About Potentiometers, Trimmers & Rheostats

Potentiometers, Trimmers & Rheostats

A potentiometer, trimmer, and rheostat are all three types of resistors that are adjustable. They are used to control the electric current by varying the resistance in the circuit. A potentiometer is an adjustable three-terminal resistor with a sliding contact (wiper) that moves across a resistive element to change resistance in a circuit. They are used in audio controls, light dimmers, and other applications that require adjustable resistance in the circuit. A trimmer is a miniature version of a potentiometer, and it’s used to make fine adjustments in electronics circuits. It can be used for voltage and current adjustments, and for tuning circuits for maximum performance. A rheostat is an adjustable two-terminal rotor, and it’s used to control the current in a circuit. It’s often used to control the speed of a motor or other electrical device.

Potentiometers, Trimmers & Rheostats

Potentiometer Tools & Fixings

Potentiometers

Precision Potentiometers

Rheostats

Slide Potentiometers

Trimmer Resistors - SMD

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501-0126

POTENTIOMETER 1/2 WATT 25K O
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NTE

0
6 to 16 Weeks

December 2026

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AUD 16.002

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501-0129

POTENTIOMETER 1/2 WATT 250K
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NTE

0
6 to 16 Weeks

December 2026

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AUD 16.002

Multiples of: 1

501-0130

POTENTIOMETER 1/2 WATT 500K
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NTE

0
6 to 16 Weeks

December 2026

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AUD 16.002

Multiples of: 1

501-0131

POTENTIOMETER 1/2 WATT 1M OH
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NTE

0
6 to 16 Weeks

December 2026

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AUD 16.002

Multiples of: 1

501-0132

POTENTIOMETER 1/2 WATT 2.5M
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NTE

0
6 to 16 Weeks

December 2026

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AUD 16.002

Multiples of: 1

3292X-1-253

Trimmer Resistors - Through Hole 3/8" 25Kohms Sealed 10% Vertical Mount
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Bourns

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6 to 16 Weeks

December 2026

December 2026
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AUD 16.0257

Multiples of: 50

AS3605

Res POT 2.5K Ohm 0.5W(1/2W) 1(Elec)/1(Mech)Turn 3.18mm (12.7 X 33.73mm) Solder Lug Panel Mount
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Ohmite

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6 to 16 Weeks

December 2026

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AUD 16.0261

Multiples of: 1

PRV6SAABGYB25204JA

Potentiometers 1.5W 200Kohms 5%
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Vishay

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 16.0403

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CU1011

Res POT 100 Ohm 2W 1(Elec)/1(Mech)Turn 6.35mm (66.68 X 29.4mm) Solder Lug Panel Mount
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Ohmite

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6 to 16 Weeks

December 2026

December 2026
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AUD 16.044

Multiples of: 1

RV4NAYSD753A

Potentiometers Resistive & Optical 385-SINGLE
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Honeywell

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6 to 16 Weeks

December 2026