many different applications, including measuring and controlling voltage or current in a variety of electronic circuits and systems. This potentiometer contains a built-in resistive element that acts as a variable resistor, allowing the user to adjust the current or voltage of a circuit. This type of potentiometer is ideal for applications such as audio systems, potentiometers with temperature control, motor control, and dimmers.

A rotary potentiometer works by changing the resistance in a circuit as the knob is turned. The position of the knob, and thus the voltage or current in the circuit, can be calculated based on the position of the knob. Rotary potentiometers are characterized by their contact structure, size, power rating, and accuracy. The 380C12500 has a solder-shielded housing with a detent and a 10K ohm adjustable resistor. It is rated for a maximum power of 25W and is accurate to within 5%.

The 380C12500 is an excellent choice for applications such as controlling the volume of music systems, adjusting the brightness of an LCD screen, controlling the speed of a motor, and adjusting the temperature. It is extremely user friendly as users can easily adjust the voltage or current with the help of the knob. This type of potentiometer is very reliable and durable, which makes it an ideal choice for many applications.

Rheostats are similar to potentiometers, but are not adjustable. They are mainly used for controlling larger amounts of voltage or current, such as in motor control, lighting, and heating applications. Unlike potentiometers, which are adjustable, rheostats have a fixed resistance value and can be used to control large current or voltage levels in a circuit by simply connecting them in series with the current/voltage source.

Rheostats and potentiometers are both widely used in many different applications, such as tuning instruments, increasing the brightness of a light, controlling the speed of a motor, or controlling the temperature of a device. The 380C12500 is a very reliable and durable Rotary Potentiometer that is designed for a variety of applications, and is a great choice for those who need a reliable way to adjust voltage or current levels in their electronic circuits.