PTV112-4420A-A104

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Rotary Potentiometers and Rheostats are two common types of electrical components used in many electrical systems today. PTV112-4420A-A104 is a rotary potentiometer that has been widely used in various types of applications and is high enough in quality that it is trusted for even high frequency applications. It is an excellent device for controlling the current or voltage in the circuit.

The primary function of a Potentiometer is to measure the amount of resistance present in a circuit, and to control the amount of current or voltage that is transferred through the circuit. It works by varying the amount of resistance in the circuit based upon how much the user of the device is controlling it. This is done by turning the knob of the potentiometer which has two terminals and a, usually, circular track in between. This circular track is composed of a resistive material and is the part of the potentiometer that is used to apply resistance to the circuit. The terminals of the knob are used to connect it to an external source, such as a battery, and the track is used to regulate the voltage or current of the circuit.

The PTV112-4420A-A104 is a rotary potentiometer with a 2 watt power rating. It is rated for a maximum current of 1.5A (1A max), a maximum voltage of 120 VAC (115 VAC max) and a maximum resistance of 10K ohm (3K ohm min). It is a 3 terminal device that features a built-in gate and LED indicator. It is typically used as a voltage regulator in AC powered devices. It also has a variety of applications in amplifiers, motor controls, sound systems, power supply circuits, and lighting systems. Additionally, it features a long life of 20,000 operations and comes with a robust construction to ensure a durable and reliable performance.

Rheostats are similar to potentiometers, but instead of measuring resistance, they measure current. They work similar to potentiometers, but they use two terminals and a shorted circular track instead. These terminals are used to connect the rheostat to an external current source and the circular track is used to control the amount of current passing through the circuit. Unlike potentiometers, rheostats are usually two-layer components with a high resistance track on the bottom and a current limiting track on the top.

The PTV112-4420A-A104 is a suitable component for many different types of circuits due to its high power capabilities and current control accuracy. It can be used for a variety of applications from motor speed control to voltage regulation in sound systems and amplifiers. The device is small, efficient, and cost-effective and is reliable enough for even high frequency applications. It is a great addition to any circuit board and can be used to improve the functionality of many electrical systems.

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