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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501-0017

Res POT 250K Ohm 10% 2W 1(Elec)/1(Mech)Turn 6.32mm (24.8 X 37.23 X 38mm) Solder Lug Panel Mount
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NTE

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 39.9202

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P13OAB471MAB17

Potentiometers 470ohms 20%
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Vishay

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6 to 16 Weeks

January 2027

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AUD 39.9448

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3345P-1-501T

Bourns Trimmer Resistors - Through Hole 12" RND 500ohm
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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 39.96

Multiples of: 1

RT12C2P202

Trimmer Resistors - Through Hole 2K 1-1/4" 5% MultiTurn Sealed
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Bourns

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 39.9643

Multiples of: 30

Y40535K00000K0L

Trimmer Resistors - Through Hole 5Kohms 6.35mm rect 1/4w
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Vishay

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 40.0373

Multiples of: 50

RV4NAYSD152A

Res Conductive Plastic POT 1.5K Ohm 10% 2W 1(Elec)/1(Mech)Turns 6.35mm (36.52 X 27.78 X 36.12mm) Solder Lug Panel Mount Automotive
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Honeywell

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 40.0708

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P16SNM223MAB15

Potentiometers 22Kohms 20% Metallic Black
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Vishay

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 40.0895

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501-0008

POTENTIOMETER 2 WATT 3.5K OH
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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 40.0998

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M39015/3-008WM

3/8 SQUARE TRIMMING POTENTIOMETER
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Bourns

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6 to 16 Weeks

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AUD 40.1494

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P12TAJY470MAB1

Potentiometers 1watt 47ohm 20%
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Vishay

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6 to 16 Weeks

January 2027