Rotary Potentiometers | Audio/Video, Industrial Controls | Resistance: 10kΩ (Std) ▲ 50kΩ (Base) ▲ 100kΩ (Adv) Shaft: Plastic (Std) ▲ Aluminum (Base) ▲ Stainless Steel (Adv) Tolerance: ±20% (Std) ▲ ±10% (Base) ▲ ±5% (Adv) Max Voltage: 50V (IEC 60068) | Adjustable resistance, compact design, durable shafts (Aluminum ▲ Stainless Steel) Smooth rotation for precise control | Wear over time, requires manual adjustment, higher cost for advanced versions |
Trimmer Potentiometers | Circuit Calibration, Embedded Systems | Resistance: 1kΩ-10kΩ (Std) Non-rotary design (screwdriver adjustment) Size: 5mm x 5mm (IEC 60137) | Space-saving, precise adjustments, cost-effective for factory setups | Not user-adjustable, requires tools, limited resistance range |
Linear Potentiometers | Slider Controls, Medical Equipment | Travel Distance: 10mm (Std) ▲ 25mm (Adv) Resistance: 1kΩ-1MΩ (IEC 60320) Linearity: ±2% (Std) ▲ ±0.5% (Adv) | Intuitive linear control, smooth adjustment for audio/medical applications | Larger footprint, complex installation, higher cost for high-precision variants |
Preset Potentiometers | Factory Calibration, Consumer Electronics | Resistance: 1kΩ-100kΩ (Std) Non-adjustable post-installation Temperature Range: -20°C to 70°C (IEC 60068) | Secure settings, prevents tampering, compact size | Cannot adjust post-installation, limited customization |
Audio Control Potentiometers | Audio Mixers, Headphones | Taper Type: Logarithmic (for audio) Resistance: 10kΩ-100kΩ (IEC 60117) Carbon Film Tech (AS 1359) Rotation Smoothness: 270° (Std) ▲ 360° (Adv) | Accurate volume control, tactile feedback, carbon film durability | Higher cost, limited to audio applications |
High-Temperature Potentiometers | Automotive, Aerospace | Operating Temp: 85°C (Std) ▲ 150°C (Adv) Material: Plastic (Std) ▲ Ceramic (Adv) Resistance Stability: ±15% (Std) ▲ ±5% (Adv) | Withstands extreme temperatures, robust ceramic construction | Heavier, larger size, higher cost, limited to industrial use |