3852A-162-103AL

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Potentiometers and Rheostats are two circuit components that are very similar but have some slight differences in definition, characteristics, and application fields. Potentiometers are a type of variable resistor that consists of a track of fixed resistive material along which a wiper moves; as the wiper moves, it alters the resistance of the circuit. In contrast, a rheostat is a variable resistor with two terminals, and only one sliding contact which is used to adjust the resistance. As a result, rheostats are typically used in circuits when maximum current must be controlled, while potentiometers are most often used to measure voltage changes in circuits.

The 3852A-162-103AL is an example of a type of potentiometer/rheostat. This instrument is a rotary analog input stepped potentiometer/rheostat designed for industrial and commercial applications. It is a five-termimal potentiometer/rheostat with two terminals for the wiper, two for the ends of the track, and one for the output. This component is capable of withstanding up to 10 watts of electrical power and can be used in a variety of applications including voltage output, current input, motor and heater control, amplifier input, and speed control. This product is also available in a variety of resistance ratings ranging from 2K ohms to 50K ohms.

The 3852A-162-103AL has a simple, straight-forward working principle. The potentiometer/rheostat consists of three terminals (wiper, ends of track, and output) along with a resistance track and a sliding wiper contact. When the voltage is applied to the wiper, it creates a variable amount of resistance (depending on its location along the track) between the wiper and the output terminal. This results in a varying voltage at the output terminal, proportional to the wiper’s position and the resistance of the track.

The 3852A-162-103AL is an example of how the potentiometer/rheostat can be used in a variety of industrial and commercial applications. Its simple working principle ensures that it can be used in a wide range of electronic systems. This makes the 3852A-162-103AL a versatile and practical component that is both cost-effective and reliable.

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