The world we have
is the result of our way of thinking.
Albert Einstein
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Aragonesa de Componentes Pasivos, S. A. (ACP), based in
Tarazona (Zaragoza) Spain, is a World recognized specialist in
thick-film technology and its application in the field of variable
resistance since 1988. Our products include angular position sensors,
potentiometers and trimmers which can be found in the following
markets: appliances, automotive and industrial.
ACP’s expertise lays in the development, characterization and
manufacturing of polymeric pastes (resistive, conductive and dielectric)
and its deposition in a wide range of substrates. We are vertically
integrated, we also design and manufacture the plastic and the
metal components that make part of our final products, being experts
in materials and manufacturing processes. Finally, we put together
all these components in our automated assembly lines that feature
the control of the electrical parameters of each and every finished
product.
This expertise allows us to adapt our products for customers with
special and demanding requirements, providing electromechanical
tailor made solutions.
Our products are RoHS and Reach compliant, and we are certified
by IQNet under ISO 9001 and ISO/TS 16949.
ACP has a strong R&D department that includes mechanical,
chemical, materials, electronics and electrical engineers and also
holds collaborations with universities and research institutes. We
count with a professional team that makes our flexibility and high
service level a key part of our value proposition. Our Prototype
Building Team is able to prepare samples in very short lead time.
Equipment:
- In-house designed fully automated assembly lines, with integrated
automated control systems.
- Type C clean room (class 10.000), with screen-printing equipment.
- On line drying, curing and sintering furnaces.
- Convection curing furnaces.
- Laser trimmer.
- Reel to reel electroplating.
- Dies and presses for metal strip stamping.
- Plastic injection machines.
- Quality testing laboratory: climate chambers, profile projectors,
mechanical life equipment, shakers...
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Company certificates:
ISO 9001
(ER-0205/1994)
ISO/TS 16949
(IATF: 0117469, RA02-0006/2005)
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Sometimes we have ideas that seem to clash with the world, as we
know it. But if we are willing to take a different approach and look
at things from a different point of view; they might become a reality.
This way of thinking confirms what we understood at ACP some
time ago: to be innovative we need to look at things from a different
perspective, we need to challenge the established standards.
Facing this situation, we have reversed the first rule of industrial
production: instead of designing to manufacturing, we manufacture
for design. It is the only way to make ideas and the reality compatible
and to come up with advanced concepts... We do know that there
is no more powerful tool than imagination.
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1 General concepts
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2 Potentiometers and sensors
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CA6
14
CE9
24
CE14
36
RS14
48
CS14
58
MCE9
68
MCE14
76
3 Rotary Switches
88
4 Thick film applications
94
5 Special potentiometers
96
Carbon Potentiometers CA
CA9
Carbon Potentiometers CA
CA14
Carbon Potentiometers CA
Cermet Potentiometers CE
Cermet Potentiometers CE
Rotary Sensor
Carbon Endless Sensor
MCA9
Control Carbon Potentiometers CA
MCA14
Carbon Potentiometers CA
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Control Cermet Potentiometers CE
Cermet Potentiometers CE
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General
concepts
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GENERAL CONCEPTS
Potentiometer
configuration
The pin that corresponds to the reading of the wiper is pin B.
A and C are connected to the ends of the resistor, being pin A the initial position and C the final position.
S-B
A-A
S-B
Clockwise shaft rotation
S-B
A
A-A
A-A
E-C
E-C
C
CCW
CW
E-C
B
A-A
E-C
WIPER
S-B
Electric use
Variable resistor
Voltage divider
When pins A and B or C and B are connected, the current goes
through the wiper (blue line).
When a voltage is applied between the ends of the resistor (A and C),
the current goes through the resistor, not the wiper.
Depending on where in the resistor the wiper is placed, it indicates
a lower resistive value than the whole resistor would (we say it is
used as variable resistor or rheostat).
The wiper sees a proportional share of the voltage applied between
the ends (we say this is a Voltage Divider).
The output is measured in ohms.
The output is a voltage, measured in V.
Voltage Divider
Rheostat
C-E
C-E
B-S
B-S
VT
Vo
A-A
A-A
Resistance
Total resistance (RT):
It is the resistance found between the input terminal and the wiper when the latter is positioned to give the maximum value.
Electric noise or contact resistance (RC):
Noise is any variation in the output signal that does not correspond to a similar variation in the input signal. It appears in the contact point
between the resistive element and the wiper. It is measured in Ohms.
This noise can also be measured as “contact resistance variation” (CRV), which is expressed in the percentage of change between the
initial resistance and the value of the resistance after a test. It is measured statically and dynamically. ACP’s potentiometers have less than
5% CRV.
ACP’s standard
resistive values
The standard values are as follows, although values out of range can also be studied.
100Ω
200Ω
220Ω
250Ω
470Ω
500Ω
1KΩ
2KΩ
2.2KΩ
2.5KΩ
4.7KΩ
5KΩ
10KΩ
20KΩ
22KΩ
100
200
220
250
470
500
1K
2K
2K2
2K5
4K7
5K
10K
20K
22K
25KΩ
47KΩ
50KΩ
100KΩ
200KΩ
220KΩ
250KΩ
470KΩ
500KΩ
1MΩ
2MΩ
2.5MΩ
4.7MΩ
5MΩ
25K
47K
50K
100K
200K
220K
250K
470K
500K
1M
2M
2M5
4M7
5M
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Variation laws
- Tapers -
The standard taper is linear (A). Log (B) and Antilog (C) tapers are also available, as well as special tapers according
to customer’s specifications. For example, a special taper can be matched with a potentiometer with detents (click effect), to guarantee
a value in a specific position – see bellow.ACP can also provide with tapers with different slopes, with areas with constant value or jumps, according to customer’s specifications.
Special tapers can be combined with physical detents to match the areas where the customer wants to guarantee a constant value with
a particular angular position. This is particularly suitable in applications which can benefit from a feeling of maintained control over the
position, for example, regulation of temperature or speed.
REGULAR TAPERS
SPECIAL TAPERS
% Resistance or Vo
Vi
% Resistance
100
75
Antilog (C)
Linear (A)
50
Log (B)
A (Linear)
25
B (Log)
0
0
25
50
75
C (Antilog)
100
Rotation angle
% Rotation angle θ
Linearity
with a straight line.
The term “linearity” implies that the real law obtained from plotting angular position vs voltage output is compared
Independent linearity (LN)
It is the maximum vertical deviation of the real law from the straight reference line chosen to best minimize the distance from the real line
in any position.
It is expressed as a percentage of the total voltage applied.
In the graph below, “K” would be the maximum independent linearity and “k” the line with which the real law is compared.
Vo
Vi
Absolute Linearity (LA)
It is the maximum vertical deviation of the real law from the straight reference line that runs through specified minimum and maximum points.
These points would be zero and 100% of the maximum applied voltage.
In the graph below, “H” would be the maximum absolute linearity of the real law and “h” the theoretical line with which the real line is
compared. When some customers are looking for correspondence of angle and value, this is the concept to consider.
Output ratio
K
h
H: Absolute linearity.
Theoretical line: line h is the reference for absolute linearity.
H
K: Independent linearity.
Line k is chosen to minimize deviation.
k
Initial
angle
tolerance
Real law.
Effective electrical angle: 230º
Theorical electrical angle: 245º
Recommended
soldering
conditions
Soldering conditions (Lead free, RoHS compliant)*
Manual soldering
Reflow soldering SMD
Flow (wave) soldering
Soldering tools of 20W max.
Preheating temperature: Max 150ºC; 60-90 s
Recommended Alloy: SnAgCu
Maximum temperature of soldering tools: 280ºC
Temperature Ramp-up: 2-3ºC / s.
Preheating stage: Max 100ºC; 30-60 s.
Time: 3 s. max.
Over 220ºC:<40 s.
Temperature Ramp-up:1.2-2.5ºC/s.
Solder temperature: 240ºC for 5 ± 1 s.
Max. wave temp.: 260ºC for 4s.,
(245ºC recommended)
Besides recommended conditions,
ACP SMD potentiometers have successfully
passed tests at 260ºC (air temp) for 10s.
Time within +0º-10ºC of peak: 10s.
Cooling rate: 5ºC/s.
(*) For other information on soldering conditions, please, contact us.
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Potentiometers
and sensors
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CA6
CARBON – CA6
6mm carbon potentiometers with plastic housing and Ingress
Protection rating type IP 54 (high level of protection against dust
and also against water splashing), according to IEC 60529. Plastic
materials can be self-extinguishable according to UL 94 V-0 under
request.
Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are normally manufactured in tinned brass, although versions
with steel terminals are also available under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight or crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering.
Tapers can be linear, log and antilog; special tapers can also be
studied.
ACP’s potentiometers can be adjusted from either the front or the
back, both in the horizontal and the vertical adjustment types.
Thumbwheels and shafts can be ordered either separately or already
inserted in the potentiometer.
Potentiometers can be manufactured in a wide range of possibilities
regarding:
- Resistance value.
- Tolerance.
- Tapers / variation laws.
- Pitch.
- Positioning of the wiper (standard is at 50% rotation).
- Housing and rotor color.
- Mechanical life.
- Self-extinguishable plastic parts according to UL 94 V-0 under
request.
Applications
6mm potentiometers are mainly used in trimming applications,
in different markets:
- Industrial: Timers and relays, dimmers, adjustment of output.
- Electronic appliances: volume regulation, temperature controls
and function selection.
- Automotive: Lighting regulation, dimmers.
- Measurement and test equipment.
- Telecommunication equipment (antenna amplifiers and receivers,
videocomm, intercomm).
- Alarm systems.
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HOW TO ORDER
EXAMPLE: CA6XV2,5-10KA2020 SNP PI WT-6030-BA
Standard features
Series
Rotor
1
2
3
CA6
X
V2,5
Extra features
Model Packg. Ohm value Taper
4
Tol.
Life
Track
8
9
5
6
7
- 10K
A
2020
Standard configuration:
Assembled accessory
Snap in
Housing
Rotor
Wiper
10
11
12
13
SNP
Assembly Ref #
Flam.
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WT
PI
CA6 Through-hole
Color
-6030
-BA
CA6 SMD
Dimensions:
6mm
Protection:
IP 54 (dust-proof)
On request: Self-extinguishable, to meet UL 94 V-0
Substrate:
Carbon technology
Color:
Carbon technology, special for high temperature
Blue housing + white rotor
Brown housing + grey rotor
Bulk or Tape & Reel
Packaging:
at 50% ±15º
Wiper position:
Snap in P (except model CA6VS5)
Terminals:
Resistive value marked on housing. Others on request.
Marking:
Customized products: A drawing is requested when ordering a customized product. Series, rotor, model and total resistive value are indicated before the code that includes
all special specifications. Example: CA6XH2,5-10K CODE C00120.
1 - Series
10 - Terminals
SNAP IN P
CA6
SNP
TPXX, ex: TP20
Shorter tip of terminal, TPXX, where XX is tip length (under request)
2 - Rotors
D
M
N
X
11 - Housing
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
3 - Model and pitch
H2,5
HSMD
VSMD
V2,5
VESMD
4 - Packaging
V5
VS5
VSMD WT…
Trough-hole
Bulk
(blank)...
VESMD WT…
(blank)...
(2)
T&R (Tape and 13” reel)
(N.A.)
T&R (Tape and 15” reel)
(N.A.)(2)
12 - Rotor
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
RT-color; ex., blue: RT-AZ
* Self-extinguishable property, V0, for housing and rotor:
By default, carbon is non self-extinguishable, cermet is Self-extinguishable:
For carbon: self-extinguishable property can be added. V0 means housing
and rotor are V0. If only the housing needs to be V0, then CJ-V0.
If only rotor: RT-V0
SMD models
(1)
CJ-color, ex., red: CJ-RO
(1)
T&R
T&R15
(1) If blank, bulk packaging is implied. (2) N.A., Not Applicable: Tape and Reel packaging is only available for SMD terminals.
(blank)
V0
CJ-V0, RT-V0
13 - Wiper
Wiper position (Standard: 50% ± 15º)
(leave blank)
Initial or CCW
PI
100Ω 200Ω 220Ω 250Ω 470Ω 500Ω 1KΩ 2KΩ ... 500KΩ 1MΩ 2MΩ 2M2Ω 4M7Ω 5MΩ
Final or CW
PF
100 200 220 250 470 500
Others: following clock positions; at 3 hours: P3H
5 - Resistance value
1K
2K
500K 1M
2M
2M2 4M7
5M
PXH, ex: P3H
Wiper torque (Standard: <2Ncm)
(leave blank)
Low torque, < 1.5Ncm
6 - Resistance law / taper
PGB
Lin - Linear
A
Log - Logarithmic
B
14 - Potentiometers with assembled accessories
Antilog - Antilogarithmic
C
Assembled from terminal side
- Special tapers have codes assigned:
Assembled from collector side
CODE YXXXXX
±20%
±25%
±30%
+50%,-30%
±10%
±5%
2020
2525
3030
5030
1010
0505
8 - Operating Life (Cycles)
(leave blank)
Long life: LV + the number of cycles. ex: LV06 for 6.000 cycles. (others on request) LVXX: ex: LV06
9 - Cut Track – Open circuit.
Open circuit at beginning of track, fully CCW
PCI
Open circuit at end of track, fully CW
PCF
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Accessory Reference
See list of shafts and thumbwheels available
7 - Tolerance
Standard (1.000 cycles)
WT
-XXXXX
Example: 6030
Color of shaft or thumbwheel
Non self-extinguishable.
Self-extinguishable according to standard UL 94
(-V0 in box 17 modifies only the accessory, please, note.)
-YY Example, white: BA
(leave blank)
-V0
For ordering spare accessories:
Accessory reference - color- flammability.
Ex. 6030-AZ-V0 is a blue self-extinguishable 6030 thumbwheel
XXXX-YY-V0
Color chart for rotor, housing and accessories
Black(1)
White
NE
BA
Neutral Transp.
IN
TA
Red
Green
Yellow
Blue
Grey
Brown
RO
VE
AM
AZ
GS
MR
(1) black is not an option for housings.
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Rotors are drawn in their standard positioning, 50% of rotation. Alternative delivery positioning can be requested.
Accessories in this catalogue are designed for the X rotor, unless otherwise stated.
X
1.6
0.05
0.65
1.85 +- 0.07
0.03
0.05
0.05
1.5
N
0.65
0.05
M
1.4
D
0.05
Models
All models shown here have the most common rotor for 6mm potentiometers: the X rotor. Different rotors are available
from the menu above.
H2,5
HSMD
3.7
3.45
6.5
2.5
1.4
3.3
2.5 2.5
V2,5
4.5
5
2
2
8.65
4.6 4.05
=
= =
4.3
1.6
=
2.5 2.5
2.5 2.5
4.4
4.2
2.5
2
2.5
6.5
1.6
.5
5
=
=
2
4
3.45
1

5
6.5
0.3
6.5
3.45
0.7
2.5 2.5
2.5 2.5
VSMD
4.2
2.6
=
=
4.8
0.7
VS5
6.5
2.5
=
=
5
6.5
2.5 2.5
2.5 2.5
3.3
5.3
1
1
2.5
6.5
3.3
3.45
6.5
2.5
0.7
4.3
4.6
3.45
0.3
= =
V5
5.1
6.5
= =
4.3
6.2
0.7
2.5
2.5 2.5
3.85
0.3
6.5
2
1
6.5
7.75
4.5
0.3
2
3.45
7.1
6.5
1.4
= =
4.3
SNP not possible with VS5 model
VESMD
VSMD WT-6030
1.4
= =
4.3
2
8.65
= =
4.3
0.3
1.4
4.05
1.6
2
2.7
3.45
2.5
2
2.5
4.2
4
1.6
5.25
2
1.7
= =
4.3
2.5
2.75
6.5
0.3
6.5
Ø3.2
6.5
0.8
3.45
6.
3
2
4.6

2.5
1.6
4
6.5
= =
4.3
VSMD WT-6037
4
2.7
2
3.45
0.3
1.4
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2.5
2
2.5
= =
4.3
1.6
6.5
3.85
8.65
4.6 4.05
2
1.6
6.5
0.8
= =
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Rotors
Models
2.7
2
2.5
3.45
2
0.3
1.7
6.3
= =
4.3
2
5.25
6.5
3.85
2
1.4
.5

3
6.
4.3
2.75
1.7
2
= =

2
5.25
6.5
3.2
0.3
4
6.5
0.8
2
1.6
2.7
2.5
3.45
1.6
4
0.8
VESMD WT-6037
2
= =
1.4
4.3
.5
2.75
VESMD WT-6030
6.5
= =
4.3
Tapers
The standard taper is linear (A). Log (B) and Antilog (C) tapers are also available, as well as special tapers according
to customer’s specifications.
REGULAR TAPERS
% Resistance
100
75
Antilog (C)
Linear (A)
50
Log (B)
25
0
0
25
50
75
100
% Rotation angle θ
Potentiometers
with cut track
The cut track is an area with very high resistive value, resulting in an open circuit. It is widely used in lighting applications.
PCI = Cut at initial position, when the potentiometer is turned fully counter clockwise.
PCF = Cut at final position, when the potentiometer is turned fully clockwise.
Other positions are available on request.
PCI
A
A
B
PCF
B
C
A
C
B
C
A
B
C
Terminals
By default, terminals are always crimped (with snap in, “SNP”) to better hold the component to the PCB during the
soldering operation, except for VS5, with short terminals that do not allow for SNP.
ACP can provide straight terminals if needed.
1.6
SNP
Also, there is an option of having shorter terminal tips.
0.9
Possibilities
for insertion
of accessories
Accessories can be mounted on potentiometers through either the front side (WT) or the collector side (WTI). For the
specific angular position of shafts with planes, a drawing with the exact position is requested.
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WT Front side
WTI Collector side
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Shafts are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable property,
according to UL 94 V-0, under request. ACP can study special shaft designs.
Shafts can be sold separately or delivered already mounted on the potentiometer at ACP.
When a shaft is mounted on a potentiometer, the distance from the top of the potentiometer to the top of the shaft is marked with “L” in
the table below, as shown in the drawings:
H potentiometer + shaft
V potentiometer + shaft
H
H
Total Length
L
L
3.45
L
L
Total Length
3.45
L Dimension
6022
6023
6031
6024
6025
6028
6040
10
10
11
12.2
14.5
14.5
21.3
6022
6023
3
3
10
5
1
Ø3
10
5
1
Ø1.85
0.65
0.8
4
5
6024
6025
3
1
Ø1.85
9
9
Ø3.7
0.65
Ø2.8
Ø5
Ø1.85
Ø6
0.8
6028
6031
14.5
1
9
6.5
3
1
0.8
11
Ø1.85
4
0.65
1
Ø1.85
0.65
3.8
1.5
6.5
0.65
6.5
1
1
14.5
3
12.2
1
0.8
Ø1.85
0.65
Shaft
5
Ø6
6040
21.3
3
1
Ø3.7
0.65
9
0.8
Ø1.85
6.3
1
Ø6
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Shafts
Thumbwheel
Thumbwheels are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable
property according to UL 94 V-0, under request.
Thumbwheels can be mounted on the potentiometers at ACP (see models with WT-6030 or WT-6037) or sold separately. ACP can study
special thumbwheel designs.
6001
6030
3.1 2.7
3.2 2.7
Ø3.2
6.3
6.3
0.8
0.8
2
6032
2
6034
0.63
Ø4.2
0.63
Ø1.89
6.3
0.8
2
2
1.2
6035 (Designed for M rotor)
6037
3.2 2.7
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2
Ø1.89
0.63
3.85
1.5
Ø3.2
Ø1.89
3.1 2.9
3.4
9
3.1
20
Ø1.89
0.63
Ø1.89
0.4
0.63
Ø3.2
6.3
0.8
2
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Packaging
Potentiometer model
With shaft or thumbwheel inserted?
Pieces per small box (150 x 100 x 70)
Pieces per bigger box
(250 x 150 x 70, CG on description)
None, only potentiometers.
1.000
4.000
6001, 6030, 6032, 6035, 6037
1.000
3.000
6024, 6025, 6028
300
To be determined.
6022, 6023, 6031
500
To be determined.
With thumbwheel inserted?
13” Reel (Standard),
with 24mm width tape
15” Reel, with 24mm width tape
None, only potentiometers.
1.200 pcs per reel, 12mm
step between cavities.
1.700 pcs per reel, 12mm
step between cavities.
6030, 6035, 6037
750 pcs per reel, 12mm
step between cavities.
1.100 pcs per reel, 12mm
step between cavities.
None, only potentiometers.
750 pcs per reel, 12mm
step between cavities.
1.000 pcs per reel, 12mm
step between cavities.
With specific thumbwheel.
Under request.
H2,5 - V2,5 - V5
VS5 - HSMD - VSMD - VESMD
Tape & Reel packaging:
VSMD - VESMD
HSMD
CA6
Bulk packaging:
Under request.
The 13” reel is the standard. For the 15” reel, T&R15 is added to the description.
1.75
4.8
12
2
.5
7.5
1
12
. 55
2
1
4
.2
1.75
2
24
24
11.5
2
1
1.5
5.4

12

2
VESMD-T&R…WT-6030 / 6035 / 6037
11.5
4
1.
55
VESMD-T&R
1.75
6.7
1.75
24
24
11.5
5
1.
4
11.5
2
1.2
12
2
2
1.5
5
4
VSMD-T&R…WT-6030 / 6035 / 6037
1.
55
VSMD-T&R
16
7.85
2.4
6
1.75
7.5
12
1.5
4
5
HSMD-T&R
13”Reel
15”Reel
2
30
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
13
381 (15")
330 (13")
13
2.2
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Electric
Specifications
These are standard features; other specifications and out of range values can be studied on request.
Range of resistance values*
Lin (A)
Log (B) Antilog (C)
Tolerance*
Rn < 100Ω:
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 100KΩ
100K< Rn ≤ 1MΩ:
1MΩ < Rn ≤5MΩ:
Rn > 5MΩ:
CA6 Through-hole
CA6 SMD
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 5MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 2M2Ω
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 1MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 1 MΩ
+50%, -30% (out of range)
±20%
±20%
±30%
+50%, -30% (out of range)
±25%
±25%
±50%
-
Variation laws
Lin (A), Log (B), Antilog (C). Other tapers available on request
Residual resistance
Lin (A), Log (B), Antilog (C) ≤ 5*10-3*Rn. Minimum value 2Ω
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (dynamic)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 215º±20º ≤ 3%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (static)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 215º±20º ≤ 5%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
Maximum power dissipation**
Lin (A)
Log (B), Antilog (C)
at 50ºC
0.10W
0.06W
Maximum voltage
Lin (A)
Log (B), Antilog (C)
100VDC
60VDC
Operating temperature
-25ºC … +70ºC (+85ºC on request)
Temperature coefficient
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 10KΩ
10KΩ < Rn ≤ 5MΩ
+200/ -500 ppm
+200/ -1000 ppm
+200/ -300 ppm
+200/ -500 ppm
* Out of range ohm values and tolerances are available on request, please, inquire.
** Dissipation of special tapers will vary, please, inquire.
Mechanical
Specifications
Resistive element
CA6 Through-hole
CA6 SMD
Carbon technology
Carbon technology
Angle of rotation (mechanical)
235º ± 10º
Angle of rotation (electrical)
215º ± 20º
Wiper standard delivery position
50% ± 15º
Max. stop torque
4 Ncm
Max. push/pull on rotor
9.8 N
Wiper torque*
<2 Ncm
Mechanical life
1.000 cycles (others available on request)
* Stronger or softer torque feeling is available on request.
Test
results
The following typical test results are given at 23ºC ±2ºC and 50% ±25% RH.
CA6 Through-hole and SMD
Test conditions
Typical variation of nominal resistance
500 h. at 40°C and 95% RH
+5%, -2%
16 h at 85ºC, plus 2 h at –25ºC
±2.5%
1.000 h. at 50°C
+0%; -6%
Mechanical life
1.000 cycles at 10 c.p.m. and at 23°C ± 2°C
±4%
Soldering effect
2 seconds at 350°C
±1%
Storage (3 years)
3 years at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
Damp heat
Thermal cycles
Load life
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Test
results
Power derating curve:
CA6
CA6 Through-hole and SMD
100
90
80
%W
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
50ºC
70ºC
Representation of the typical variation of nominal resistance (with 95% confidence) throughout the ohm value range:
CA6 Through-hole and SMD
% Value variation
Damp heat
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
800
100K 470K
1M
4M7
% Value variation
Load life
Variation area
600
400
200
0
-200
-400
-600
-800
-1000
100H
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
-8
-9
-10
100H
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
Variation area
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
10
% Value variation
Mechanical life
Variation area
1000
Value variation ppm
Temperature Coefficient
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
100H
8
Variation area
6
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
-10
100H
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
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CA9
Carbon Potentiometers CA
CE9
Cermet Potentiometers CE
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CE9
CA9
CARBON – CA9
CERMET – CE9
9mm carbon potentiometers with plastic housing and Ingress
Protection rating type IP 54 (high level of protection against dust
and also against water splashing), according to IEC 60529. Plastic
materials can be self-extinguishable according to UL 94 V-0 under
request.
9mm cermet potentiometers with plastic housing and Ingress
Protection rating type IP 54 (high level of protection against dust
and also against water splashing), according to IEC 60529. Plastic
materials (housing and rotor) are self-extinguishable according to
UL 94 V-0 for ACP’s cermet potentiometers.
Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are normally manufactured in tinned brass, although versions
with steel terminals are also available under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight or crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering.
Cermet potentiometers have better thermal stability, allow for higher
thermal dissipation and withstand higher temperatures than carbon
potentiometers.
Tapers can be linear, log and antilog; special tapers can also be
studied.
ACP’s potentiometers can be adjusted from either the front or the
back, both in the horizontal and the vertical adjustment types.
Thumbwheels and shafts can be ordered either separately or already
inserted in the potentiometer.
Potentiometers can be manufactured in a wide range of possibilities
regarding:
- Resistance value.
- Tolerance.
- Tapers / variation laws.
- Pitch.
- Positioning of the wiper (standard is at 50% rotation).
- Housing and rotor color.
- Mechanical life.
- Click effect (up to 20 detents available).
- Self-extinguishable plastic parts according to UL 94 V-0.
Applications
9mm potentiometers are mainly used in control applications, in
different markets:
- Industrial: Timers and relays, dimmers, adjustment of output.
- Electronic appliances: volume regulation, temperature controls and
function selection.
- Automotive: Lighting regulation (position adjustment and sensing
for headlights), dimmers, seat heating controls.
Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are manufactured in tinned brass, although versions with
steel terminals are also available under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight or crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering.
Tapers can be linear, log and antilog; special tapers can also be
studied.
ACP’s potentiometers can be adjusted from either the front or the
back, both in the horizontal and the vertical adjustment types.
Thumbwheels and shafts can be ordered either separately or already
inserted in the potentiometer.
Potentiometers can be manufactured in a wide range of possibilities
regarding:
- Resistance value.
- Tolerance.
- Tapers / variation laws.
- Pitch.
- Positioning of the wiper (the standard is at 50%).
- Housing and rotor color.
- Mechanical life.
- Click effect (up to 20 detents available).
Applications
9mm cermet potentiometers are used in applications where either
the operating temperature is high, or where the application requires
product with excellent ohmic value stability:
- Electronic appliances: temperature controls.
- Automotive: climate controls, position sensors, seat heating controls.
- Industrial electronics: multimeters, oscilloscopes, time relays,
measurement and test equipment.
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CA9
CE9
HOW TO ORDER
EXAMPLE: CA9MH2,5-10KA2020 SNP PI WT-9005-BA
EXAMPLE: CE9MH2,5-10KA2020 SNP PI WT-9005-BA-V0
Series
Rotor
Assembled accessory
Extra features
Standard features
Model Packg. Ohm value Taper
1
2
3
CA9/CE9
M
H2,5
4
Standard configuration:
Tol.
Life
8
5
6
7
- 10K
A
2020
Track Detents Snap in Housing
9
10
11
Rotor
Wiper
Lin.
13
14
15
12
SNP
CA9 Through-hole
Assembly Ref #
Flam.
-BA
-V0
16
PI
WT
CA9 SMD
Dimensions:
Color
-9005
CE9 Through-hole and SMD
9mm
IP 54 (dust-proof)
On request: Self-extinguishable, to meet UL 94 V-0
Protection:
Carbon technology
Carbon technology, special for high temperature
Cermet
Blue housing + white rotor
Brown housing + grey rotor
Brown housing + white rotor
Substrate:
Color:
Bulk
Packaging:
at 50% ±15º
Wiper position:
Terminals:
Straight, without crimping.
Marking:
Resistive value marked on housing. Others on request.
Customized products: A drawing is requested when ordering a customized product. Series, rotor, model and total resistive value are indicated before the code that includes
all special specifications. Example: CA9PH2,5-10K CODE C00111.
1 - Series
CA9
11 - Terminals
SNAP IN P
CE9
SNAP IN J
2 - Rotors
C
D
J
K
KA
M
MA
MT
P
R
Y
H2,5
H3,8
VK10
SNJ
Shorter tip of terminal, TPXX, where XX is tip length (under request)
HS3,8
VR10
H5
MAV10
HSMD
MTV10
V7,5
VSMD VSMD WT-9002
Trough-hole
SMD models
(blank)...(1)
(blank)...(1)
T&R (Tape and 13” reel)
(N.A.)(2)
T&R
T&R (Tape and 15” reel)
(N.A.)(2)
T&R15
4 - Packaging
Bulk
CJ-color, ex., red: CJ-RO
13 - Rotor
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
RT-color; ex., blue: RT-AZ
100Ω 200Ω 220Ω 250Ω 470Ω 500Ω 1KΩ 2KΩ ... 500KΩ 1MΩ 2MΩ 2M2Ω 4M7Ω 5MΩ
1K
2K
500K 1M
2M
2M2 4M7
5M
(leave blank)
Initial or CCW
PI
Final or CW
PF
PXH, ex: P3H
Others: following clock positions; at 3 hours: P3H
6 - Resistance law / taper
Lin - Linear
A
Log - Logarithmic
B
Antilog - Antilogarithmic
C
- Special tapers have codes assigned:
Wiper torque (Standard: <2.5Ncm, for detents: <3.5)
PGB
15 - Linearity
Not controlled
(leave blank)
Independent linearity controlled & below x%, for example, 3%: LN3%
7 - Tolerance
±20%
±30%
+50%,-30%
±10%
±5%
2020
3030
5030
1010
0505
8 - Operating Life (Cycles)
9 - Cut Track – Open circuit.
Open circuit at beginning of track, fully CCW
PCI
Open circuit at end of track, fully CW
PCF
10 - Detents (DT)
LAx%
16 - Potentiometers with assembled accessories
Assembled from terminal side
WT
WTI
-XXXXX
Example: 9010
Accessory Reference
See list of shafts and thumbwheels available
Color of shaft or thumbwheel
Non self-extinguishable.
Self-extinguishable according to standard UL 94
(-V0 in box 17 modifies only the accessory, please, note.)
DTI
Color chart for rotor, housing and accessories
One detent at the end
DTF
Black(1)
White
XDT: 10DT
NE
BA
Special detents are available on request: If you need to assign a voltage value to each detent, please inquire.
-YY Example, white: BA
(leave blank)
-V0
For ordering spare accessories:
Accessory reference - color- flammability.
Ex. 9010-AZ-V0 is a blue self-extinguishable 9010 thumbwheel
One detent at the beginning
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Absolute linearity controlled & below x%
Assembled from collector side
(leave blank)
Long life: LV + the number of cycles. ex: LV10 for 10.000 cycles. (others on request) LVXX: ex: LV10
X number of detents
(leave blank)
Low torque, < 1.5Ncm
CODE YXXXXX
Standard (1.000 cycles)
(blank)
V0
CJ-V0, RT-V0
14 - Wiper
Wiper position (Standard: 50% ± 15º)
5 - Resistance value
100 200 220 250 470 500
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
* Self-extinguishable property, V0, for housing and rotor:
By default, carbon is non self-extinguishable, cermet is self-extinguishable:
For carbon: self-extinguishable property can be added. V0 means housing
and rotor are V0 if only the housing needs to be V0, then CJ-V0.
If only rotor: RT-V0
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TPXX, ex: TP25
12 - Housing
3 - Model and pitch
V10
SNP
Neutral Transp.
IN
TA
XXXX-YY-V0
Red
Green
Yellow
Blue
Grey
Brown
RO
VE
AM
AZ
GS
MR
(1) black is not an option for housings.
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Rotors
Rotors are drawn in their standard positioning, 50% of rotation. Alternative delivery positioning can be requested.
Accessories in this catalogue are designed for the M rotor, unless otherwise stated.
M
0.05
CA9
0.05
MA
R
MT
0.05
Y
0.1
2
0.8
0.05
0.1
0.05
2
0.05
2.4
0.05
2
0.8
Ø2.1
0.8
CE9
0.05
2
5
0.0
120°
1.6
P
0.05
Ø2.1
2
30°
2
0.05
KA
0.1
0.9
0.1
0.05
Ø2
0.9
K
0.1
J
0.05
1.7
D
Ø2.1
C
Models
All models shown here have the most common rotor for 9mm potentiometers: the M rotor. Different rotors are available
from the menu above.
H2,5
1
2.5
2.5
10
0.3
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
HS3,8
3.8
H5
9.8
4.8
4.8
3
1.
10
12
5
2.5
2.5
1
0.3
3.8
2.5
7.3
2.5
2.5
2.5
V10
1
7.5
5
0.3
4.8
2.5
2.5
2.5
1.3
3
2.5
7.2
3
1.
1.3
6
10
5
10
4
4
1
0.3
4.8
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
4
4
5
5
5
9.8
Ø3.95
5
5
10
10
2.5
V10 (With rotors MA or KA)
6
9.8
2.5
6
2.5
7.5
5
10
5.8
2.5
4
5.6
0.3
10
10.6
2.5
2.5
9.8
4.7
2
2.5
V7,5
HSMD
9.8
1
5
2.5
10
2.5
4
3.5
0.3
2.5
7
3.8
10
10.3
5.3
1.
3
9.8
1
4
4
0.3
2.5
4
7
7
12
3
1.
2.5
10
12
4.8
9.8
4.8
12.8
7.8
9.8
H3,8
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0.3
2.5
2.5
2.5
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Models
V10 (With rotor MT)
VK10
6
1. 3
6.7
9.8
10
2.5
5
2.5
2.5
4.7
0.3
2.5
2.5
2.5
9.25
4.75 4.5
10
5
2.5
2.5
2.5
1.9
1
2.5
2
2.5
2.5
1.3
9.8
4
10
5
10
4.8
0.3
2.5
5.5
1.3
5
10
4.8
VSMD
6
9.8
5
0.3
1
4
5
5
5
2.5
VR10
4
3
1.
10
10
10
2.5
2.5
2.5
0.3
1
4
4
5
10
10
5
9.8
4
2.5
5.5 2
0.2
4.7
1.3
9.8
2.5
2
1.9
2.5
9.25
0.3
3
10
0.8
2.5
4.75 4.5
11
.5
2.5
VSMD WT-9002
4
2.5
2.5
GANGED
GANGED: Set of potentiometers in a row that allows for simultaneous adjustment of all of them through one shaft. Recommended
potentiometer model is H2,5. MTX2 (2 potentiometers), MTX4 (4), MTX6 (6), MTX8 (8).
Model
MTX2
MTX4
MTX6
MTX8
Shaft
9048, 9074, 9076
9039, 9051
9018
9056
MTX8
MTX6
MTX4
MTX2
Tapers
The standard taper is linear (A). Log (B) and Antilog (C) tapers are also available, as well as special tapers according
to customer’s specifications. For example, a special taper can be matched with a potentiometer with detents (click effect) to guarantee a
value in a specific position – see “detents” section.REGULAR TAPERS
SPECIAL TAPERS
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Antilog (C)
Linear (A)
50
Log (B)
25
0
0
25
50
% Rotation angle θ
28
% Resistance or Vo
Vi
% Resistance
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100
Rotation angle
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Potentiometers
with cut track
PCF
CA9
PCI
CE9
The cut track is an area with very high resistive value, resulting in an open circuit. It is widely used in lighting applications.
Mechanical life with cut track needs to be confirmed.
PCI = Cut at initial position, when the potentiometer is turned fully counter clockwise.
PCF = Cut at final position, when the potentiometer is turned fully clockwise.
Other positions are available on request.
B
A
A
C
B
C
A B C
A B C
Potentiometers
with detents
ACP’s patented detent (DT) feature is especially suitable for control applications where the end used will turn a knob
inserted in the potentiometer. Detents can be used to add a click feeling to the turning of the potentiometer or to control the position in
which the wiper is placed, assuring a particular output value with a narrow tolerance.
Detents can be light or strong, or even a combination of different feelings. They can be evenly distributed along the angle (standard) or
tailored to match customers’ request. They can also be combined with special tapers: constant value areas, open circuit zone, different
slopes, etc. One common example is a potentiometer with detents and matching non-overlapping voltage values in specific angular
positions, used to feed in a voltage value to a microprocessor:
Example of 5DT with control of value in each DT.
U/UN
MIDDLE POSITION
100%
240°
75%
C
DT3
=
12
0°
UN
B
B
=
DT4
A
25%
=
=
U
DT2
0°
12
50%
DT5
DT1
C
A
0%
A
=
DT1
=
=
DT2
DT3
=
DT5
DT4
C
240º
Other examples of potentiometers with detents:
10DT
B
B
=
12
0°
240°
0°
12
240°
0°
12
12
0°
20DT
DT9
=
==
=
DT3
DT2
DT1
DT10
DT1
A
==
DT2
=
=
=
DT3
C
DT19
DT20
A
C
Number of standard detents (evenly distributed) already available.
1 (Initial, final or central), 2 DT (initial and
final), 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,10, 20.
Maximum number of detents for feeling only
20
Maximum number of detents when the voltage value in each detent is controlled and non-overlapping.
10
Our patented design with two wipers has improved the performance of these potentiometers, giving them more stable electrical parameters,
improved reliability and Contact Resistance Variation (CRV) as well as narrower tolerances for detent positioning.
For potentiometers with detents, mechanical life is also 1.000 cycles if no additional cycles are mentioned. Please, indicate the number of
cycles needed with LV (number of cycles), for example: LV07, for 7.000 cycles.
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Terminals
By default, terminals are always straight, as shown on the “models” section. ACP can provide crimped terminals (with
snap in, “SNP” or “SNJ”) to better hold the component to the PCB during the soldering operation.
SNJ
1.6
1.6
SNP
0.9
1.1
Also, there is an option of having shorter terminal tips:
Standard Terminal
Shorter terminal, for H5 TP25
4.0
2.5
X.X
Shorter terminal, TPXX (under request)
Possibilities
for insertion
of accessories
Accessories can be mounted on potentiometers through either the front side (WT) or the collector side (WTI). For the
specific angular position of shafts with planes, a drawing with the exact position is requested.
WT Front side
WTI Collector side
WT Front side
WTI Collector side
Shafts
Shafts are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable property,
according to UL 94 V-0, under request. ACP can study special shaft designs.
Shafts can be sold separately or delivered already mounted on the potentiometer at ACP.
Unless otherwise stated, the arrow in the shafts is in line with the wiper and it points to 50% when assembled with M rotors.
When a shaft is mounted on a potentiometer, the distance from the top of the potentiometer to the top of the shaft is marked with “L” in
the table below, as shown in the drawings:
H potentiometer + shaft
V potentiometer + shaft
L
L
H
L
H
4.7
L
Total Length
Total Length
4.7
Shaft
9071 9067 9072 9074 9054 9004 9005 9064 9055 9070 9076 9053 9018 9039 9048 9056 9009 9059 9063 9010 9051 9006 9019 9073 9020 9047
L Dimension 3.5
5.5
6.5
9.3
9.5
10
10
10
10.8 11.9
12
12.1 12.8 12.8 12.8 12.8 14.5 14.5 14.5
9004
19.7 19.9 25.5 25.9 29.8
13.9
13.9
10
3.9
10
5
Ø3
2
5
1
2
0.8
1
4
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3.9
30
15
5
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Shafts
9006
9009
23.6
3.9
5.2
1
14.5
1
6
0.8
9
Ø6
9
9018 (for 6 ganged potentiometers)
9010
18.9
3.9
Ø2.8
1
3
1
48.3
15
3.5
35.5
Ø3.6
2
6.5
5
1
12.8
9020 (Designed for D rotor)
23.8
3.9
29.8
19.9
R
3.
8
1.6
0.9
2
3.9
1
25.9
1.6
0.9
16
3
1
2
Ø6
9.3
9019 (Designed for D rotor)
2
6
1.5
0.8
9
1
R3
.8
2
6.5
1
1
CE9
0.8
Ø3.6
2
6.5
3.9
CA9
Ø3.6
18.4
19.7
6
4
Ø4
Ø1.95
9039 (for 4 ganged potentiometers)
9047
33.7
33.3
20.5
3.6
3.9
12.8
2
6
1.5
0.8
Ø1.95
1
3.7
29.8
2
1
0.8
9048 (for 2 ganged potentiometers)
9051 (for 4 ganged potentiometers)
35.5
12.8
1.5
Ø3.6
2
6
7.2
25
12.2
5.3
20.5
10.5
15
1.5
2
0.8
2
0.5
6
0.8
1
Ø6
9.3
Ø8.5
12
9053
9054
16
3.9
13.4
12.1
1
Ø2.8
1
1
9
2
6.5
9.5
3.9
1
Ø3.6
2
6.5
1
Ø5
0.8
9055
Ø6
9
9056 (for 8 ganged potentiometers)
57
0.8
3.9
1
12.8
44.2
14.7
10.8
2
5
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Ø3.6
1
Metal
Hexagon
1.5
6
0.8
9.3
2
Ø6
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9059
9063
18.4
3.9
14.5
Ø3.6
1
18.4
2
6.5
3.9
1
1.5
14.5
1
4
2
6.5
1
Ø6
0.8
9
1
9064
9067
15.3
5.3
10.8
10
5
1
Ø3.6
2
4.5
6.3
1
2
6Ø
Ø3
Ø6
9
The arrow is in line with the wiper when potentiometer has rotor J
(with M rotor, there is a 30º difference).
0.8
1
5
The arrow is in line with the wiper when potentiometer has rotor J
(with M rotor, there is a 30º difference).
9070
9071
17.3
11.9
1
0.8
5.4
Ø3.7
1.2
2.1
8.9
5.4 3.5
0.8
2.05
0.9
5
6
9072
5
29.4
11.9
3.9
6.5
3.8
0.9
1
5
25.5
7
1
Ø3.8
2.05
2
5
Ø4.3
9074 (for 2 ganged potentiometers)
9076 (for 2 ganged potentiometers)
21.5
24.2
12.2
1
9.3
6.5
12.2
2
12
2.8
1
0.8
0.8
Ø4.3
9073
5.4
Ø3.6
2.05
9
1
Ø6
2
6.5
Ø5
9
Thumbwheel
Thumbwheels are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable
property according to UL 94 V-0, under request.
Thumbwheels can be mounted on the potentiometers at ACP or sold separately. ACP can study special thumbwheel designs.
9002
9041
6
4.2
0.2
0.8
2
2
21
3
1.8
11
.5
5.9
3.9 2
1
1.5
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Thumbwheel
9060 (Designed for R rotor)
9061
10.5
10
5
5.25 5.25
5
2.35
CE9
5
1.5
5
1.5
3
3
CA9
Ø15
Ø15
2.05
Packaging
Bulk packaging:
With shaft or thumbwheel inserted?
Pieces per small box (150 x 100 x 70)
Pieces per bigger box
(250 x 150 x 70, CG on description)
None, only potentiometers.
500
1.500
9002
250
1.000
9004, 9005, 9006, 9009, 9010,
9018, 9039, 9041, 9047, 9048,
9051, 9053, 9054, 9055, 9056,
9059, 9060, 9061, 9063, 9064,
9067, 9070.
200
1.000 in general
9071, 9072
400
1.250
MTX2
9048, 9074, 9076
150
To be determined.
MTX4
9039, 9051
75
To be determined.
MTX6
9018
50
To be determined.
MTX8
9056
40
To be determined.
With thumbwheel inserted?
13” Reel (Standard),
with 24mm width tape
15” Reel, with 24mm width tape
None, only potentiometers.
900 pcs per reel, 12mm
step between cavities.
1.250 pcs per reel, 12mm
step between cavities.
9002
700 pcs per reel, 12mm
step between cavities.
To be determined.
350 pcs per reel, 16 mm
step between cavities
500 pcs per reel, 16 mm
step between cavities
Potentiometer model
H2,5 - H3,8 - HS3,8 - H5
HSMD - V7,5 - V10
VK10 - VR10 - VSMD
Tape & Reel packaging:
VSMD
HSMD
The 13” reel is the standard. For the 15” reel, T&R15 is added to the description.
VSMD-T&R
4
6.5
24
3
11.5
11.5
11.5
2
13
13
24
6.5
381 (15")
1.75
1.75
15”Reel
330 (13")
.5
1
1.
5
16

2
55
1.
12
13”Reel
HSMD-T&R
4
2
3
1.5
2.
5
11.5
1.75
24
55
1.
12
2
1.
5
4
VSMD-T&R…WT-9002
2.2
30
30
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
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Electric
Specifications
These are standard features; other specifications and out of range values can be studied on request.
Range of resistance values*
Lin (A)
Log (B) Antilog (C)
Tolerance*
Rn < 100Ω:
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 100KΩ
100K< Rn ≤ 1MΩ:
1MΩ < Rn ≤5MΩ:
Rn > 5MΩ:
CA9 Through-hole
CA9 SMD
CE9 Through-hole and SMD
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 5MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 2M2Ω
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 1MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 1 MΩ
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 5MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 2M2Ω
+50%, -30% (out of range)
±20%
±20%
±30%
+50%, -30% (out of range)
±30%
±40%
±50%
-
±20%
±20%
±30%
-
Variation laws
Lin (A), Log (B), Antilog (C). Other tapers available on request
Residual resistance
≤2Ω
Lin (A), Log (B), Antilog (C) ≤ 5*10-3*Rn. Minimum value 2Ω
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 220º±20º ≤ 3%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (dynamic)
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (static)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 220º±20º ≤ 5%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
Maximum power dissipation**
Lin (A)
Log (B), Antilog (C)
at 50ºC
0.15W
0.10W
at 70º C.
0.5W
0.20W
Maximum voltage
Lin (A)
Log (B), Antilog (C)
200VDC
150VDC
200VDC
-25ºC … +70ºC (+85ºC on request)
-40ºC … +90ºC (+125ºC on request)
Operating temperature
Temperature coefficient
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 10KΩ
10KΩ < Rn ≤ 5MΩ
±100 ppm
±100 ppm
+200/ -500 ppm
+200/ -1000 ppm
+200/ -300 ppm
+200/ -500 ppm
* Out of range ohm values and tolerances are available on request, please, inquire.
** Dissipation of special tapers will vary, please, inquire.
Mechanical
Specifications
Resistive element
CA9 Through-hole
CA9 SMD
CE9 Through-hole and SMD
Carbon technology
Carbon technology
Cermet
Angle of rotation (mechanical)
240º ± 5º
Angle of rotation (electrical)
220º ± 20º
Wiper standard delivery position
50% ± 15º
5 Ncm
Max. stop torque
40 N
Max. push/pull on rotor
Wiper torque*
<2 Ncm
Potentiometers with detents: <2.5 Ncm
Mechanical life
1.000 cycles (many more available on request, please, inquire)
* Stronger or softer torque feeling is available on request.
Test
results
The following typical test results are given at 23ºC ±2ºC and 50% ±25% RH.
CA9 Through-hole and SMD
CE9 Through-hole and SMD
Test conditions
Typical variation of
nominal resistance
Test conditions
Typical variation of
nominal resistance
500 h. at 40°C and 95% RH
+5%, -2%
500 h. at 40°C and 95% RH
±2%
16 h at 85ºC, plus 2 h at –25ºC
±2.5%
16 h at 90ºC, plus 2 h at –40ºC
±2%
1.000 h. at 50°C
+0%; -6%
1.000 h. at 70°C
±2%
Mechanical life
1.000 cycles at 10 c.p.m.
and at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
1.000 cycles at 10 c.p.m.
and at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
Soldering effect
2 seconds at 350°C
±1%
2 seconds at 350°C
±1%
Storage (3 years)
3 years at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
3 years at 23°C ± 2°C
±1%
Damp heat
Thermal cycles
Load life
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CA9 Through-hole and SMD
100
100
90
90
80
80
70
70
60
60
50
40
50
40
30
30
20
20
10
10
0
50ºC
CE9
%W
%W
Power derating curve:
CE9 Through-hole and SMD
0
70ºC
70ºC
90ºC
CA9
Test
results
For temperatures out of range
The normal operation temperature for a carbon ACP potentiometer is -25ºC to +70ºC. When the temperature goes up to 85ºC, the following
variations should be observed:
Load life
1.000 h. at 50ºC
+0%; -6%
The power derating curve
to consider is:
1.000 h. at 85ºC
+0%; -15%
100
90
80
%W
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
50ºC
85ºC
Representation of the typical variation of nominal resistance (with 95% confidence) throughout the ohm value range:
CA9 Through-hole and SMD
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
% Value variation
Value variation (ppm)
Variation area
600
400
200
0
-200
-400
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
-8
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
800
100K 470K
1M
4M7
Variation area
600
400
200
0
-1000
100H
Variation area
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
-8
-9
-10
100H
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
Variation area
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
10
8
Variation area
6
% Value variation
% Value variation
-6
-800
470
10
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
-10
100H
-4
-600
-800
100H
0
-2
-400
-600
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
-8
-9
-10
2
-200
% Value variation
% Value variation
Load life
4
-10
100H
4M7
Variation area
6
1000
800
-1000
100H
Mechanical life
8
1000
Value variation (ppm)
Temperature Coefficient
10
Variation area
% Value variation
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
100H
Damp heat
CE9 Through-hole and SMD
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
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Variation area
6
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
-10
100H
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
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CA14
Carbon Potentiometers CA
CE14
Cermet Potentiometers CE
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CE14
CA14
CARBON – CA14
CERMET – CE14
14mm carbon potentiometers with plastic housing and Ingress
Protection rating type IP 54 (high level of protection against dust
and also against water splashing), according to IEC 60529. Plastic
materials can be self-extinguishable according to UL 94 V-0 under
request.
14mm cermet potentiometers with plastic housing and Ingress
Protection rating type IP 54 (high level of protection against dust
and also against water splashing), according to IEC 60529. Plastic
materials (housing and rotor) are self-extinguishable according to
UL 94 V-0. ACP’s cermet potentiometers have better thermal stability,
allow for higher thermal dissipation and withstand higher
temperatures than carbon potentiometers.
Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are normally manufactured in tinned brass, although versions
with steel terminals are also available under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight or crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering.
Tapers can be linear, log and antilog; special tapers can also be
studied.
ACP’s potentiometers can be adjusted from either the front or the
back, both in the horizontal and the vertical adjustment types.
Thumbwheels and shafts can be ordered either separately or already
inserted in the potentiometer.
Potentiometers can be manufactured in a wide range of possibilities
regarding:
- Resistance value.
- Tolerance.
- Tapers / variation laws.
- Pitch.
- Positioning of the wiper (standard is at 50% rotation).
- Housing and rotor color.
- Mechanical life.
- Click effect (up to 38 detents available).
- Self-extinguishable plastic parts according to UL 94 V-0.
Applications
14mm potentiometers are mainly used in control applications in
different markets:
- Electronic household appliances, heating, ventilation and air
conditioning (HVAC) equipment, thermostats.
- Automotive: HVAC controls, lighting regulation (position adjustment
and sensing), dimmers, seat heating controls.
- Industrial electronics: multimeters, oscilloscopes, time relays,
measurement and test equipment.
Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are manufactured in tinned brass, although versions with
steel terminals are also available under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight or crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering.
Tapers can be linear, log and antilog; special tapers can also be
studied.
ACP’s potentiometers can be adjusted from either the front or the
back, both in the horizontal and the vertical adjustment types.
Thumbwheels and shafts can be ordered either separately or already
inserted in the potentiometer.
Potentiometers can be manufactured in a wide range of possibilities
regarding:
- Resistance value.
- Tolerance.
- Tapers / variation laws.
- Pitch.
- Positioning of the wiper (the standard is at 50%).
- Housing and rotor color.
- Mechanical life.
- Click effect (up to 38 detents available).
Applications
14mm cermet potentiometers are used in applications where either
the operating temperature is high, or where the applications requires
product with excellent ohmic value stability:
- Electronic appliances: boilers, water heaters.
- Automotive: climate controls, position sensors.
- Industrial electronics: multimeters, oscilloscopes, time relays,
measurement and test equipment.
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CA14
CE14
HOW TO ORDER
EXAMPLE: CA14NV12,5-10KA2020 10DT SNP PI WT-14117-BA
EXAMPLE: CE14NV12,5-10KA2020 10DT SNP PI WT-14117-BA-V0
Assembled accessory
Extra features
Standard features
Series
Rotor
1
2
Model Packg. Ohm value Taper
3
CA14/CE14
N
H2,5
4
Standard configuration:
Tol.
Life
5
6
7
8
- 10K
A
2020
Track Detents Snap in Housing
9
10
11
10DT
SNP
CA14 Through-hole
Rotor
Wiper
Lin.
13
14
15
12
Color
Flam.
-BA
-V0
16
PI
WT
CA14 SMD
Dimensions:
Assembly Ref #
14117
CE14 Through-hole and SMD
14mm
Protection:
IP 54 (dust-proof)
On request: Self-extinguishable, to meet UL 94 V-0
Carbon technology
Carbon technology, special for high temperature
Cermet
Blue housing + white rotor
Brown housing + grey rotor
Brown housing + white rotor
Substrate:
Color:
Bulk
Packaging:
at 50% ±15º
Wiper position:
Terminals:
Straight, without crimping.
Marking:
Resistive value marked on housing. Others on request.
Customized products: A drawing is requested when ordering a customized product. Series, rotor, model and total resistive value are indicated before the code that includes
all special specifications. Example: CA14PH2,5-10K CODE C00111.
11 - Terminals
1 - Series
CA14
SNAP IN P
CE14
SNP
2 - Rotors
SNAP IN R
B
Shorter tip of terminal, TPXX, where XX is tip length (under request)
D
E
F
G
K
M
N
P
T
X
Z
3 - Model and pitch
H0
HC0
VR12,5
H2,5
V15
VJ15
H4
H5
(V15) ... CFF
HA5
HL5
V12,5
V17,5
VD7,5
VD11
VA12,5
VSMD
VL12,5
VSMD … CY
HSMD (Under request, not readily available)
4 - Packaging
Bulk
SMD models
(blank)...(1)
(blank)...(1)
(N.A.)
T&R (Tape and 15” reel)
(2)
T&R
(2)
T&R15
(N.A.)
5 - Resistance value
100Ω 200Ω 220Ω 250Ω 470Ω 500Ω 1KΩ 2KΩ ... 500KΩ 1MΩ 2MΩ 2M2Ω 4M7Ω 5MΩ
1K
2K
500K 1M
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
2M
2M2 4M7
5M
Other resistive values available on request.
13 - Rotor
RT-color; ex., blue: RT-AZ
Wiper position (Standard: 50% ± 15º)
(leave blank)
Initial or CCW
PI
Final or CW
PF
Others: following clock positions; at 3 hours: P3H
A
Low torque, < 1.5Ncm
Log - Logarithmic
B
15 - Linearity
Antilog - Antilogarithmic
C
Lin - Linear
- Special tapers have codes assigned:
PXH, ex: P3H
(leave blank)
PGB
Not controlled
CODE YXXXXX
(leave blank)
Independent linearity controlled & below x%, for example, 3%: LN3%
LNx%; ex: LN3%
LAx%
Absolute linearity controlled & below x%
7 - Tolerance
±20%
±30%
+50%,-30%
±10%
±5%
Other features could be available on request, please, ask.
2020
3030
5030
1010
0505
16 - Potentiometers with assembled accessories
Assembled from terminal side
8 - Operating Life (Cycles)
Standard (1.000 cycles)
(leave blank)
Long life: LV + the number of cycles. ex: LV10 for 10.000 cycles. (others on request) LVXX: ex: LV10
9 - Cut Track – Open circuit.
Open circuit at beginning of track, fully CCW
PCI
Open circuit at end of track, fully CW
PCF
10 - Detents (DT)
One detent at the beginning
DTI
One detent at the end
DTF
X number of detents
XDT: 10DT
Special detents are available on request: If you need to assign a voltage value to each detent, please inquire.
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V0
CJ-V0, RT-V0
14 - Wiper
Wiper torque (Standard: <2.5Ncm, for detents: <3.5)
6 - Resistance law / taper
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CJ-color, ex., red: CJ-RO
* Self-extinguishable property, V0, for housing and rotor:
By default, carbon is non self-extinguishable, cermet is Self-extinguishable:
For carbon: self-extinguishable property can be added. V0 means housing
and rotor are V0. If only the housing needs to be V0, then CJ-V0.
If only rotor: RT-V0
(1) If blank, bulk packaging is implied. (2) N.A., Not Applicable: Tape and Reel packaging is only available for SMD terminals.
100 200 220 250 470 500
12 - Housing
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
Trough-hole
T&R (Tape and 13” reel)
SNR
TPXX, ex: TP30
WT
Assembled from collector side
WTI
Accessory Reference
See list of shafts and thumbwheels available
-XXXXX
Example: 14117
Color of shaft or thumbwheel
-YY Example, white: BA
(leave blank)
Non self-extinguishable. Self-extinguishable according to standard
-V0
UL 94 (-V0 in box 17 modifies only the accessory, please, note.)
For ordering spare accessories:
Accessory reference - color- flammability.
Ex. 14117-AZ-V0 is a blue self-extinguishable 14117 thumbwheel
XXXX-YY-V0
Color chart for rotor, housing and accessories
Black(1) White
NE
BA
Neutral Transp.
IN
TA
Red
Green
Yellow
Blue
Grey
Brown
RO
VE
AM
AZ
GS
MR
(1) black is not an option for housings.
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Rotors
Rotors are drawn in their standard positioning, 50% of rotation. Alternative delivery positioning can be requested.
Accessories in this catalogue are designed for N, Z and T rotors, unless otherwise stated.
F
G
0.05
Ø4.05
0.05
3.6
Ø4.08
Ø4.02
0.05
0.05
3.5
0.05
3.52
0.05
0.05
3.6
3.55
0.05
Ø4.08
K
0.05
E
0.05
3.6
Ø4.08
D
3.05
B
0.05
Standard color for F rotor is red
1.1
2.7
3.08
0.05
3.08
0.05
Ø4.1
0.05
0.05
0.8
CE14
0.05
Ø4
2.6
3.08
0.05
0.05
1
Z
Ø4.05
0.05
X
3.62
Ø4.05
T
CA14
P
0.05
N
0.05
M
0.05
Models
All models shown here have the most common rotor for 14mm potentiometers: the N rotor. Different rotors are available
from the menu above.
H0
HC0
5.8
14
5.8
14
14
5
2.5
1
5
5
1
1.
3
16.6
9.6
0.3
4
4
0.3
5
14
1.
3
14
17
10
5
2.5
5
5.8
14
5.8
2.5
5
HA5
5.8
14
5.8
3
1.
5
5
5
5
14
5
5
1
0.3
4
4
0.3
19.5
12.5
10
5
17
14
3
1.
5
5
5
HSMD (Under request, not readily available)
HL5
5.8
14
5.8
14
4
5
1
15
8
0.3
5
14
3
14
20.8
13.8
5
5
3
3
1.
0.3
5
5
1
6.5
5
= =
8.8
1
4
4.4
4.4
H5
14
1.2
H4
H2,5
14
0.3
5
4
4
0.3
5
2
14
21
5
10
17
14
3
1.
2.5
8.5
5
5
5
5
5
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Models
V12,5
5
5
5
4
5
5
5
5
1.3
0.3
14
7.5
7.5
5
5
5.8
1
7
5
5
5
5
11
11
7.5
1.3
5
4
5
7
1.3
14
7
7.5
14
5
5.8
13.5
13.5
7.5
13.5
3.2
14
13.5
3.2
7.5
0.3
1
VSMD
4.4
5.8
4.4
1.
3
= =
8.8
VSMD...CY
3
14
1.9
5.8
5.8
13.85
3
13.85
5
1
14
6.3
6.7
13
6.7
1.3
7
2.5
5
5
5
5
7
1.2
6.3
0.3
2.35
5
2.35
0.3
3
13
6.7
14
3
1.9
1.3
VD11
1.3
4
5
7
5
4
5
VD7,5
14
5
17.5
7.5
10
14
7
7.5
6
15
7.5
15
14
4
5
5.8
0.3
5
5
5.8
1
V17,5
7
1
15
7.5
4
5
7
7.5
15
14
15
7.5
7.5
4
7
5
5
1.3
7.5
7.5
7.5
15
14
0.3
1
5
9.5
0.3
14
V15...CFF
14
5
7.5
1.3
5.8
14
5
5
5.8
1
7
VJ15
7
1
12.5
7.5 5
5
4
0.3
5
1.3
12.5
7.5 5
7
V15
14
5
5
7
0.3
14
12.5
7.5 5
12.5
7.5 5
14
3.5
14
1 .3
5.8
1
7
VR12,5
10.5
0.3
5
5.8
1
VL12,5
14
1.3
17.5
10
7.5
4
5
7
8.5
0.3
12.5
7.5 5
12.5
7.5 5
12.5
7.5 5
14
5.8
1
14
1.3
12.5
7.5 5
7
0.3
14
14
VA12,5
6.7
2.5
5
5
VSMD...CY WT-14003
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2.35
6.3
4
0.3
7
5.8
2.5
1.2
5
40
0.2
1.3
13.85
3
1.25
1
14
0.8
6.7
3
1.9
14
13
6.7
16
5
5
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Tapers
The standard taper is linear (A). Log (B) and Antilog (C) tapers are also available, as well as special tapers according
to customer’s specifications. For example, a special taper can be matched with a potentiometer with detents (click effect), to guarantee
a value in a specific position – see “detents” section.REGULAR TAPERS
SPECIAL TAPERS
% Resistance or Vo
Vi
75
Antilog (C)
Linear (A)
50
Log (B)
25
0
0
25
50
75
100
Rotation angle
% Rotation angle θ
CE14
% Resistance
100
Potentiometers
with cut track
PCI
PCF
B
A
A
B
CA14
The cut track is an area with very high resistive value, resulting in an open circuit. It is widely used in lighting applications.
Mechanical life with cut track needs to be confirmed.
PCI = Cut at initial position, when the potentiometer is turned fully counter clockwise.
PCF = Cut at final position, when the potentiometer is turned fully clockwise.
Other positions are available on request.
A
C
B
C
A
C
B
C
Potentiometers
with detents
ACP’s patented detent (DT) feature is especially suitable for control applications where the end user will turn a knob
inserted in the potentiometer. Detents can be used to add a click feeling to the turning of the potentiometer or to control the position in
which the wiper is placed, assuring a particular output value with a narrow tolerance.
Detents can be light or strong, or even a combination of different feelings. They can be evenly distributed along the angle (standard) or
tailored to match customers’ request. They can also be combined with special tapers: constant value areas, open circuit zone, different
slopes, etc. One common example is a potentiometer with detents and matching non-overlapping voltage values in specific angular
positions used to feed in a voltage value to a microprocessor:
Example of 5DT with control of value in each DT.
U/UN
MIDDLE POSITION
100%
260°
75%
DT3
0%
A
=
DT1
=
DT2
=
=
DT3
DT4
DT5
DT4
=
130
°
UN
U
A
=
=
25%
B
DT2
DT1
°
B
=
130
C
50%
A
C
DT5
C
260º
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Potentiometers
with detents
Examples of some potentiometers with detents:
38DT
B
B
130
°
260°
130
=
°
130
260°
°
130
°
14DT
C
DT13
DT14
DT3
DT2 =
DT1
Number of standard detents (evenly distributed) already available.
Other configurations are available under request.
=
=
A
=
DT2
DT1
=
= =
DT3
A
DT37
C = DT38
1 (Initial, final or central), 3, 4, 5, 6,
7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 22, 27, 38.
Maximum number of detents for feeling only
38
Maximum number of detents when the voltage value in each detent is controlled and non-overlapping.
14
Our patented design with two wipers has improved the performance of these potentiometers, giving them more stable electrical parameters,
improved reliability and Contact Resistance Variation (CRV) and narrower tolerances for detent positioning.
For potentiometers with detents, mechanical life is also 1.000 cycles, if no additional cycles are mentioned. Up to 10.000 cycles are
available. Please, indicate the number of cycles needed with LV (number of cycles), for example: LV10, for 10.000 cycles.
Terminals
By default, terminals are always straight, as shown on the “models” section. ACP can provide crimped terminals (with
snap in, “SNP” or “SNR”) to better hold the component to the PCB during the soldering operation.
SNR
1.8
SNP
R1.5
1
0.9
1.5
Also, there is an option of having shorter terminal tips:
Shorter terminal, TPXX (under request)
3.0
X.X
Shorter terminal, for V12,5
4.0
Standard Terminal
Possibilities
for insertion
of accessories
Accessories can be mounted on potentiometers through either the front side (WT) or the collector side (WTI). For the
specific angular position of shafts with planes, a drawing with the exact position is requested.
WT Front side
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WTI Collector side
WT Front side
WTI Collector side
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Shafts
Shafts are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable property,
according to UL 94 V-0, under request. ACP can study special shaft designs.
Shafts can be sold separately or delivered already mounted on the potentiometer at ACP.
When a shaft is mounted, the distance from the top of the potentiometer to the top of the shaft is marked with “L” in the table below, as
shown in the drawings:
H potentiometer + shaft
V potentiometer + shaft
L
L Dimension
14065
14042
(For E rotor)
14117
14056
14081
14187
14251
14067
14008
14015
14066
14084
14250
14072
14073
7.05
11.50
11.70
12.25
18.25
18.75
18.75
27.75
23.25
23.25
23.50
23.50
25.00
31.75
38.50
14008
14015
29.5
1.1
29.5
23.25
6.25
6.25
23.25
8
8
1.25
4.6
1.25
3 .8
9
1.4
Ø6
Ø6
14042
14056
18.5
13.3
6.35
1.8
6.35
12.25
6.25
6.35
1.25
1.25
4.4
6.35
12.7
7.05
6.25
1.25
5.6
6
2.5
6
14066
3.5
5°
1.57
10.2
6.34
42.
3.17
2.64
14067
1.25
6
13.5
14072
38
34
6.25
6.25
27.75
31.75
1.25
14.5
5
54
°
28°
4 .6
29.75
23.5
6.25
4.
5
17
11.5
5.5
60°
2.03
1.06
R3
.17
5
14065 (Designed for E rotor)
1.25
Ø6
15.2
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Shaft
CE14
H
L
H
Total Length
5.8
L
L
Total Length
6.25
Shafts
14073
14081
24.5
44.75
6.25
4
6.25
8
8
4.6
1.25
1.2
18.25
1.25
38.5
6
6
14084
14117
29.75
23.5
6.25
8
1.25
6.25
17.95
11.7
1.25
8
1.2
45°
4
4.
6
6
6
14187
31.25
25
18.75
6.25
6.25
4
8
25
1.25
8
1.2
1.25
1.2
4
14250
6
6
14251
25
6.25
1.2
18.75
8
4
1.25
6
Thumbwheel
Thumbwheels are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable
property according to UL 94 V-0, under request.
Thumbwheels can be mounted on the potentiometers at ACP or sold separately. ACP can study special thumbwheel designs.
16
14003
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1.25
0.8
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7.25
6.25
0.2
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Packaging
Bulk packaging:
Potentiometer model
With shaft or thumbwheel inserted?
Pieces per small box (150 x 100 x 70)
None, only potentiometers.
200
150 for models with*
700
600 for VJ15 - V17,5 - VD7,5
500 for VD11
14003, 14117, 14042,
14056, 14065
100
400
350 for models with*
14008, 14015, 14066, 14067,
14072, 14073, 14081, 14084,
14187, 14250.
75
To be determined.
H2,5 - H4 - H5- HA5- HL5- H0
HC0 - V12,5 - V15 - VA12,5
VL12,5 - VJ15 - V17,5*
VD11* - VD7,5* - VR12,5
Pieces per bigger box
(250 x 150 x 70, CG on description)
CE14
For models with * and an inserted accessory, please, inquire about the quantity per box in that case.
Optional box 140x140x70 is available on request.
With thumbwheel inserted?
13” Reel (Standard), with
24mm width tape
15” Reel, with 24mm width tape
None, only potentiometers.
500 pcs per reel, 16mm
step between cavities.
800 pcs per reel, 16mm
step between cavities.
14003
450 pcs per reel, 16mm
step between cavities.
To be determined.
None, only potentiometers.
350 pcs per reel, 20mm
step between cavities.
500 pcs per reel, 20mm
step between cavities.
14003
350 pcs per reel, 20mm
step between cavities.
To be determined.
To be determined
To be determined.
VSMD
VSMD... CY
HSMD
CA14
Tape & Reel packaging:
The 13” reel is the standard. For the 15” reel, T&R15 is added to the description.
4.25
3.
5
4
1.75
7
4
4.25
2
55
1.
20
1.75
9
11.5
3.
5
24
11.5
9
4.25
13” Reel
15” Reel
330 (13")
2
30
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13
13
381 (15")
55
1.
55
1.
VSMD-T&R…CY WT-14003
1.75
1.
5
20
24
2

1.
5
VSMD-T&R … CY
4
16
24
4.25
24
2
11.5
7
1.
5
1.75

16
VSMD-T&R…WT-14003
11.5
2
1.5
4
1.
55
VSMD-T&R
2.2
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Electric
Specifications
These are standard features; other specifications and out of range values can be studied on request.
Range of resistance values*
Lin (A)
Log (B) Antilog (C)
Tolerance*
Rn < 100Ω:
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 100KΩ
100K< Rn ≤ 1MΩ:
1MΩ < Rn ≤5MΩ:
Rn > 5MΩ:
CA14 Through-hole
CA14 SMD
CE14 Through-hole and SMD
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 5MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 2M2Ω
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 1MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 1 MΩ
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 5MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 2M2Ω
+50%, -30% (out of range)
±20%
±20%
±30%
+50%, -30% (out of range)
±30%
±40%
±50%
-
±20%
±20%
±30%
-
Variation laws
Lin (A), Log (B), Antilog (C). Other tapers available on request
Residual resistance
≤2Ω
Lin (A), Log (B), Antilog (C) ≤ 5*10-3*Rn. Minimum value 2Ω
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (dynamic)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 245º±20º ≤ 3%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (static)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 245º±20º ≤ 5%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
at 50ºC
0.25W
0.13W
Maximum power dissipation**
Lin (A)
Log (B), Antilog (C)
Maximum voltage
Lin (A)
Log (B), Antilog (C)
at 70º C.
0.7W
0.30W
250VDC
200VDC
Operating temperature
-25ºC … +70ºC (+85ºC on request)
Temperature coefficient
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 10KΩ
10KΩ < Rn ≤ 5MΩ
+200/ -300 ppm
+200/ -500 ppm
-40ºC … +90ºC (+125ºC on request)
+200/ -500 ppm
+200/ -1000 ppm
±100 ppm
±100 ppm
* Out of range ohm values and tolerances are available on request, please, inquire.
** Dissipation of special tapers will vary, please, inquire.
Mechanical
Specifications
Resistive element
CA14 Through-hole
CA14 SMD
Carbon technology
Carbon technology
Angle of rotation (mechanical)
265º ± 5º
Angle of rotation (electrical)
245º ± 20º
Wiper standard delivery position
50% ± 15º
CE14 Through-hole and SMD
Cermet
10 Ncm
Max. stop torque
50 N
Max. push/pull on rotor
Wiper torque*
<2.5 Ncm
Potentiometers with detents: <3.5 Ncm
Mechanical life
1.000 cycles (many more available on request, please, inquire)
* Stronger or softer torque feeling is available on request.
Test
results
The following typical test results (with 95% confidence) are given at 23ºC ±2ºC and 50% ±25% RH.
CA14 Through-hole and SMD
CE14 Through-hole and SMD
Test conditions
Typical variation of Rn
Test conditions
Typical variation of Rn
500 h. at 40°C and 95% RH
+5%, -2%
500 h. at 40°C and 95% RH
±2%
16 h at 85ºC, plus 2 h at –25ºC
±2.5%
16 h at 90ºC, plus 2 h at –40ºC
±2%
1.000 h. at 50°C
+0%; -5%
1.000 h. at 70°C
±2%
Mechanical life
1.000 cycles at 10 c.p.m.
and at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
1.000 cycles at 10 c.p.m.
and at 23°C ± 2°C
±2%
Soldering effect
2 seconds at 350°C
±1%
2 seconds at 350°C
±1%
Storage (3 years)
3 years at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
3 years at 23°C ± 2°C
±1%
Damp heat
Thermal cycles
Load life
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Test
results
CA14 Through-hole and SMD
Power derating curve:
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100
100
90
90
80
80
70
70
%W
%W
60
50
40
30
60
50
40
30
20
20
10
10
0
50ºC
0
70ºC
70ºC
90ºC
For temperatures out of range
Load life
1.000 h. at 50ºC
+0%; -6%
The power derating curve
to consider is:
1.000 h. at 85ºC
CE14
The normal operation temperature for a carbon ACP potentiometer is -25ºC to +70ºC. When the temperature goes up to 85ºC, the following
variations should be observed:
+0%; -15%
100
90
CA14
80
%W
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
50ºC
85ºC
Representation of the typical variation of nominal resistance (with 95% confidence) throughout the ohm value range:
CA14 Through-hole and SMD
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
Value variation (ppm)
Variation area
600
400
200
0
-200
-400
-600
-800
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
-8
-9
-10
100H
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
Variation area
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
8
1M
4M7
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
Variation area
600
400
200
0
-200
-400
-600
-800
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
-8
-9
-10
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
4M7
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
1M
4M7
Variation area
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
10
Variation area
6
470
800
100H
% Value variation
% Value variation
4
-1000
100H
10
-10
100H
6
-10
100H
% Value variation
% Value variation
Load life
Variation area
8
1000
800
-1000
100H
Mechanical life
10
Variation area
1000
Value variation (ppm)
Temperature Coefficient
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
100H
% Value variation
% Value variation
Damp heat
CE14 Through-hole and SMD
1M
4M7
Variation area
8
6
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
-10
100H
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K
470K
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RS14
Rotary Sensor
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RS14
RS14
14mm Rotary Sensor with up to 1.000.000 cycles of mechanical
life on its standard configuration, making it particularly appropriate
for control applications.
RS14 has plastic housing and Ingress Protection rating type IP 54
(high level of protection against dust and also against water splashing),
according to IEC 60529. Plastic materials can be self-extinguishable
according to UL 94 V-0 under request.
Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are manufactured in tinned brass, although versions with
steel terminals are also available under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight or crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering.
Standard taper is linear, with linearity of ±3%. ACP can study other
special tapers (even cut tracks, step curves with areas of constant
value, etc), as well as more strict linearity.
Thumbwheels and shafts can be provided either separately or
already inserted in the sensor. Our RS14 can be manufactured in
a wide range of possibilities regarding: resistance value, tolerance,
tapers, pitch, positioning of the wiper, housing and rotor color.
Applications
- Household appliances: temperature control, position sensor.
- Automotive: position adjustment and sensing.
- Industrial controls.
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RS14
HOW TO ORDER
EXAMPLE: RS14TV15-10KA3030 WT-14008-NE-V0
Standard features
Assembled accessory
Extra features
Series
Rotor
Model Packg. Ohm value Taper
1
2
3
RS14
T
V15
4
Tol.
Life
8
5
6
7
- 10K
A
3030
Standard configuration:
Track Detents Snap in Housing
9
10
11
Rotor
Wiper
Lin.
13
14
15
12
Assembly Ref #
Flam.
16
WT
RS14 Through-hole
Color
-14008 -NE
-V0
RS14 SMD
14mm
Dimensions:
IP 54 (dust-proof)
On request: Self-extinguishable, to meet UL 94 V-0
Protection:
Carbon technology
Substrate:
Carbon technology, special for high temperature
Green housing + white rotor
Color:
Green housing + grey rotor
Bulk
Packaging:
at 50% ±15º
Wiper position:
Terminals:
Straight, without crimping.
Marking:
Resistive value marked on housing. Others on request.
Customized products: A drawing is requested when ordering a customized product. Series, rotor, model and total resistive value are indicated before the code that includes
all special specifications. Example: RS14TV15-10K CODE C00111.
1 - Series
11 - Terminals
RS14
2 - Rotors
F
N
T
Z
HC0
VR12,5
H2,5
V15
VJ15
SNP
SNAP IN J
SNJ
Shorter tip of terminal, TPXX, where XX is tip length (under request)
TPXX, ex: TP30
12 - Housing
3 - Model and pitch
H0
SNAP IN P
H4
H5
(V15) ... CFF
HA5
HL5
V12,5
V17,5
VD7,5
VD11
VA12,5
VSMD
VL12,5
VSMD … CY
HSMD (Under request, not readily available)
4 - Packaging
Trough-hole
SMD models
(blank)...(1)
(blank)...(1)
T&R (Tape and 13” reel)
(N.A.)(2)
T&R
T&R (Tape and 15” reel)
(2)
Bulk
(N.A.)
13 - Rotor
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
RT-color; ex., blue: RT-AZ
10K
The RS14 has 10K, linear taper and ±30% by default. Other resistive values, tolerances and
tapers (log, antilog, cut tracks, constant value areas, etc.) can be studied on request.
Please, enclose a drawing when ordering special tapers.
6 - Resistance law / taper
Wiper position (Standard: 50% ± 15º)
(leave blank)
Initial or CCW
PI
Final or CW
PF
PXH, ex: P3H
Others: following clock positions; at 3 hours: P3H
Wiper torque (Standard: <1.5Ncm
(leave blank)
Stronger or softer torque feeling is available on request.
15 - Linearity
A
Standard linearity 3%
CODE YXXXXX
(leave blank)
Independent linearity controlled & below x%, for example, 2%: LN2%
LNx%; ex: LN2%
LAx%
Absolute linearity controlled & below x%
7 - Tolerance
±30%
Other features could be available on request, please, ask.
3030
16 - Potentiometers with assembled accessories
Assembled from terminal side
8 - Operating Life (Cycles)
Standard (1.000 cycles)
(leave blank)
Long life: LV + number of cycles. i.e: LV100 for 100.000 cycles, LV150, LV1M
9 - Cut Track – Open circuit.
Open circuit at beginning of track, fully CCW
PCI
Open circuit at end of track, fully CW
PCF
(blank)
V0
CJ-V0, RT-V0
14 - Wiper
T&R15
5 - Resistance value
- Special tapers have codes assigned:
CJ-color, ex., red: CJ-RO
* Self-extinguishable property, V0, for housing and rotor:
By default, carbon is non self-extinguishable. Self-extinguishable property
can be added. V0 means housing and rotor are V0.
If only the housing needs to be V0, then CJ-V0.
If only rotor: RT-V0
(1) If blank, bulk packaging is implied. (2) N.A., Not Applicable: Tape and Reel packaging is only available for SMD terminals.
Lin - Linear
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
LVXXX: ex: LV100
WT
Assembled from collector side
WTI
Accessory Reference
See list of shafts and thumbwheels available
-XXXXX Example: 14117
-YY Example, white: BA
Color of shaft or thumbwheel
Non self-extinguishable. Self-extinguishable according to standard
(leave blank) -V0
UL 94 (-V0 in box 17 modifies only the accessory, please, note.)
For ordering spare accessories: Accessory reference - color- flammability.
Ex. 14117-AZ-V0 is a blue self-extinguishable 14117 thumbwheel
XXXX-YY-V0
10 - Detents (DT)
Color chart for rotor, housing and accessories
Not applicable for RS14
Black(1)
White
NE
BA
Neutral Transp.
IN
TA
Red
Green
Yellow
Blue
Grey
Brown
RO
VE
AM
AZ
GS
MR
(1) black is not an option for housings.
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Rotors
T is the standard rotor for RS14. Rotors are drawn in their standard positioning, 50% of rotation. Alternative delivery
positioning can be requested.
Accessories in this catalogue are designed for N, Z and T rotors, unless otherwise stated. Other rotor styles, on request.
N
T
Ø4.02
0.05
3.08
0.05
0.05
3.08
0.05
Ø4.05
0.05
1.1
3.08
3.52
0.05
Ø4.05
Z
3.62
F
Ø4.1
0.05
0.05
Models
All models shown here have the most common rotor for RS14, the T rotor.
HC0
5.6
14
2.5
5
5
5
1.2
H2,5
H4
5.6
14
5.25
3
1.
5
5
4
0.3
1
2.5
4.4
4
4.4
H5
HA5
5.6
14
14
5
19.5
12.5
5
0.3
5
5
HL5
5.25
4
5
5
6.5
3
15
8
0.3
5
14
14
5
1
5
8.5
2.5
5
5
5
5
VA12,5
8.2
6.7
5.25
5
5
5
5
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
5.25
0.3
1 .3
12.5
7.5 5
14
7
4
12.5
7.5 5
7
14
1.3
12.5
7.5 5
0.3
12.5
7.5 5
20.8
13.8
5.6
3
V12,5
14
5
5.25
3
1.
0.3
4
5
1
5
HSMD (Under request, not readily available)
14
1
5
5.6
14
14
3
1.
4
4
5
1
5.25
3
5
10
17
14
1.
0.3
5
5.6
14
5.25
5
5
= =
8.8
1
4
4
5
5.6
3
14
17
10
5
0.3
5.25
14
1.
2.5
16.6
9.6
14
0.3
2
14
5
1
0.3
4
21
14
17
10
5
5
5.6
5.25
14
5.25
14
RS14
H0
1
8.5
5
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Models
VL12,5
10.2
5.25
5
4
5
4
5
12.5
7.5 5
15
17.5
10
7.5
17.5
10
14
7.5
7.5
4
5
3.2
7
5
4
5
0.3
1
3
1.
11
11
1. 3
5
7
1.3
3.2
13.5
7.5
5
13.5
13.5
5.25
13.5
7.5
4.4
7.5
= =
8.8
4.4
VSMD...CY
3
5
5
13
1
14
5
5
7
1.
2
6.3
0.3
3
1.9
3
13
6.7
5.25
1.3
7
6.3
2.5
13.85
6.4
3
6.7
5.25
2.35
1.9
2.35
5
5
7.2
5.25
14
4
14
5
7
1
14
6.7
7
VD11
0.3
5
1 .3
5
VSMD
5
5
5.25
7.5
7.5
15
7.5
15
14
4
5
5
5
7.5
6.4
5
5
6.7
0.3
14
7
1.3
14
5
9.5
VD7,5
0.3
7
7.5
15
1
3
1.
7
1
1.3
5.25
V17,5
5.25
7.2
5
9.2
7.5
5
5
6.7
0.3
14
5
7.5
7.5
7
14
15
7.5
15
7.5
14
4
0.3
14
V15...CFF
1
5
7.5
1.3
5.25
7
14
7
VJ15
6.7
1
5
7
1
7.5
0.3
1.3
5
5
5
12.5
7
V15
14
5.25
0.3
7.5
14
12.5
7.5 5
5
10.5
1
6.7
14
3
1.
12.5
7.5 5
0.3
14
14
3.5
VR12,5
6.7
2.5
5
5
Tapers
The standard taper is linear (A) and the standard ohm value is 10K, since a RS14 will normally be used as a voltage
divider. For other tapers, please, inquire.
Voltage Divider
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Potentiometers
with cut track
The cut track is an area with very high resistive value, resulting in an open circuit. It is widely used in lighting applications.
Mechanical life available with cut track needs to be confirmed case by case.
PCI = Cut at initial position, when the potentiometer is turned fully counter clockwise.
PCF = Cut at final position, when the potentiometer is turned fully clockwise.
Other positions are available on request.
PCI
A
A
B
PCF
B
A
C
B
C
A
C
B
C
Terminals
By default, terminals are always straight, as shown on the “models” section. ACP can provide crimped terminals (with
snap in, “SNP” or “SNR”) to better hold the component to the PCB during the soldering operation.
SNR
1.8
RS14
SNP
R1.5
1
0.9
1.5
Also, there is an option of having shorter terminal tips.
Shorter terminal, TPXX (under request)
3.0
X.X
Shorter terminal, for V12,5 TP30
4.0
Standard Terminal
Possibilities
for insertion
of accessories
Accessories can be mounted on potentiometers through either the front side (WT) or the collector side (WTI).
For the specific angular position of shafts with planes, a drawing with the exact position is requested.
WT Front side
WTI Collector side
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
WT Front side
WTI Collector side
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Shafts
Shafts are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable property,
according to UL 94 V-0, under request. ACP can study special shaft designs.
Shafts can be sold separately or delivered already mounted on the potentiometer at ACP.
When a shaft is mounted on a potentiometer, the distance from the top of the potentiometer to the top of the shaft is marked with “L” in
the table below, as shown in the drawings:
H potentiometer + shaft
V potentiometer + shaft
Total Length
L
H
H
L
L
5.25
L
Total Length
6.25
Shaft
L Dimension
14065
14042
(For E rotor)
14117
14056
14081
14187
14251
14067
14008
14015
14066
14084
14250
14072
14073
7.05
11.50
11.70
12.25
18.25
18.75
18.75
27.75
23.25
23.25
23.50
23.50
25.00
31.75
38.50
14008
14015
29.5
1.1
29.5
23.25
6.25
6.25
23.25
8
8
1.25
4.6
1.25
3.8
9
1.4
Ø6
Ø6
14042
14056
18.5
13.3
6.35
1.8
6.35
12.25
6.25
6.35
1.25
1.25
4.4
6.35
12.7
7.05
6.25
1.25
5.6
6
2.5
6
14066
3.5
5°
1.57
10.2
6.34
42.
3.17
2.64
14067
6
13.5
38
6.25
27.75
31.75
1.25
14.5
54
°
28°
5
54
1.25
14072
34
6.25
4 .6
29.75
23.5
6.25
4.
5
17
11.5
5.5
60°
2.03
1.06
R3
.17
5
14065 (Designed for E rotor)
1.25
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Shafts
14073
14081
44.75
6.25
4
24.5
38.5
6.25
8
18.25
8
1.25
4.6
1.2
1.25
6
6
14084
14117
29.75
23.5
6.25
8
1.25
6.25
17.95
11.7
1.25
8
1.2
45°
4
6
6
14187
31.25
25
18.75
6.25
6.25
4
8
25
1.25
8
1.2
1.25
1.2
4
14250
RS14
4.
6
6
6
14251
25
6.25
1.2
18.75
8
4
1.25
6
Thumbwheel
Thumbwheels are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable
property according to UL 94 V-0, under request.
Thumbwheels can be mounted on the potentiometers at ACP or sold separately. ACP can study special thumbwheel designs.
16
14003
7.25
6.25
1
1.25
0.8
4
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
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Packaging
Bulk packaging:
RS14 model
With shaft or thumbwheel inserted?
Pieces per small box (150 x 100 x 70)
None, only potentiometers.
200
150 for models with*
700
600 for VJ15 - V17,5 - VD7,5
500 for VD11
14003, 14117, 14042,
14056, 14065
100
400
350 for models with*
14008, 14015, 14066, 14067,
14072, 14073, 14081, 14084,
14187, 14250.
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To be determined.
H2,5 - H4 - H5- HA5- HL5- H0
HC0 - V12,5 - V15 - VA12,5
VL12,5 - VJ15 - V17,5*
VD11* - VD7,5* - VR12,5
Pieces per bigger box
(250 x 150 x 70, CG on description)
For models with * and an inserted accessory, please, inquire about the quantity per box in that case.
Tape & Reel packaging:
With thumbwheel inserted?
13” Reel (Standard), with
24mm width tape
15” Reel, with 24mm width tape
None, only potentiometers.
500 pcs per reel, 16mm
step between cavities.
800 pcs per reel, 16mm
step between cavities.
14003
450 pcs per reel, 16mm
step between cavities.
To be determined.
None, only potentiometers.
350 pcs per reel, 20mm
step between cavities.
500 pcs per reel, 20mm
step between cavities.
14003
To be determined.
To be determined.
VSMD
VSMD... CY
The 13” reel is the standard. For the 15” reel, T&R15 is added to the description.
4.25
4
3.
5
4
4.25
2
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1.
20
13” Reel
1.75
9
381 (15")
330 (13")
30
13
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13
56
1.75
24
11.5
9
4.25
55
24
55
1.
VSMD-T&R…CY WT-14003
1.75
1.
5
20
1.
2

11.5
VSMD-T&R … CY
4
16
24
4.25
24
2
11.5
3.
5
1.
5
7
1.
5
1.75

16
VSMD-T&R…WT-14003
11.5
2
1.5
4
1.
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2.2
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Electric
Specifications
These are standard features; other specifications and out of range values can be studied on request.
RS14 Through-hole
Range of resistance values*
Lin (A)
RS14 SMD
Standard value is 10K, as voltage divider use is supposed
Tolerance*
30%
Variation laws
Lin (A). Other tapers available on request
Residual resistance
Minimum value 2Ω
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (dynamic)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 245º±20º ≤ 3%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (static)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 245º±20º ≤ 5%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
Maximum power dissipation** Lin (A)
at 50ºC, 0.15W
Maximum voltage Lin (A)
250VDC
Operating temperature
-25ºC … +85ºC
Linearity
Temperature coefficient
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 10KΩ
10KΩ < Rn ≤ 5MΩ
3%
+200/ -500 ppm
+200/ -1000 ppm
+200/ -300 ppm
+200/ -500 ppm
RS14
* Out of range ohm values and tolerances are available on request, please, inquire.
** Dissipation of special tapers will vary, please, inquire.
Mechanical
Specifications
RS14 Through-hole and SMD
Resistive element
Carbon technology
Angle of rotation (mechanical)
265º ± 5º
Angle of rotation (electrical)
245º ± 20º
Wiper standard delivery position
50% ± 15º
10 Ncm
Max. stop torque
50 N
Max. push/pull on rotor
Wiper torque*
<1.5 Ncm
Mechanical life
Up to 1.000.000 cycles (please, specify the cycles needed).
* Stronger or softer torque feeling is available on request.
Test
results
The following typical test results (with 95% confidence) are given at 23ºC ±2ºC and 50% ±25% RH. Maximum
linearity after mechanical tests: 4%.
RS14 Through-hole and SMD
Damp heat
Temperature Coefficient
Load life
Mechanical life
Storage (3 years)
Test conditions
Typical variation of Rn
500 h. at 40°C and 95% RH
±20%
16 h at 85ºC, plus 2 h at –25ºC
±20%
1.000 h. at 50°C
±20%
150.000 cycles at 10 c.p.m. and at 23°C ± 2°C
±20%
3 years at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
Power derating curve:
100
90
80
%W
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
50ºC
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CS14
Carbon Endless Sensor
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CS14
CS14
14mm rotary position sensor with 360º mechanical rotation angle
(electrical angle up to 330º).
Two configurations available:
- Standard, 15.000 turns, combinable with detents.
- Long life, up to 1 million turns.
Our 360º rotary sensor, CS14, can be manufactured in a wide range
of possibilities regarding: resistance, tolerance, tapers, click effect
(up to 50), positioning of the wiper, housing and rotor color.
Standard taper is linear. ACP can study other special tapers, (even
cut tracks, step curves with areas of constant values, etc) as well
as more strict linearity.
Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are manufactured in tinned brass although versions
with steel terminals can be studied under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight and crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering.
CS14 has plastic housing and Ingress Protection rating type IP 54
(high level protection against dust and also against water splashing),
according to IEC 60529. Plastic materials can be self-extinguishable
according to UL 94 V-0 under request.
Thumbwheels and shafts can be provided either separately or already
inserted in the sensor.
Applications
Control, function selector, position sensor for household appliances,
automotive and industrial.
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
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CS14
HOW TO ORDER
EXAMPLE: CS14NV15-10KA2020 LV15 RSN LN3% WT-14015-NE-V0
Standard features
Assembled accessory
Extra features
Series
Rotor
Model Packg. Ohm value Taper
1
2
3
CS14
N
V15
4
Tol.
Track Detents Snap in Housing
Life
5
6
7
8
- 10K
A
2020
LV15
Standard configuration:
9
10
11
12
Rotor
Wiper
13
14
Lin.
Assembly Ref #
15
CS14 Through-hole
Flam.
-NE
-V0
16
LN3%
RSN
Color
WT
-14015
CS14 SMD
14mm
Dimensions:
IP 54 (dust-proof)
On request: Self-extinguishable, to meet UL 94 V-0
Protection:
Substrate:
Color:
Carbon technology
Carbon technology, special for high temperature
Green housing + white rotor
Brown housing + grey rotor
Bulk
T&R
Packaging:
at 50% ±15º
Wiper position:
Straight, without crimping.
Terminals:
J-Lead
Resistive value marked on housing. Others on request.
Marking:
Customized products: A drawing is requested when ordering a customized product. Series, rotor, model and total resistive value are indicated before the code that includes
all special specifications. Example: CS14NV15-10K CODE C00111.
12 - Housing
1 - Series
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
CS14
2 - Rotors
B
D*
E
F*
G
K
M
N*
P
T*
X
Z*
* Rotors available for versions with > 15.000 turns.
H2,5
H5
V12,5
4 - Packaging
V15
V15CFF
VSMD
Trough-hole
T&R (Tape and 13” reel)
(N.A.)(2)
T&R (Tape and 15” reel)
(2)
VSMDCY
(blank)...
(1)
T&R
(N.A.)
T&R15
(leave blank)
(1) If blank, bulk packaging is implied. (2) N.A., Not Applicable: Tape and Reel packaging is only available for SMD terminals.
5 - Resistance value (see also page 10)
100Ω 200Ω 220Ω 250Ω 470Ω 500Ω 1KΩ 2KΩ ... 500KΩ 1MΩ 2MΩ 2M2Ω 4M7Ω 5MΩ
1K
2K
500K 1M
2M
2M2 4M7
5M
6 - Resistance law / taper (see also page 10)
Lin - Linear
A
Log - Logarithmic
B
Antilog - Antilogarithmic
C
- Special tapers have codes assigned:
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
RT-color; ex., blue: RT-AZ
(leave blank)
V0
CJ-V0
RT-V0
14 - Wiper
Big Box: See page 9
100 200 220 250 470 500
RSN
Rotors N, T, Z
* Self extinguishable property V0 for housing and rotor
Not V0 (by default)
Housing and rotor V0
Only housing V0
Only rotor V0
SMD models
(blank)...(1)
Bulk
13 - Rotor
All others rotors:
3 - Model and pitch
H0
CJ-color, ex., red: CJ-RO
(leave blank)
Wiper position (Standard: 50% ± 15º)
Initial or CCW
PI
Final or CW
PF
PXH, ex: P3H
Others: following clock positions. Ex at 3 hours: P3H
Wiper torque
(leave blank)
Standard for 15.000 turns: <2.5 Ncm, detents <3.5 Ncm
Special low torque for 15.000 turns <1.5 Ncm
PGB
(leave blank)
Standard for >15.000 turns <1.5 Ncm
Stronger or softer feeling than above, available on request.
CODE YXXXXX
15 - Linearity
7 - Tolerance (see also page 10)
±20%
±30%
+50%,-30%
±10%
±5%
2020
3030
5030
1010
0505
Standard (15.000 turns) (others on request).
Independent linearity controlled and below x%. Ex: 3%
LV15
LVXXX: ex: LV100
LNx%, ex: LN3%
LAx%, ex: LA2,5%
Absolute linearity controlled and below x%. Ex: 2,5%
8 - Operating Life (Turns)
Long life: LV + number of turns. ex: LV100 for 100.000 turns, LV150, LV1M
(leave blank)
Standard, according to IEC 190
16 - Potentiometers with assembled accessories
Assembled from terminal side
WT
Assembled from collector side
9 - Cut Track - Open circuit
WTI
CS14 already has an open circuit area at the base of the potentiometer (between 330º
and 0º). Additional cut tracks can be studied on request.
Accessory Reference
See list of shafts and thumbwheels available
-XXXXX ex: 14117
10 - Detents (DT) (Available for up to 15.000 turns) Standard 16 detents
Color of shaft or thumbwheel
Non self-extinguishable. Self-extinguishable according to standard
UL 94 (-V0 in box 17 modifies only the accessory, please, note.)
-YY ex: white: BA
X number of detents: ex.16 detents
XDT, ex:16DT
Special detents are available on request: If you need to assign a voltage value to each detent, please inquire.
11 - Terminals (THT)
SNAP IN P
SNP
SNAP IN R
SNR
Shorter tip of terminal, TPXX, where XX is tip length (under request)
Steel Terminals
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TPXX, ex: TP30
SH
(leave blank) -V0
For ordering spare accessories: Accessory reference - color- flammability.
Ex. 14117-AZ-V0 is a blue self-extinguishable 14117 thumbwheel
XXXX-YY-V0
Color chart for rotor, housing and accessories
Black(1)
White
NE
BA
Neutral Transp.
IN
TA
Red
Green
Yellow
Blue
Grey
Brown
RO
VE
AM
AZ
GS
MR
(1) black is not an option for housings.
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Rotors
N is the standard rotor for CS14, but the following options are also available. Rotors are drawn in their standard
positioning, 50% of rotation. Alternative delivery positioning can be requested.
Accessories in this catalogue are designed for N, Z and T rotors, unless otherwise stated. Other rotor styles, on request.
3.5
3.05
3.08
0.05
Ø4.05
3.62
2.7
Ø4
0.05
0.05
0.8
0.05
1.1
Ø4.1
0.05
Z*
X
3.08
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.05
3.08
0.05
2.6
Ø4.08
3.52
3.55
0.05
3.6
3.6
1
0.05
Ø4.05
0.05
3.6
T*
P
Ø4.05
0.05
K
0.05
Ø4.02
0.05
N*
M
G
0.05
Ø4.08
0.05
0.05
0.05
Ø4.08
F*
E
0.05
D*
B
0.05
*Please, note that for more than 15.000 turns (up to 1.000.000 turns) the following rotors are available: D, F, N, T, Z.
Models
H0
H2,5
3
1.
5
5
5
V12,5
5.8
1
V15
7
.3
5
7
1
.3
7
7.5
5
5
5
4
5
5.8
0.3
1
5
5
5
14
6.7
13.7
3
13.7
3
3
1.9
6.7
4.25
4.25
4.25
4.25
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
5.8
4.25
4.25
6.7
6.3
.2
1
7
1
0.3
2.35
6.3
7
14
1.3
6.7
2.35
0.3
5.8
5
VSMDCY
3
1.9
7.5
14
7.5
7.5
5.8
VSMD
14
5
5
5
7.5
7
7.5
7.5
4
14
1
15
14
4
0.3
1
14
5
V15CFF
4
14
5.8
0.3
1
7
7.5
5
4
4
5
.3
12.5
7.5 5
14
5
14
17
10
5
7
1
0.3
5
4
14
3
1.

5
1
2.5
H5
14
5
5
0.3
4
4
5
1
1
14
17
5
.3
2.5
10
10
17
14

0.3
5
5.8
14
5.8
7.5
14
CS14
H0, H2,5, H5, V12,5, V15, V15CFF, VSMD, VSMDCY. For other models, such as those shown for the CA14,
please inquire.
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Models
LV 15
> LV 15
5.8
5.5
5.3
5.8
0.2
5.3
5.8
0.5
notch
Position indicating notch included on all LV15 rotors, except types M and P.
Tapers
The Standard taper is linear (A). Log (B) and Antilog (C) tapers are also available, as well as special tapers according
to customer specifications. See an example on the application described on page 11.
Potentiometers
with detents
ACP’s patented detent (DT) feature is especially suitable for control applications where the end user will turn a knob
inserted in the potentiometer. Detents can be used to add a click feeling to the turning of the potentiometer or to control the position in
which the wiper is placed, assuring a particular output value with a narrow tolerance.
Detents can be light or strong, or even a combination of different feelings. They can be evenly distributed along the angle (standard) or
tailored to match customers’ request. They can also be combined with special tapers: constant value areas, open circuit zone, different
slopes, etc. One common example is a potentiometer with detents and matching non-overlapping voltage values in specific angular
positions, used to feed in a voltage value to a microprocessor.
Examples of some potentiometers with detents:
17DT (Max. non overlapping V)
16DT Standard
50DT (Max. for feeling)
330°
B
DT1
C
=
DT14
=
= DT15
DT16
DT3
A
DT2 =
DT1
=
DT15
= DT16
DT17
C
A
C
= =
= = =
DT3
DT2
DT1
DT50
DT49
DT48
A
=
=
=
DT2
=
=
=
DT4
DT3
B
B
Our patented design with two wipers gives more stable electrical parameters, improved reliability and Contact Resistance Variation (CRV),
as well as narrower tolerances for detent positioning.
For potentiometers with detents, mechanical life is also 15.000 turns if no additional turns are mentioned. Please, indicate the number of
turns needed. When needing a special number of detents or matching taper, a drawing is kindly requested.
Terminals
By default, terminals are always straight, as shown on the “models” section. ACP can provide crimped terminals (with
snap in, “SNP” or “SNR”), to better hold the component to the PCB during the soldering operation.
1.8
SNP
SNR
R1.5
1
0.9
1.5
Also, there is an option of having shorter terminal tips.
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Shorter terminal, TPXX (under request)
x.x
4.0
Standard Terminal
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Possibilities
for insertion
of accessories
Accessories can be mounted on potentiometers through either the front side (WT) or the metal collector side (WTI).
For the specific angular position of shafts with planes, a drawing with the exact position is requested.
Shafts
Shafts are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable property,
according to UL 94 V-0, under request. ACP can study special shaft designs.
Shafts can be sold separately or already mounted on the potentiometer.
When a shaft is mounted on a potentiometer, the distance from the top of the potentiometer to the top of the shaft is marked with “L”
in the table below, as shown in the drawing:
H potentiometer + shaft
Total Length
L
H
H
L
L
5.8
L
Total Length
6.25
V potentiometer + shaft
(H is set by the potentiometer model. See page 5)
L Dimension
14065
14042
(For E rotor)
14117
14056
14081
14187
14251
14067
14008
14015
14066
14084
14250
14072
14073
7.05
11.50
11.70
12.25
18.25
18.75
18.75
27.75
23.25
23.25
23.50
23.50
25.00
31.75
38.50
14008
14015
29.5
1.1
29.5
23.25
6.25
CS14
Shaft
6.25
23.25
8
8
1.25
4.6
1.25
3 .8
1.4
Ø6
9
Ø6
14042
14056
18.5
13.3
6.35
12.7
6.35
1.8
12.25
6.25
6.35
1.25
1.25
4.4
6.35
7.05
6.25
1.25
5.6
6
6
2.5
17
11.5
3.5
5°
2.64
1.57
10.2
6.34
42.
3.17
14067
6.25
1.25
6
13.5
14072
38
34
6.25
27.75
31.75
1.25
14.5
5
54
°
28°
4.6
29.75
23.5
6.25
4.
5
5.5
14066
60°
2.03
1.06
R3
.17
5
14065 (Designed for E rotor)
1.25
Ø6
15.2
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
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Shafts
14073
14081
44.75
6.25
24.5
38.5
4
6.25
8
18.25
8
1.25
4.6
1.2
1.25
6
6
14084
14117
29.75
23.5
6.25
8
1.25
6.25
17.95
11.7
1.25
8
1.2
45°
4
4.
6
6
6
14187
31.25
25
18.75
6.25
6.25
4
8
25
1.25
8
1.2
1.25
1.2
4
14250
6
6
14251
25
6.25
1.2
18.75
8
4
1.25
6
Thumbwheel
Thumbwheels are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable
property according to UL 94 V-0, under request.
Thumbwheels can be mounted on the potentiometers at ACP or sold separately. ACP can study special thumbwheel designs.
16
14003
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1.25
0.8
64
7.25
6.25
0.2
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Packaging
Bulk packaging:
CS14 model
With shaft or thumbwheel inserted?
Pieces per small box (150 x 100 x 70)
Pieces per bigger box
(250 x 150 x 70) add CG at the end
of the product description
None, only potentiometers.
200
700
14003, 14117, 14042,
14056, 14065
100
400
14008, 14015, 14066, 14067,
14072, 14073, 14081, 14084,
14187, 14250.
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13” Reel, with
24mm width tape
15” Reel, with 24mm width tape
None, only potentiometers.
500 pcs per reel, 16mm
step between cavities.
800 pcs per reel, 16mm
step between cavities.
14003
450 pcs per reel, 16mm
step between cavities.
To be determined.
None, only potentiometers.
350 pcs per reel, 20mm
step between cavities.
500 pcs per reel, 20mm
step between cavities.
14003
To be determined.
To be determined.
H0 - H2,5 - H5 - V12,5
V15 - V15CFF
Tape & Reel packaging:
With thumbwheel inserted?
VSMD
(on request*)
VSMD... CY
(on request*)
Sticker on component available on request.
CS14
11.5
7
4.25
1.75
.5
20
15” Reel
330 (13")
2
30
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
13
13
381 (15")
13” Reel
9
11.5
1
2
.55
4
24
11.5
3.5
.5
9
3
.5
1.75
VSMD-T&R...CY WT-14003
1.75
1
1
20
24
2
.55
VSMD-T&R...CY
4
16
.5
2
24
4.25
24
4
1
5
3.
1

11.5
3.5
1
.5
7
.55
VSMD-T&R...WT-14003
1.75
1
16
2
1
4
.55
VSMD-T&R
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Electric
Specifications
These are standard features; other specifications and out of range values can be studied on request.
Range of resistance values*
Lin (A)
Log (B) Antilog (C)
Tolerance*
(Please, inquire for >100K turns)
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 100KΩ
100K< Rn ≤ 1MΩ:
1MΩ < Rn ≤5MΩ:
Rn > 5MΩ:
CS14 Through-hole
CS14 SMD (upon availability)
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 5MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 2M2Ω
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 1MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 1 MΩ
±20%
±20%
±30%
+50%, -30% (out of range)
±30%
±40%
±50%
-
Variation laws
Lin (A). Other tapers available on request
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (dynamic)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 330º±20º ≤ 3%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (static)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 330º±20º ≤ 5%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
Maximum power dissipation** Lin (A)
at 50ºC, 0.15W
Maximum voltage Lin (A)
250VDC
-25ºC … +70ºC (+85ºC on request)
Special Version 120º C
Operating temperature
330º ± 20º
Angle of rotation (electrical)
Temperature coefficient
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 10KΩ
10KΩ < Rn ≤ 5MΩ
+200/ -500 ppm
+200/ -1000 ppm
+200/ -300 ppm
+200/ -500 ppm
* Out of range ohm values and tolerances are available on request, please, inquire.
** Dissipation of special tapers will vary, please, inquire.
Mechanical
Specifications
CS14 Through-hole and SMD
Resistive element
Carbon technology
360º
Angle of rotation (mechanical)
Wiper standard delivery position
50% ± 15º
Max. push/pull on rotor
35 N / 50 N
Wiper torque*
For 15.000 turns <2.5 Ncm, detents <3.5 Ncm
For >15.000 turns <1.5Ncm
Mechanical life
Standard is 15.000 turns.
Up to 1.000.000 turns available depending on configuration
* Stronger or softer torque feeling is available on request.
Test
results
The following typical test results (with 95% confidence) are given at 23ºC ±2ºC and 50% ±25% RH.
CS14 Through-hole and SMD
Damp heat
Temperature Coefficient
Load life
Mechanical life
Storage (3 years)
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Test conditions
Typical variation of Rn
500 h. at 40°C and 95% RH
±20%
16 h at 85ºC, plus 2 h at –25ºC
±20%
1.000 h. at 50°C
±20%
15.000 turns at 10 c.p.m. and at 23°C ± 2°C
±20%
3 years at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Applications
CS14 as alternative to a 4 bit absolute encoder.
The CS14 wide electrical angle of 330º gives the possibility to include up to 17 silver zones guarantying that there will be no voltage
overlapping of contiguous positions. Let’s take a look at the particular case of 16 silver zones combined with 16 detents:
The step function that results from this configuration (see the graph on figure 1) makes it possible to differentiate 16 non overlapping
different voltage levels from the collector output pin. (B in figure 2)
B
A
C
Figure 1
The endless rotation feature of the CS14 allows to move the wiper from the detent number 16 (U/Un = 100%) to the detent number 1
(U/Un=0%). During the transition between these two detents it will slide on a dead zone for a few degrees, meaning that at that moment
there will be no electrical contact with the resistive track.
In order to cope with this, a pull-up or a pulldown resistor is to be introduced into the circuit design. ACP recommendation is the latter, a
pull-down resistor whose value has to be at least 100 times the potentiometer nominal value. In that case, the collector pin output will be
0% (U/Un) when the slider transits on the dead zone.
ACP standard configuration is a potentiometer of 10K Ohm recommending a pull-down resistor to be equal or greater than 1MΩ. (Figure 3)
UN
A
10KΩ
D
R
Figure 2
R≥1MΩ
Figure 3
Connecting the collector terminal to the AD port of a microcontroller to feed the output voltage of said configuration will allow for the
selection of 16 different functions.
The table below (figure 4) shows the equivalence between the output function of this potentiometer, indicating the tolerance at each detent,
and a 4 bit digital encoder signal. In summary, a CS14 fitted with these features can be used as an alternative to a 4 bit rotary encoder.
Figure 4
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CS14
The detents are set to position and fix the wiper contact on the surface of each silver zone thus absorbing any mechanical play and printing
tolerances. The electrical contact between the metal surface of the wiper and the silver area minimizes the contact resistance.
The mechanical detents are evenly spread 22.5º±3º from each other along the circumference as it can be seen in the figure 2 drawing.
MCA9
Control Carbon
Potentiometers MCA
MCE9
Control Cermet
Potentiometers MCE
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Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
9mm carbon potentiometers with plastic enclosure and shaft.
9mm cermet potentiometers with plastic enclosure and shaft. Cermet
potentiometers have better thermal stability, allow for higher thermal
dissipation and withstand higher temperatures than carbon
potentiometers.
Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are normally manufactured in tinned brass, although versions
with steel terminals are also available under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight or crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering.
Ingress Protection rating type IP 54 (high level of protection against
dust and also against water splashing), according to IEC 60529.
Plastic materials can be self-extinguishable according to UL 94 V-0
under request.
Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are manufactured in tinned brass, although versions with
steel terminals are also available under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight or crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering.
Tapers can be linear, log and antilog; special tapers can also be
studied.
Ingress Protection rating type IP 54 (high level of protection against
dust and also against water splashing), according to IEC 60529.
Plastic materials (housing and rotor) are self-extinguishable according
to UL 94 V-0 for ACP’s cermet potentiometers.
Potentiometers can be manufactured in a wide range of possibilities
regarding:
Tapers can be linear, log and antilog; special tapers can also be
studied.
- Resistance value.
- Tolerance.
- Tapers / variation laws.
- Pitch.
- Positioning of the wiper (standard is at 50% rotation).
- Housing and rotor color.
- Mechanical life.
- Click effect (up to 20 detents available).
- Self-extinguishable plastic parts, according to UL 94 V-0.
Potentiometers can be manufactured in a wide range of possibilities
regarding:
Applications
9mm potentiometers are mainly used in control applications, in
different markets:
- Industrial: Timers and relays, dimmers, adjustment of output.
- Electronic appliances: volume regulation, temperature controls and
function selection.
- Automotive: Lighting regulation (position adjustment and sensing
for headlights), dimmers, seat heating controls.
- Resistance value.
- Tolerance.
- Tapers / variation laws.
- Pitch.
- Positioning of the wiper (the standard is at 50%).
- Housing and rotor color.
- Mechanical life.
- Click effect (up to 20 detents available).
Applications
9mm cermet potentiometers are used in applications where either
the operating temperature is high or where the application requires
product with excellent ohmic value stability:
- Electronic appliances: temperature controls.
- Automotive: climate controls, position sensors, seat heating controls.
- Industrial electronics: multimeters, oscilloscopes, time relays,
measurement and test equipment.
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MCE9
CERMET – MCE9
MCA9
CARBON – MCA9
MCA9
MCE9
HOW TO ORDER
EXAMPLE: MCA9DH5-10KA2020 SNP PI WT-9020-NE
EXAMPLE: MCE9DH5-10KA2020 SNP PI WT-9020-NE-V0
Standard features
Series
Rotor
1
2
Extra features
Model Packg. Ohm value Taper
3
MCA9/MCE9 D
4
H5
Tol.
Life
8
5
6
7
- 10K
A
2020
Standard configuration:
Assembled accessory
Track Detents Snap in Housing
9
10
11
12
Rotor
Wiper
Lin.
13
14
15
SNP
Assembly Ref #
Flam.
-NE
-V0
16
PI
WT
MCA9 Through-hole
Color
-9020
MCE9 Through-hole
Dimensions:
9mm
IP 54 (dust-proof)
On request: Self-extinguishable, to meet UL 94 V-0
Protection:
Carbon technology
Cermet
Blue housing + white rotor
Brown housing + white rotor
Substrate:
Color:
Bulk
Packaging:
at 50% ±15º
Wiper position:
Terminals:
Straight, without crimping.
Marking:
Resistive value marked on housing. Others on request.
Customized products: A drawing is requested when ordering a customized product. Series, rotor, model and total resistive value are indicated before the code that includes
all special specifications. Example: MCA9DH2,5-10K CODE C00111.
1 - Series
MCA9
11 - Terminals
SNAP IN P
MCE9
SNAP IN J
2 - Rotors
SNJ
Shorter tip of terminal, TPXX, where XX is tip length (under request)
D
H3,8
TPXX, ex: TP25
12 - Housing
3 - Model and pitch
H2,5
SNP
H5
V7,5
V10
VK10
VR10
Bulk
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
(blank)
5 - Resistance value
100Ω 200Ω 220Ω 250Ω 470Ω 500Ω 1KΩ 2KΩ ... 500KΩ 1MΩ 2MΩ 2M2Ω 4M7Ω 5MΩ
100 200 220 250 470 500
1K
2K
CJ-color, ex., red: CJ-RO
13 - Rotor
Trough-hole
4 - Packaging
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
500K 1M
2M
2M2 4M7
5M
RT-color; ex., blue: RT-AZ
* Self-extinguishable property, V0, for housing and rotor:
By default, carbon is non self-extinguishable, cermet is Self-extinguishable:
For carbon: self-extinguishable property can be added. V0 means housing
and rotor are V0. If only the housing needs to be V0, then CJ-V0.
If only rotor: RT-V0
14 - Wiper
Wiper position (Standard: 50% ± 15º)
6 - Resistance law / taper
(blank)
V0
CJ-V0, RT-V0
(leave blank)
A
Initial or CCW
PI
Log - Logarithmic
B
Final or CW
PF
Antilog - Antilogarithmic
C
Others: following clock positions; at 3 hours: P3H
Lin - Linear
CODE YXXXXX
- Special tapers have codes assigned:
PXH, ex: P3H
Wiper torque (Standard: <2.5Ncm, for detents: <3.5)
(leave blank)
Low torque, < 1.5Ncm
PGB
7 - Tolerance
±20%
±30%
+50%,-30%
±10%
±5%
15 - Linearity
2020
3030
5030
1010
0505
Not controlled
(leave blank)
Independent linearity controlled & below x%, for example, 3%: LN3% LNx%; ex: LN3%
8 - Operating Life (Cycles)
Standard (1.000 cycles)
(leave blank)
Long life: LV + the number of cycles. ex: LV45 for 45.000 cycles. (others on request) LVXX: ex: LV45
LAx%
Absolute linearity controlled & below x%
16 - Potentiometers with assembled accessories
Assembled from terminal side
9 - Cut Track – Open circuit.
Open circuit at beginning of track, fully CCW
PCI
Open circuit at end of track, fully CW
PCF
10 - Detents (DT)
WT-
Accessory Reference (9019 or 9020)
-XXXXX, Example: 9019
Color of shaft
Non self-extinguishable.
Self-extinguishable according to standard UL 94
(-V0 in box 17 modifies only the accessory, please, note.)
-YY Example, black: NE
(leave blank)
-V0
One detent at the beginning
DTI
Color chart for rotor, housing and accessories
One detent at the end
DTF
Black(1)
White
NE
BA
X number of detents, evenly distributed.
XDT: 10DT
Special detents are available on request: If you also need to assign a voltage value to each detent, please inquire.
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Neutral Transp.
IN
TA
Red
Green
Yellow
Blue
Grey
Brown
RO
VE
AM
AZ
GS
MR
(1) black is not an option for housings.
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Models
All models shown here have shaft 9020, but other shafts can be chosen from the list below (Page 71). The D dimension
indicated on the drawings refers to the possible length of the shaft, to be chosen at “shafts” section. Potentiometers are sold separately
from the nuts and washers.
H2,5
H3,8
7.3
11
D
D
7
7
7.8
7
11
1.3
2.5
11
12.5
7.3
11
Ø4
7
Ø4
2.5
H5
4
11
7.3
3.8
2.5
V7,5
2.75
M7x0.75
D
7
7
11
11
7.3
4
V10
5
7
2.5
5
2.5
5
2
7.
0.5
3
10
5
5
2.5
0.3
MCA9
4
10
9.2
D
8.5
7.3
11
5
0.3
2.5
3
Nut
M7x0.75
1.3
2.5
11
1
2.5
12
1
2.5
5
11
2.5
1. 3
MCE9
VR10
4
M7x0.75
11
3.8
4
2.5
5
VK10
7.3
5
5
0.3
1
2.5
5
3
10
7.3
8.5
11
2.5
2.5
D
D
1.3
2.5
2.5
4
M7x0.75
11
0.3
1
2.5
2.5
3
7.5
5
8.5
5
7
2.75
5
11
2.5
2.5
4
2.5
4
1.
3
M7x0.75
2.5
2.5
5
12.5
3
1.
7
1
D
Ø4
7
4
M7x0.75
4
4
2.5
2.75
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
M7x0.75
1
2.5
5
Washer
Nut and washer assembly indication
M7x0.75
2
Tapers
The standard taper is linear (A). Log (B) and Antilog (C) tapers are also available, as well as special tapers according
to customer’s specifications. For example, a special taper can be matched with a potentiometer with detents (click effect), to guarantee
a value in a specific position – see “detents” section.-
% Resistance
SPECIAL TAPERS
% Resistance or Vo
Vi
REGULAR TAPERS
100
75
Antilog (C)
Linear (A)
50
Log (B)
25
0
0
25
50
75
100
% Rotation angle θ
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Rotation angle
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Potentiometers
with cut track
The cut track is an area with very high resistive value, resulting in an open circuit. It is widely used in lighting applications.
Mechanical life with cut track needs to be confirmed.
PCI = Cut at initial position, when the potentiometer is turned fully counter clockwise.
PCF = Cut at final position, when the potentiometer is turned fully clockwise.
Other positions are available on request.
PCI
PCF
B
A
A
C
B
C
A B C
A B C
Potentiometers
with detents
ACP’s patented detent (DT) feature is especially suitable for control applications where the end user will turn a knob
inserted in the potentiometer. Detents can be used to add a click feeling to the turning of the potentiometer or to control the position in
which the wiper is placed, assuring a particular output value with a narrow tolerance.
Detents can be light or strong, or even a combination of different feelings. They can be evenly distributed along the angle (standard) or
tailored to match customers’ request. They can also be combined with special tapers: constant value areas, open circuit zone, different
slopes, etc. One common example is a potentiometer with detents and matching non-overlapping voltage values in specific angular
positions, used to feed in a voltage value to a microprocessor:
Example of 5DT with control of value in each DT.
U/UN
MIDDLE POSITION
100%
240°
75%
C
DT3
=
12
0°
UN
B
B
=
DT4
A
25%
=
=
U
DT2
0°
12
50%
DT5
DT1
A
0%
A
=
DT1
=
DT2
=
DT3
=
DT5
DT4
C
C
240º
Other examples of potentiometers with detents:
10DT
20DT
240°
=
12
0°
B
0°
12
B
0°
12
12
0°
240°
=
=
DT3
DT2
DT1
==
DT9
=
=
DT10
DT1
A
==
=
DT3
DT2
DT19
DT20
A
C
C
Number of standard detents (evenly distributed) already available.
1 (Initial, final or central), 2 DT (initial and
final), 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,10, 20.
Maximum number of detents for feeling only
20
Maximum number of detents when the voltage value in each detent is controlled and non-overlapping.
10
Our patented design with two wipers has improved the performance of these potentiometers, giving them more stable electrical parameters,
improved reliability and Contact Resistance Variation (CRV) as well as narrower tolerances for detent positioning.
For potentiometers with detents, mechanical life is also 1.000 cycles, if no additional cycles are mentioned. Please, indicate the number
of cycles needed with LV (number of cycles), for example: LV07, for 7.000 cycles.
When needing a special number of detents or matching taper, a drawing is kindly requested.
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Terminals
By default, terminals are always straight, as shown on the “models” section. ACP can provide crimped terminals (with
snap in, “SNP” or “SNJ”), to better hold the component to the PCB during the soldering operation.
SNJ
1.6
1.6
SNP
0.9
1.1
Also, there is an option of having shorter terminal tips:
Standard Terminal
Shorter terminal, for H5 TP25
4.0
2.5
X.X
Shorter terminal, TPXX (under request)
Possibilities
for insertion
of accessories
Should the shaft need to be positioned differently than shown on the “models” section on this catalogue, a drawing
with the exact position is kindly requested.
Shafts
Shafts are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable property,
according to UL 94 V-0, under request. ACP can study special shaft designs.
9019
9020
D Dimension
17.5
23.5
9019
9020
23.8
2
3.9
1
29.8
19.9
1.6
0.9
R
3.
8
2
3.9
1
25.9
0.9
1.6
16
3
R3
.8
MCA9
Shaft
MCE9
D dimension is the distance from the housing to the top of the shaft, as shown in the different models.
4
Ø1.95
Ø4
Ø1.95
Packaging
Potentiometer model
With shaft or thumbwheel inserted?
Pieces per bigger box (250 x 150 x 70, CG on description)
H2,5 - H3,8 - H5
V7,5 - V10 - VK10 - VR10
9019, 9020
500
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Electric
Specifications
These are standard features; other specifications and out of range values can be studied on request.
Range of resistance values*
Lin (A)
Log (B) Antilog (C)
Tolerance*
Rn < 100Ω:
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 100KΩ
100K< Rn ≤ 1MΩ:
1MΩ < Rn ≤5MΩ:
Rn > 5MΩ:
MCA9 Through-hole
MCE9 Through-hole
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 5MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 2M2Ω
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 5MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 2M2Ω
+50%, -30% (out of range)
±20%
±20%
±30%
+50%, -30% (out of range)
±20%
±20%
±30%
-
Variation laws
Lin (A), Log (B), Antilog (C). Other tapers available on request
Residual resistance
≤2Ω
Lin (A), Log (B), Antilog (C) ≤ 5*10-3*Rn. Minimum value 2Ω
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (dynamic)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 220º±20º ≤ 3%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (static)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 220º±20º ≤ 5%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
Maximum power dissipation**
Lin (A)
Log (B), Antilog (C)
at 50ºC
0.15W
0.10W
at 70º C.
0.5W
0.20W
Maximum voltage
Lin (A)
Log (B), Antilog (C)
150VDC
200VDC
200VDC
-25ºC … +70ºC (+85ºC on request)
-40ºC … +90ºC (+125ºC on request)
+200/ -300 ppm
+200/ -500 ppm
±100 ppm
±100 ppm
Operating temperature
Temperature coefficient
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 10KΩ
10KΩ < Rn ≤ 5MΩ
* Out of range ohm values and tolerances are available on request, please, inquire.
** Dissipation of special tapers will vary, please, inquire.
Mechanical
Specifications
MCA9 Through-hole
MCE9 Through-hole
Carbon technology
Resistive element
Cermet
Angle of rotation (mechanical)
240º ± 5º
Angle of rotation (electrical)
220º ± 20º
Wiper standard delivery position
50% ± 15º
5 Ncm
Max. stop torque
40 N
Max. push/pull on rotor
Wiper torque*
<2 Ncm
Potentiometers with detents: <2.5 Ncm
Mechanical life
1.000 cycles (many more available on request, please, inquire)
* Stronger or softer torque feeling is available on request.
Test
results
The following typical test results are given at 23ºC ±2ºC and 50% ±25% RH.
MCA9 Through-hole
MCE9 Through-hole
Test conditions
Typical variation of
nominal resistance
Test conditions
Typical variation of
nominal resistance
500 h. at 40°C and 95% RH
+5%, -2%
500 h. at 40°C and 95% RH
±2%
16 h at 85ºC, plus 2 h at –25ºC
±2.5%
16 h at 90ºC, plus 2 h at –40ºC
±2%
1.000 h. at 50°C
+0%; -6%
1.000 h. at 70°C
±2%
Mechanical life
1.000 cycles at 10 c.p.m.
and at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
1.000 cycles at 10 c.p.m.
and at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
Soldering effect
2 seconds at 350°C
±1%
2 seconds at 350°C
±1%
Storage (3 years)
3 years at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
3 years at 23°C ± 2°C
±1%
Damp heat
Thermal cycles
Load life
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Test
results
MCA9 Through-hole
100
100
90
90
80
80
70
70
60
60
%W
%W
Power derating curve:
MCE9 Through-hole
50
40
50
40
30
30
20
20
10
10
0
50ºC
0
70ºC
70ºC
90ºC
For temperatures out of range
The normal operation temperature for a carbon ACP potentiometer is -25ºC to +70ºC. When the temperature goes up to 85ºC, the following
variations should be observed:
Load life
1.000 h. at 50ºC
+0%; -6%
The power derating curve
to consider is:
1.000 h. at 85ºC
+0%; -15%
100
90
80
%W
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
50ºC
85ºC
Representation of the typical variation of nominal resistance (with 95% confidence) throughout the ohm value range:
MCA9 Through-hole
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
0
-200
-6
-8
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
800
Variation area
600
400
200
0
-200
-400
-400
-600
-600
-800
-800
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
-1000
100H
% Value variation
Variation area
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
-8
-9
-10
100H
10
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
Variation area
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
10
8
Variation area
6
% Value variation
% Value variation
-4
-10
100H
Value variation (ppm)
200
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
-10
100H
0
-2
1000
400
100H
2
4M7
Variation area
600
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
-8
-9
-10
4
MCA9
% Value variation
% Value variation
Load life
Variation area
6
MCE9
470
800
-1000
100H
Mechanical life
8
1000
Value variation (ppm)
Temperature Coefficient
10
Variation area
% Value variation
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
100H
Damp heat
MCE9 Through-hole
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
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Variation area
6
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
-10
100H
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
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Control Carbon
Potentiometers MCA
MCE14
Control Cermet
Potentiometers MCE
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CARBON – MCA14
CERMET – MCE14
14mm carbon potentiometers with plastic enclosure and shaft.
14mm cermet potentiometers with plastic enclosure and shaft.
Cermet potentiometers have better thermal stability, allow for higher
thermal dissipation and withstand higher temperatures than carbon
potentiometers.
Ingress Protection rating type IP 54 (high level of protection against
dust and also against water splashing), according to IEC 60529.
Plastic materials can be self-extinguishable according to UL 94 V-0
under request.
Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are manufactured in tinned brass, although versions with
steel terminals are also available under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight or crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering.
Tapers can be linear, log and antilog; special tapers can also be
studied.
Ingress Protection rating type IP 54 (high level of protection against
dust and also against water splashing), according to IEC 60529.
Plastic materials (housing and rotor) are self-extinguishable according
to UL 94 V-0 for ACP’s cermet potentiometers.
Potentiometers can be manufactured in a wide range of possibilities
regarding:
Tapers can be linear, log and antilog; special tapers can also be
studied.
- Resistance value.
- Tolerance.
- Tapers / variation laws.
- Pitch.
- Positioning of the wiper (standard is at 50% rotation).
- Housing and rotor color.
- Mechanical life.
- Click effect (up to 38 detents available).
- Self-extinguishable plastic parts according to UL 94 V-0.
Potentiometers can be manufactured in a wide range of possibilities
regarding:
Applications
14mm potentiometers are mainly used in control applications, in
different markets:
- Electronic household appliances, heating, ventilation and air
conditioning (HVAC) equipment, thermostats.
MCA14
- Resistance value.
- Tolerance.
- Tapers / variation laws.
- Pitch.
- Positioning of the wiper (the standard is at 50%).
- Housing and rotor color.
- Mechanical life.
- Click effect (up to 38 detents available).
Applications
14mm cermet potentiometers are used in applications where either
the operating temperature is high, or where the applications requires
product with excellent ohmic value stability:
- Electronic appliances: boilers, water heaters.
- Industrial electronics: multimeters, oscilloscopes, time relays,
measurement and test equipment.
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Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are normally manufactured in tinned brass, although versions
with steel terminals are also available under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight or crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering.
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MCE14
HOW TO ORDER
EXAMPLE: MCA14NH2,5-10KA2020 SNP PI WT-14187-BA
EXAMPLE: MCE14NH2,5-10KA2020 SNP PI WT-14187-BA-V0
Assembled accessory
Extra features
Standard features
Series
Rotor
1
MCA14
MCE14
2
Model Packg. Ohm value Taper
3
N
H2,5
4
Tol.
Life
5
6
7
8
- 10K
A
2020
Standard configuration:
Track Detents Snap in Housing
9
10
11
Rotor
Wiper
Lin.
13
14
15
12
SNP
Assembly Ref #
PI
WT
MCA14 Through-hole
Color
Flam.
16
-14187
-BA
MCE14 Through-hole
Dimensions:
14mm
Protection:
IP 54 (dust-proof)
On request: Self-extinguishable, to meet UL 94 V-0
Substrate:
Carbon technology
Color:
Cermet
Blue housing + white rotor
Brown housing + white rotor
Packaging:
Bulk
Wiper position:
at 50% ±15º
Terminals:
Straight, without crimping.
Marking:
Resistive value marked on housing. Others on request.
Customized products: A drawing is requested when ordering a customized product. Series, rotor, model and total resistive value are indicated before the code that includes
all special specifications. Example: MCA14PH2,5-10K CODE C00111. Other features could be available on request, please, ask.
11 - Terminals
1 - Series
MCA14
SNAP IN P
MCE14
SNAP IN R
2 - Rotors
SNR
Shorter tip of terminal, TPXX, where XX is tip length (under request)
Z
N
SNP
12 - Housing
3 - Model and pitch
H0
HC0
H2,5
VA12,5
VL12,5
VR12,5
H4
V15
H5
HA5
HL5
V12,5
VJ15
V17,5
VD7,5
VD11
(blank)...(1)
Bulk
5 - Resistance value
100Ω 200Ω 220Ω 250Ω 470Ω 500Ω 1KΩ 2KΩ ... 500KΩ 1MΩ 2MΩ 2M2Ω 4M7Ω 5MΩ
100 200 220 250 470 500
1K
2K
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
500K 1M
2M
2M2 4M7
5M
CJ-color, ex., red: CJ-RO
13 - Rotor
Color: For colors other than standard: -See color chart below-
Trough-hole
4 - Packaging
RT-color; ex., blue: RT-AZ
* Self-extinguishable property, V0, for housing and rotor:
By default, carbon is non self-extinguishable, cermet is Self-extinguishable:
For carbon: self-extinguishable property can be added. V0 means housing
and rotor are V0. If only the housing needs to be V0, then CJ-V0.
If only rotor: RT-V0
Lin - Linear
A
Log - Logarithmic
B
Antilog - Antilogarithmic
C
(leave blank)
Initial or CCW
PI
Final or CW
PF
PXH, ex: P3H
Others: following clock positions; at 3 hours: P3H
Wiper torque (Standard: <2.5Ncm, for detents: <3.5)
CODE YXXXXX
- Special tapers have codes assigned:
7 - Tolerance
±30%
+50%,-30%
±10%
±5%
2020
3030
5030
1010
0505
PGB
15 - Linearity
Not controlled
(leave blank)
Independent linearity controlled & below x%, for example, 3%: LN3%
Standard (1.000 cycles)
(leave blank)
LAx%
Long life: LV + the number of cycles. ex: LV45 for 45.000 cycles. (others on request) LVXX: ex: LV45
16 - Potentiometers with assembled accessories
9 - Cut Track – Open circuit.
Accessory Reference
See list of shafts and thumbwheels available
Open circuit at beginning of track, fully CCW
PCI
Open circuit at end of track, fully CW
PCF
WT
Assembled from terminal side
-XXXXX
Example: 14187
Color of shaft or thumbwheel
-YY Example, white: BA
Non self-extinguishable. Self-extinguishable according to standard
(leave blank)
UL 94 (-V0 in box 17 modifies only the accessory, please, note.)
-V0
10 - Detents (DT)
One detent at the beginning
DTI
Color chart for rotor, housing and accessories
One detent at the end
DTF
Black(1) White
XDT: 10DT
NE
Special detents are available on request: If you also need to assign a voltage value to each detent, please inquire.
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Absolute linearity controlled & below x%
8 - Operating Life (Cycles)
X number of detents
(leave blank)
Low torque, < 1.5Ncm
±20%
(blank)
V0
CJ-V0, RT-V0
14 - Wiper
Wiper position (Standard: 50% ± 15º)
6 - Resistance law / taper
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BA
Neutral Transp.
IN
TA
Red
Green
Yellow
Blue
Grey
Brown
RO
VE
AM
AZ
GS
MR
(1) black is not an option for housings.
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
Models
All models shown here have shaft 14187, but other shafts can be chosen from the list below. The D dimension
indicated on the drawings refers to the possible length of the shaft, to be chosen at “shafts” section. Potentiometers are sold separately
from the nuts and washers.
H0
HC0
D
5
5
16
22
5
1.2
5
4
16
D
5
5
9.4
4
5
16
1
4
5
1.3
M10x0.75
0.3
5
20.5
7
12.5
Ø6
16
18
3
1.
10
4
M10x0.75
5
D
8
0.3
5
9.4
16
D
7
Ø6
16
8
5
Ø6
16
17.6
9.6
HA5
H5
1
= =
8.8
4 4
4.4
4.4
M10x0.75
0.3
1
4
3
1.
5
4
2.5
D
7
4
Ø6
16
3
1.
10
18
2.5
M10x0.75
0.3
9.4
8
7
1
4
4
9.4
16
8
5
5
M10X0.75
0.3
2.5
H4
H2,5
5
D
7
2
4
5
14
Ø6
16
10
18
3
1.
M10x0.75
0.3
1
9.4
16
8
7
Ø6
9.4
16
8
5
5
5
5
HL5
5
4
V12,5
16
9.4
Ø6
D
8
M10x0.75
7
3
1.
5
7
7.5
9.4
13.8
5
5
MCE14
1.3
0.3
5
5
7.5
Specifications on this catalog are for reference only, as they are subject to change without notice.
9.4
5
10.3
12.5
7
16
4
9.4
16
M10x0.75
D
D
7
7.5
8
1.3
16
10.3
5
15
8
4
5
Ø6
M10x0.75
5
5
V15
VR12,5
5
16
0.3
1
3.5
5
5
3
1.
16
12.5
11.8
4
5
0.3
5
M10x0.75
D
D
16
9.4
7
16
1
7.5
8
3
1.
Ø6
5
VL12,5
Ø6
M10x0.75
8
5
5
5
5
VA12,5
Ø6
1
12.5
9.4
7
10.3
4
5
0.3
MCA14
5
16
12.5
5
1
5
4
5
16
4
M10x0.75
0.3
1.3
5
21.8
13.8
16
Ø6
D
8
1
5
5
16
5
5
0.3
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VJ15
V17,5
Ø6
M10x0.75
Ø6
1.3
M10x0.75
17.5
D
7
7.5
Ø6
Nut
D
Washer
.5
0.3
4.4 4.4
13.5
7.5
16
M10x0.75
0.5
10
16
1
4
0.3
1
16
7
1.3
10
5 5
13.5
1.3
9.4
16
9.4
3.2
7.5
16
13.5
10.8
D
1.3
M10x0.75
8
13.5
7
10
3.2
8
10.8
5
VD11
M10x0.75
4
7.5
5
5
7.5
5
0.3
1
VD7,5
Ø6
16
9.4
10.3
5
11
5
16
4
12.8
5
0.3
1
4
15
16
9.4
7
16
5
3
1.
8
D
8
3
1.
8.8
11
Nut and washer assembly indication
2.5
Tapers
The standard taper is linear (A). Log (B) and Antilog (C) tapers are also available, as well as special tapers according
to customer’s specifications. For example, a special taper can be matched with a potentiometer with detents (click effect), to guarantee
a value in a specific position – see “detents” section.REGULAR TAPERS
SPECIAL TAPERS
% Resistance or Vo
Vi
% Resistance
100
75
Antilog (C)
Linear (A)
50
Log (B)
25
0
0
25
50
75
100
Rotation angle
% Rotation angle θ
Potentiometers
with cut track
The cut track is an area with very high resistive value, resulting in an open circuit. It is widely used in lighting applications.
Mechanical life with cut track needs to be confirmed.
PCI = Cut at initial position, when the potentiometer is turned fully counter clockwise.
PCF = Cut at final position, when the potentiometer is turned fully clockwise.
Other positions are available on request.
PCI
A
A
80
B
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C
A
B
C
A
B
C
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Potentiometers
with detents
ACP’s patented detent (DT) feature is especially suitable for control applications where the end user will turn a knob
inserted in the potentiometer. Detents can be used to add a click feeling to the turning of the potentiometer or to control the position in
which the wiper is placed, assuring a particular output value with a narrow tolerance.
Detents can be light or strong, or even a combination of different feelings. They can be evenly distributed along the angle (standard) or
tailored to match customers’ request. They can also be combined with special tapers: constant value areas, open circuit zone, different
slopes, etc. One common example is a potentiometer with detents and matching non-overlapping voltage values in specific angular
positions, used to feed in a voltage value to a microprocessor:
Example of 5DT with control of value in each DT.
U/UN
MIDDLE POSITION
100%
260°
75%
DT3
B
=
DT2
=
A
25%
DT1
0%
A
=
DT1
=
DT2
=
DT3
=
DT4
=
U
DT4
°
UN
=
130
B
130
°
C
50%
A
C
DT5
C
DT5
260º
Examples of some potentiometers with detents:
38DT
B
B
130
=
130
°
260°
°
130
260°
°
130
°
14DT
DT3
DT2 =
DT1
A
DT37
C = DT38
Number of standard detents (evenly distributed) already available.
1 (Initial, final or central), 3, 4, 5, 6,
7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 22, 27, 38.
Maximum number of detents for feeling only
38
Maximum number of detents when the voltage value in each detent is controlled and non-overlapping.
14
MCE14
DT13
DT14
Our patented design with two wipers has improved the performance of these potentiometers, giving them more stable electrical parameters,
improved reliability and Contact Resistance Variation (CRV) and narrower tolerances for detent positioning.
For potentiometers with detents, mechanical life is also 1.000 cycles if no additional cycles are mentioned. Up to 10.000 cycles are available.
Please, indicate the number of cycles needed with LV (number of cycles), for example: LV10, for 10.000 cycles.
When needing a special number of detents or matching taper, a drawing is kindly requested.
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C
=
=
A
=
DT2
DT1
=
= =
DT3
Terminals
By default, terminals are always straight, as shown on the “models” section. ACP can provide crimped terminals (with
snap in, “SNP” or “SNR”), to better hold the component to the PCB during the soldering operation.
SNR
1.8
SNP
R1.5
1
1.5
0.9
Also, there is an option of having shorter terminal tips:
Standard Terminal
Shorter terminal, for V12,5 TP30
4.0
3.0
X.X
Shorter terminal, TPXX (under request)
Adjustment
and orientation
Should the shaft need to be positioned differently than shown on the “models” section on this catalogue, a drawing
with the exact position is kindly requested.
Shafts
Shafts are available in different colors (color chart in “how to order” section) and with self-extinguishable property,
according to UL 94 V-0, under request. ACP can study special shaft designs.
D dimension is the distance from the housing to the top of the shaft, as shown in the different models.
Shaft
14081
14187
14067
14008
14015
14066
14084
14250
14072
14073
15.2
15.7
24.7
20.2
20.2
20.45
20.45
21.95
28.7
35.45
D Dimension
14008
14015
29.5
1.1
29.5
23.25
6.25
6.25
8
23.25
8
1.25
4.6
1.25
3 .8
1.4
Ø6
9
Ø6
14066
14067
34
29.75
23.5
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13.5
54
°
5°
42.
82
1.25
6.25
4 .6
4.
5
6.25
1.25
27.75
Ø6
15.2
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Shafts
14072
14073
44.75
38
6.25
38.5
6.25
31.75
4
14.5
8
1.25
28°
1.2
1.25
5
6
6
14081
14084
29.75
23.5
24.5
6.25
6.25
18.25
1.25
8
8
1.25
4.6
45°
4.
6
6
14187
31.25
6.25
4
8
25
8
1.25
1.2
1.25
1.2
4
14250
25
18.75
6.25
6
6
6
Packaging
Potentiometer model
With any shaft.
Pieces per bigger box (250 x 150 x 70, CG on description)
150
MCA14
MCE14
H0 - HC0 - H2,5 - H4 - H5 - HA5 - HL5
V12,5 - V15 - VA12,5 - VL12,5 - VR12,5
VJ15 - V17,5 - VD11 - VD7,5
With shaft or thumbwheel inserted?
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Electric
Specifications
These are standard features; other specifications and out of range values can be studied on request.
Range of resistance values*
Lin (A)
Log (B) Antilog (C)
Tolerance*
Rn < 100Ω:
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 100KΩ
100K< Rn ≤ 1MΩ:
1MΩ < Rn ≤5MΩ:
Rn > 5MΩ:
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MCE14 Through-hole
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 5MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 2M2Ω
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 5MΩ
1 KΩ ≤ Rn ≤ 2M2Ω
+50%, -30% (out of range)
±20%
±20%
±30%
+50%, -30% (out of range)
±20%
±20%
±30%
-
Lin (A), Log (B), Antilog (C). Other tapers available on request
Variation laws
Residual resistance
≤2Ω
Lin (A), Log (B), Antilog (C) ≤ 5*10-3*Rn. Minimum value 2Ω
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (dynamic)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 245º±20º ≤ 3%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
CRV - Contact Resistance
Variation (static)
Lin (A) Electrical Angle 245º±20º ≤ 5%Rn.
Other tapers, please inquire
at 50ºC
0.25W
0.13W
Maximum power dissipation**
Lin (A)
Log (B), Antilog (C)
at 70ºC.
0.7W
0.30W
Maximum voltage
Lin (A)
Log (B), Antilog (C)
Operating temperature
Temperature coefficient
100Ω ≤ Rn ≤ 10KΩ
10KΩ < Rn ≤ 5MΩ
250VDC
200VDC
-25ºC … +70ºC (+85ºC on request)
-40ºC … +90ºC (+125ºC on request)
+200/ -300 ppm
+200/ -500 ppm
±100 ppm
±100 ppm
* Out of range ohm values and tolerances are available on request, please, inquire.
** Dissipation of special tapers will vary, please, inquire.
Mechanical
Specifications
MCA14 Through-hole
MCE14
Carbon technology
Resistive element
Through-hole
Cermet
Angle of rotation (mechanical)
265º ± 5º
Angle of rotation (electrical)
245º ± 20º
Wiper standard delivery position
50% ± 15º
10 Ncm
Max. stop torque
50 N
Max. push/pull on rotor
Wiper torque*
<2.5 Ncm
Potentiometers with detents: <3.5 Ncm
Mechanical life
1.000 cycles (many more available on request, please, inquire)
* Stronger or softer torque feeling is available on request.
Test
results
The following typical test results (with 95% confidence) are given at 23ºC ±2ºC and 50% ±25% RH.
MCA14 Through-hole
MCE14 Through-hole
Test conditions
Typical variation of Rn
Test conditions
Typical variation of Rn
500 h. at 40°C and 95% RH
+5%, -2%
500 h. at 40°C and 95% RH
±2%
16 h at 85ºC, plus 2 h at –25ºC
±2.5%
16 h at 90ºC, plus 2 h at –40ºC
±2%
1.000 h. at 50°C
+0%; -5%
1.000 h. at 70°C
±2%
Mechanical life
1.000 cycles at 10 c.p.m.
and at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
1.000 cycles at 10 c.p.m.
and at 23°C ± 2°C
±2%
Soldering effect
2 seconds at 350°C
±1%
2 seconds at 350°C
±1%
Storage (3 years)
3 years at 23°C ± 2°C
±3%
3 years at 23°C ± 2°C
±1%
Damp heat
Thermal cycles
Load life
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Test
results
MCA14 Through-hole
Power derating curve:
MCE14 Through-hole
100
100
90
90
80
80
70
70
%W
%W
60
50
40
30
60
50
40
30
20
20
10
10
0
50ºC
0
70ºC
70ºC
90ºC
For temperatures out of range
The normal operation temperature for a carbon ACP potentiometer is -25ºC to +70ºC. When the temperature goes up to 85ºC, the following
variations should be observed:
Load life
1.000 h. at 50ºC
+0%; -6%
The power derating curve
to consider is:
1.000 h. at 85ºC
+0%; -15%
100
90
80
%W
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
50ºC
85ºC
Representation of the typical variation of nominal resistance (with 95% confidence) throughout the ohm value range:
MCA14 Through-hole
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
200
0
-200
-400
-600
-800
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
Variation area
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
4M7
-4
-6
-8
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
8
1M
4M7
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
1M
Variation area
600
400
200
0
-200
-400
-600
-800
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
-8
-9
-10
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
4M7
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1M
4M7
Variation area
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K 470K
10
Variation area
6
470
800
100H
% Value variation
% Value variation
0
-2
-1000
100H
10
-10
100H
2
MCE14
400
100H
4
MCA14
Value variation (ppm)
Variation area
600
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
-8
-9
-10
6
-10
100H
% Value variation
% Value variation
Load life
Variation area
8
1000
800
-1000
100H
Mechanical life
10
Variation area
1000
Value variation (ppm)
Temperature Coefficient
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
100H
% Value variation
% Value variation
Damp heat
MCE14 Through-hole
1M
4M7
Variation area
8
6
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
-10
100H
470
1K
4K7
10K
47K
Resistance
100K
470K
1M
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Rotary
switches
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Rotary Switches
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ROTARY SWITCH – COM
Rotary switches are available in all different models already existing
for the potentiometers: 6, 9 and 14mm in carbon and cermet
technology. Please, refer to those sections to choose the external
configuration of your switch.
ACP’s Rotary switches are based on the design of the
potentiometers: they have one input and two possible outputs. The
commuting angle between outputs can be customized.
Through-hole and SMD configurations are available. Terminals and
collector are normally manufactured in tinned brass, although versions
with steel terminals are also available under request. Terminals for
through-hole models can be provided straight or crimped, which
helps hold the component to the PCB during soldering. The switch
has Ingress Protection rating type IP 54 (high level of protection
against dust and also against water splashing), according to IEC
60529. Plastic materials can be self-extinguishable according to
UL 94 V-0 under request.
Thumbwheels and shafts can be provided either separately or already
inserted in the switch.
- Switching angle.
- Positioning of the wiper (the standard is at 50%).
- Housing and rotor color.
- Mechanical life.
- Pause effect (recommended for each possible circuit position).
- Self-extinguishable plastic parts, according to UL 94 V-0.
Applications
- Dimmers.
- Telecommunications (antenna control).
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COM
Our switches can be manufactured in a wide range of possibilities
regarding:
COM
HOW TO ORDER
ACP’s switches (COM) follow the same configuration as the potentiometers, as shown in previous sections of this catalogue. The word COM needs to be added to the
description. The cells 5, 6 and 7 (value, taper and tol) are left blank. If the switching angle is different from our standard, then it should be indicated.
Examples:
From CA9: COMCA9MH2,5 2DT SNP PI WT-9005-BA (switch in configuration CA9MH2,5 with 2 detents, terminals with snap in, wiper at CCW position, and white
shaft reference 9005 already inserted).
Extra features
Standard features
Tol.
Life
Track
5
6
7
8
9
-
-
-
Series Rotor Model Packg. Ohm value Taper
1
COM CA9
2
3
M
H2,5
4
Assembled accessory
Collector Terminals Housing
10
11
2DT
SNP
12
Rotor Wiper position Lin
13
14
Assembly Ref #
15
WT
PI
Color
-9005
Flam.
17
16
-BA
From CA14: COMCA14PV15 AC45º±15º (switch in configuration CA14V15, switching angle at 45º).
Standard features
Series Rotor Model Packg. Ohm value Taper
1
COM CA14
90
Assembled accessory
Extra features
2
3
P
V15
4
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Life
8
5
6
7
-
-
-
Track
Collector Terminals Housing
9
10
11
12
Rotor Wiper position Lin
13
14
15
Assembly Ref #
16
Color
Flam.
17
AC45º±15º
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Electric
Function
The three terminals of the potentiometer are equivalent to one input (B) and two outputs (A and C), as shown in the
figure. The middle terminal (B) corresponds to the internal wiper, which switches between positions. The switching angle can be customized.
Unless otherwise requested, the housing will be neutral color, with the marking in black.
Angle of rotation (mechanical)
30°
30°
A
Electric
Specifications
A
C (ON)
A (ON)
switching
angle
B
switching
angle
B
C
C
COM CA6
COM CA9 / MCA9
COM CA14 / MCA14
COM CE9 / MCE9
COM CE14 / MCE14
Carbon
Carbon
Cermet
15V / 12mA
24V / 12mA
24V / 12mA
Resistance at ON position
≤5Ω
≤5Ω
≤5Ω
Dielectric Strength
600V
1500V
1500V
100MΩ
100GΩ
100GΩ
20º ± 15º
30º ± 15º
30º ± 15º
Resistive element
Power ratio
Insulation resistance
Switching angle at ON position
Operating temperature
-25ºC... +70ºC (+85ºC)
-40ºC... +90ºC (+125ºC)
Please, note that these are standard features; other specifications are available on request.
Mechanical
Specifications
6mm
9mm
14mm
235º ± 10º
240º ± 5º
265º ± 5º
1.000
1.000
1.000
< 2 Ncm
< 2 Ncm
< 2.5 Ncm
Max. stop torque
4 Ncm
5 Ncm (CA9, CE9)
25 Ncm (MCA9, MCE9)
10 Ncm (CA14, CE14)
15 Ncm (MCA14, MCE14)
Max. push/pull on rotor
9.8 N
40 N / 50 N
40 N / 50 N
Angle of rotation
Mechanical life
COM
Wiper torque
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Thick Film
solutions
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Features
- Resistive element: Resistive blends from 10 to 1M Ohm/square
allow for a wide range of resistive tracks and values.
- Tapers: Linear tapers with up to 1.8% independent linearity, step
functions, logarithmic and antilog curves. Combination of
potentiometer and on/off switches or symmetrical double track
potentiometers.
- Tolerance: Laser trimming up to 1% of Rn.
- Minimum resistive track separation: Up to 0.3mm between adjacent
tracks.
- Type of substrates: FR2, FR4, CEM1, CEM2, Polyester, Polyimide,
Polyamide, Alumina.
- Mechanical life: The Mechanical Life performance depends on the
interaction between the wiper and the resistive track contact
surfaces. A balanced wear of both surfaces is key to guarantee
the expected results. Several factors have an influence:
PRINTED CIRCUIT RESISTORS
Thick Film Printed Circuit Resistors are screen printed layers of
resistive, conductive and/or dielectric pastes deposited on different
types of substrates, like FR, CEM, Alumina, Polyester, Polyimide,
PA, Dielectric on Metal etc.
There are two basic technologies depending on the type of pastes
applied: Carbon and Cermet, the latter needed on applications where
high power dissipation is required or when resistor value stability at
high temperatures is important.
Potentiometer Tracks is the type of Printed Circuit Resistors that
ACP specializes in. This is one of our core competences and it is
the heart of all our potentiometer families. Our know-how includes
the expertise in the different technologies involved in the production
process:
- Pastes and inks formulation and blending
- Screen printing in type C (class 10.000) clean room
- Curing or Sintering
- Laser trimming
- Automated testing
Design patterns and shapes are varied; every specific project has
different geometrical requirements. We are able to process from
single to multiple circuit panel configurations, with maximum panel
dimensions of: 280mm - 180mm (Pattern 250mm x 150mm).
Let us know about your project and our engineers will propose the
most suitable designs for each specific application. In many
instances, mixed solutions where Potentiometer Tracks, Trimmed
Fixed Resistors and Contact Switches are combined, make the
most cost effective circuit design.
A detailed and comprehensive understanding of the above
parameters is fundamental in order to provide the adequate PCR
track and substrate: We have solutions that range from 10.000 to
5.000.000 cycles under aggressive thermal and climate conditions.
Aplications
Applications where Potentiometer Tracks can be applied can be
classified in two major types: 1) Position Sensors and 2) Switches
& Controls. Examples in different markets are listed below:
Automotive and Vehiche Markets
Position Sensors: Feedback Potentiometers on HVAC Actuators,
Side Mirror Memory Actuators, Throttle Sensors, Head Lamp
Levelling Actuators, Fuel Tank Senders, Start-Stop, Steering
Wheel Angle Sensor, Drive by Wire, Break by Wire, Seat
Positioning Actuators, Adaptive Front Lighting, etc.
Switches and Controls: Climate Control Switches (Fan Speed,
Temperature Setting, Air Flow Distribution), Head Lamp Levelling
Switch, Dash Board Light Dimmer, Seat Heating Controls, Haptic
Control, Light Switch, Airbag Enable/ Disable Switch, etc.
Industrial and Consumer Markets
Position Sensors: Feedback Potentiometers on different types
of Actuators (HVAC, Window Blinds, Valve Controls,)
Switches and Controls: Joystick Controls, Speed Control of
Professional Power Tools, DIY tools, Garden and Lawn Electric
Tools.
How to Order
Thick-Film solutions are customized. We kindly request a drawing
with dimensions, electrical use, application, mechanical life and other
significant data.
Please, send us your project specifications and we will send you
our proposal.
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THICK FILM
THICK FILM SOLUTIONS
- Wiper: Geometry, material, finishing, pressure, number of fingers,
finger tip shape.
- Inks: Type of ink, ink blend, materials contained and the process
parameters when deposited and cured, geometry of the printed
pad.
- Speed of wiping slide cycle.
- Climatic conditions: Working Temperature and Humidity.
Thermal cycles: Temperature and humidity cycles.
- Working environment.
- Lubricants: They can help providing a good performance,
however, they are not always needed.