FT63EX100

Trimmer Potentiometers refer to any type of adjustable resistors which are used to provide precise electrical resistance within electronic circuit boards. These devices are typically used to regulate the output voltage of a power supply, establish an exact frequency of an oscillator, adjust display brightness, and provide volume level adjustments. A common type of trimmer potentiometer is known as the FT63EX100.

The FT63EX100 is a component containing three terminals and a wiper contact. The terminals are also referred to as pins. The first two pins are connected to fixed resistor elements which act as the variable resistor’s high and low ends. The wiper contact is connected to a movable arm which establishes a variable resistance between the pins. Unlike traditional potentiometers, the FT63EX100 has no axial motion range, meaning that it only supports limited angular rotation.

The main application field for FT63EX100 is in semiconductor-based electronic circuits which require resistance values to be adjusted. It’s also used in disc recorders, TV’s, monitor sound systems, as well as digital media players. Moreover, this trimmer potentiometer is ideal for applications that require a low profile since it’s only 6.5mm in height. Other features include a power tolerance of 0.2%, an operating temperature range from -20°C to 85°C, and a peak voltage range of 35V.

The working principle of the FT63EX100 is based on the traditional potentiometer design. As the user rotates the shaft, the wiper contact moves linearly along the resistive element and adjusts the resistance accordingly. To limit the resistance within certain ranges, the two pins are connected to fixed resistors. The FT63EX100 has a resistance range of 0-500 kilo-ohms, making it ideal for use in low impedance circuits.

The FT63EX100 is widely used in modern electronics due to its small size, low cost, and reliability. With the help of a screwdriver, users can adjust the resistance of the trimmer potentiometer to accommodate different circuit parameters. It’s a simple and cost-effective device that can be used for a variety of different applications.