RT24C2X501

Series:	Trimpot® RT24/RTR24-Sealed
Packaging:	Tube
Lead Free Status / RoHS Status:	--
Part Status:	Active
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL):	--
Resistance:	500 Ohms
Power (Watts):	0.75W, 3/4W
Tolerance:	±5%
Temperature Coefficient:	±50ppm/°C
Number of Turns:	25
Adjustment Type:	Side Adjustment
Resistive Material:	Wirewound
Mounting Type:	Through Hole
Termination Style:	PC Pins
Size / Dimension:	Rectangular - 0.375" x 0.150" Face x 0.375" H (9.53mm x 3.81mm x 9.53mm)

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Trimmer Potentiometers

Trimmer potentiometers, also known as trim pots, are small, adjustable electrical components that can be used to control the amount of resistance in various applications such as radio tuning, circuit tone and gain control, and lighting dimmer controls. One such adjustable trimmer potentiometer is the RT24C2X501, a precision component used in portable electronic devices. This potentiometer, a member of the RT24C2X series, is a surface mount 2-terminal-case-style potentiometer.

RT24C2X501 Application Field

The RT24C2X501 is designed for use in bias control and adjustable voltage and resistance applications in portable electronic devices. Its small size and space-saving surface mount design make it ideal for use in small and complex electronic devices. It can be used in audio systems, power supplies, medical equipment, industrial automation, instrumentation, automotive electronics, and a variety of other applications.This trimmer also offers superior stability and long operational life. It is designed to operate in temperatures ranging from -55 to +151°C, and its insulation resistance is rated at 100MΩ or higher, making it extremely reliable in harsh environments. Additionally, the RT24C2X501 has a wide range of resistance adjustment, from 0.5~100Ω, and the resistance can be adjusted up to 10% of the rated value.

RT24C2X501 Working Principle

The RT24C2X501 provides resistance control by using a resistor as its terminator. A resistor is a passive electrical device that resists current, voltage, or power to varying degrees. In order to adjust the resistance, the slider of the RT24C2X501 is adjusted accordingly. This slider is a spring loaded plunger that makes contact with the resistor on a two-lead terminal.When the slider is adjusted, electrical current will travel through the resistor, creating a pressure difference between the two leads of the terminal. This pressure difference is called the “working voltage”, and is determined by the resistance of the resistor. The working voltage can be adjusted by changing the position of the slider, and therefore, the resistance of the resistor can also be adjusted.

Conclusion

The RT24C2X501 trimmer potentiometer is a precision component used in portable electronic devices. It is used to control the resistance in many applications such as audio systems, power supplies, medical equipment, and automotive electronics. The RT24C2X501 also offers excellent stability and long operational life, making it a reliable and cost-effective solution for many applications. The working principle of this potentiometer involves using a resistor as its terminator, and its resistance can be adjusted by changing the position of the slider on the terminal.

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