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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CA2552

Res POT 2.5M 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

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AUD 17.6481

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026TB32R250B1B1

25 Ohm 1 Gang Linear Panel Mount Potentiometer Rotary, SPST 1.0 Kierros Wirewound 5W Solder Lug
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CTS

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 17.6586

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3292X-1-202

Trimmer Resistors - Through Hole 3/8" 2Kohms Sealed 10% Vertical Mount
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Bourns

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 17.6786

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3292X-1-501

Trimmer Resistors - Through Hole 3/8" 500ohms Sealed 10% Vertical Mount
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Bourns

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 17.6786

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574SX1M48S103SD

Potentiometers 10K Ohm 20% 12W 6.35mm
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Honeywell

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 17.687

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RSA0K12A9001

ALPS Slide Potentiometers 10K OHM DUAL Y TAPER
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ALPS

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 17.7429

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70232

70232 contelec trimmer smd variable resistors passive components
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Contelec

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 17.7485

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501-0105

POTENTIOMETER 1/2 WATT 100 O
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NTE

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 17.784

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501-0106

POTENTIOMETER 1/2 WATT 500 O
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NTE

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 17.784

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501-0107

POTENTIOMETER 1/2 WATT 1K OH
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NTE

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6 to 16 Weeks

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