P232-SED20BR10K

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Rotary Potentiometers, Rheostats are both passive electronic components which are widely used for a variety of tasks in a range of industries. The P232-SED20BR10K, in particular, is a multi-position rotary switch pot/rheostat, commonly used for a variety of applications, such as adjustable power supplies, inverters, motor control, audio/video equipment, PCB assembly, and electronics/electrical control, allowing full adjustment of the output current or voltage. It is also particularly suited for applications in power electronics, providing a low noise and high accuracy solution.

A rotary potentiometer is an electronic component which has a rotational shaft, allowing for the adjustment of the electrical resistance between two or three contacts. It is composed of a resistive element connected to two or three electrical contacts, which serve as terminals, from where it can be connected to an external circuit. As the shaft is rotated, the resistive element\'s total resistance is changed.

A rotary potentiometer is an adjustable resistor which is used to adjust the current or voltage of a circuit. It works by creating a voltage divider circuit, by which a portion of the voltage in the circuit is diverted to the load, while the remainder is supplied through a different branch. By altering the resistance of the potentiometer, the amount redirecting to the load can be adjusted, allowing for the desired effect.

The P232-SED20BR10K has 20 positions, and is made of brass. It is a 4 watts, with 25V operating voltage, 1A operating current, and a 3dB cut-off frequency of 1.5kHz. It has a 20% tolerence on the resistance values for each wiper position, and can withstand a temperature range of -20°C to 60°C. The ratings and features of this make it suitable for applications such as adjustable power supplies, inverters, motor controls, audio/video equipment, PCB assembly, and electronics/electrical control.

In use, the P232-SED20BR10K is connected to a power source, and to the load, forming a voltage or current divider. As the shaft of the potentiometer is rotated, the wiper contact will move across the resistive element, allowing for the voltage or current to be divided. This in turn will result in a decrease or increase of current or voltage to the load, allowing for the desired control of the output.

The P232-SED20BR10K also has a high IP rating, making it resistant to dust, water splashing, and moisture, making it ideally suited for use in industrial environments. Further, the pot/rheostat also has self locking, which helps to prevent unwanted or unintended movement. This is achieved by using a small friction clutch, which helps maintain the wiper position, even when vibrations are present.

Overall, the P232-SED20BR10K is a multi-position rotary switch pot/rheostat which provides precise control of voltage or current for a vast amount of applications. Its low noise design, self locking feature, and resistance to dust and moisture make it an ideal choice in industrial and laboratory settings.

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