Rotary Potentiometers, Rheostats

The 485000M9156 is a rotary potentiometer and rheostat, designed to provide the user with the ability to measure or hold a certain level of electrical current. These devices are used in a wide range of applications, from automobiles to manufacturing to education.

A rotary potentiometer has three terminals, known as the wiper, the terminal of the first end, and the terminal of the other end. By adjusting the wiper, the resistance between the terminals can be changed. In a way, it is very similar to a normal variable resistor, with the key difference being that one terminal is fixed while the other is movable.

Rheostats are similar to a potentiometer, but the major difference is that the load resistance is adjustable and the other terminals do not have to be connected in the same manner. This type of device is used when the user wants direct control over the load resistance, rather than a control over the current.

The 485000M9156 is a dual throw-type rotary potentiometer and rheostat. It has a shaft that rotates around a single axis and is connected to a metal-bodied part that slides along the same axis. This design makes it resistant to shock, vibration, and external electromagnetic fields.

The 485000M9156 can be used in a variety of applications, including switches in automotive and manufacturing environments, pressure and level setting in industrial processes, and educational robots. It is designed to be able to withstand repeated use, extreme temperatures, and conditions that could damage traditional mechanical components.

In its normal operating state, the voltage applied to the terminals of the 485000M9156 creates a magnetic field across the gap between the terminal and the slider. The current generated by the voltage will then flow through either the wiper or the other terminals depending on the setting of the rotary dial. The amount of current that is allowed to flow through each terminal is then determined by the position of the slider on the axis.

The 485000M9156 is designed to provide users with the ability to precisely adjust and measure electrical current in a variety of situations. It is robust, durable, and able to withstand extreme conditions, making it suitable for a variety of applications.