PTP901-030K-504A2

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Rotary Potentiometers, Rheostats, and their derivatives have been an integral part of electrical engineering for decades. Their use is wide-spread in everything from industrial control systems, medical devices, consumer electronics, and automotive applications. The PTP901-030K-504A2 is a rotary potentiometer designed for precision applications. This article will explain the application field and working principle of this rotary potentiometer.

The PTP901-030K-504A2 is a single turn, mechanical rotary potentiometer with a 0.062” ± 0.012" square power pin. It has a rotational force of <0.02 Nm and offers a low cost solution for precision applications. The potentiometer can be used in both contact/non-contact applications and reports a linear taper potential of 0.5%.

The PTP901-030K-504A2 is typically used in two main application fields. The first is in industrial control systems. This includes applications that require precise position and velocity control such as industrial robots and motion control systems. In these applications, the rotary potentiometer is used to detect the angle of rotation in a motor, and then feedback this info to the system controller to accurately adjust the motor speed.

The second application field is in medical devices. These devices often require direct input from a human operator. The PTP901-030K-504A2 can be used to detect the angle of input from a rotary dial or knob, providing a precise measurement to the system. This kind of feedback is used in a variety of medical devices such as hospital drip controllers, dialysis machines, and oxygen concentrators.

The working principle of the PTP901-030K-504A2 is based on the basic electrical principle of variable resistance. When the potentiometer\'s rotary contacts are connected to a power source, the resistance of the contacts will depend on their orientation relative to each other. As the potentiometer is rotated, the resistance between the contacts will accordingly vary, resulting in a varying voltage output.

This voltage output can be measured and used as a control variable in a wide variety of applications. For example, the PTP901-030K-504A2 is often used in motor controllers to measure the angle of rotation of the motor and adjust the power output accordingly. It is also used in some consumer electronics to create an adjustable audio or video effect.

The PTP901-030K-504A2 is a low cost solution for precise applications. Its wide range of applications makes it a great choice for a variety of industries and markets. Its rotary contact design is reliable and easy to implement, making it a popular choice for a variety of applications.

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