CT6ER203

Series:	CT6
Packaging:	Bulk
Lead Free Status / RoHS Status:	--
Part Status:	Active
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL):	--
Resistance:	20 kOhms
Power (Watts):	0.5W, 1/2W
Tolerance:	±10%
Temperature Coefficient:	±100ppm/°C
Number of Turns:	1
Adjustment Type:	Top Adjustment
Resistive Material:	Cermet
Mounting Type:	Through Hole
Termination Style:	PC Pins
Size / Dimension:	Square - 0.276" x 0.276" Face x 0.228" L (7.00mm x 7.00mm x 5.80mm)

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Trimmer Potentiometers

Trimmer potentiometers are a type of variable resistor that has a small shaft and a knob that can be adjusted by the user in order to represent a range of resistance values. The CT6ER203 is a standard trimmer potentiometer model from the company Taiyo Yuden Co. Ltd. It is a three-terminal, rotary-style potentiometer and has a relatively low cost profile.

Application Fields

Trimmer potentiometers like the CT6ER203 are mainly used in electrical and electronics applications. These devices can be used in audio equipment, computer and TV displays, cameras, and medical and industrial equipment. They are also used in automotive and mobile electronics applications.

Working Principle

Trimmer potentiometers work by adjusting the resistance between the two ends of a resistive element inside the device. This is done by rotating the knob, which turns a screws that moves the wiper, which is a contact on the resistive element. As the wiper moves, it varies the resistance of the device. The knob can often be locked in place to ensure it stays at the same position.

Advantages

Trimmer potentiometers like the CT6ER203 provide a number of benefits that make them a preferable option in many applications. They are relatively low cost, require minimal force to operate, are durable, and have a long life. They also have a wide range of adjustment and tolerance levels.

Disadvantages

Trimmer potentiometers have a few drawbacks that should be taken into consideration when selecting this type of variable resistor. They have a relatively limited range of adjustment, and they can be difficult to set and reset accurately. They are also not particularly good at handling high currents.

Conclusion

The CT6ER203 trimmer potentiometer from Taiyo Yuden Co. Ltd. is a popular trimmer potentiometer model due to its relatively low cost and wide range of applications. It works by adjusting the resistance between the two ends of a resistive element inside the device, and provides a number of advantages such as minimal force requirement, long life, and a wide range of adjustment and tolerance levels. However, there are also some disadvantages such as limited range of adjustment and difficulty with resetting.

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