PTS01-12P-103B1

Slide Potentiometers

A slide potentiometer, otherwise known as a slider, is a three-terminal electrical component that is used to adjust a variable settings in a circuit. It is commonly used to adjust television, audio, and wireless communication systems. PTS01-12P-103B1 slide potentiometer is a type of rotary-action potentiometers, which consist of a long chain of resistors housed on a shaft connected to a stationary resistor. The most common purpose of this style of potentiometer is to adjust the loudness, gain or brightness of a device.

Application Field

One of the most common applications of PTS01-12P-103B1 slide potentiometer is in volume control. For example, this component allows users to adjust the gain of a microphone or speaker by changing the amount of current or voltage it takes to reach the desired output level. Additionally, this component can be used to adjust the brightness of an LED, or the voltage of a battery.

Aside from volume and brightness, PTS01-12P-103B1 slide potentiometer is also used in applications such as frequency tuning, pulse width modulation, and sine wave generation. This component can also be used in motion sensing controls for robotic systems.

Working Principle

PTS01-12P-103B1 slide potentiometer\'s working principle is relatively simple. This type of pot has three terminals: one for ground, one for the input, and one for the output. When the shaft of the pot is turned, the center wiper moves along the resistor chain and makes electrical contact at a certain point. This contact point determines the amount of current that will flow between the input and output and, in turn, determines the voltage output by the potentiometer.

The maximum resistance and current rating of the PTS01-12P-103B1 slide potentiometer is 10kΩ and 3mA respectively. This makes it well-suited for applications that require low voltage and current control.

Conclusion

The PTS01-12P-103B1 slide potentiometer is a type of rotary-action potentiometer that is designed to adjust a variable settings in a circuit. It is commonly used in applications such as volume and brightness control, frequency tuning, pulse width modulation, and sine wave generation. It has a maximum resistance and current rating of 10kΩ and 3mA respectively, making it suitable for low voltage and current control.