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VARIABLE RESISTORS
Focus Products

Linear Position Sensor

High Resistance Operating
Measurement Ohmic Operating Temperature Dimensions
Model Accuracy Repeatability Tolerance at Life
Ranges (mm) Values Force Range (mm)
(Linearity) 20 ºC (Cycles)
Cylindrical
12.5 to 150 ≤ ± 1 % to 400 Ω/cm to 0.35 N -55 ºC to
≤ ± 0.01 % ± 20 % 25 M ext. dia.:
REC 38L (increments of 25 mm) ≤ ± 0.1 % 2 kΩ/cm typical +125 ºC
9.52
Measurement range of 12.5 mm to 150 mm; high accuracy from ± 1 % down to ± 0.1 %; essentially infinite resolution; very small dimension: external diameter = 9.52 mm
Rectangular
25 to 1000 ≤ ± 1 % to 400 Ω/cm to -55 ºC to
≤ ± 0.01 % ± 20 % n/a 25 M substrate:
(increments of 25 mm) ≤ ± 0.025 % 2 kΩ/cm +125 ºC
KIT LMF 15 x 1.6
Measurement range of 25 mm to 1000 mm; simple and flexible mounting; essentially infinite resolution; made in two separate parts: the sensing element and the wiper;
special designs available on request

Ultra Flat Membrane Potentiometer

High
Electrical Ohmic Operating Life Temperature Dimensions
Model Accuracy Output Signal
Stroke Values (Cycles) Range (mm)
(Linearity)
Working electrical travel + 25 mm
15 mm to ± 2 % or Analog ratiometric
UFPMA 4.7 kΩ Up to 25 M -30 °C to +80 °C Width: standard 13.5 mm
250 mm ±1% (1 % to 98 % of Vsupply)
(others upon request)

Analog ratiometric External diameter minimum 30 mm

UFPMC Up to 270° ± 1.5 % 4.7 kΩ > 10 M -30 °C to +80 °C
(1 % to 98 % of Vsupply) (bigger on request)

Ultra Flat Industrial Membrane Potentiometer

High
Electrical Ohmic Operating Life Temperature Dimensions
Model Accuracy Output Signal
Stroke Values (Cycles) Range (mm)
(Linearity)
Total electrical travel + 14 mm
20 mm to Analog ratiometric
UIPMA ±2% 4.7 kΩ Up to 3 M -10 °C to +50 °C Width: standard 13.5 mm
250 mm (1 % to 98 % of Vsupply)
(others upon request)
Analog ratiometric External diameter minimum 30 mm
UIPMC Up to 306° ±5% 10 kΩ Up to 3 M -10 °C to +50 °C
(1 % to 98 % of Vsupply) (bigger on request)

Non-Contacting Linear Position Sensor

High Operating
Temperature Dimensions
Model Electrical Stroke Accuracy Voltage Output Signal Life
Range (mm)
(Linearity) (Cycles)
Analog ratiometric 10 % to 90 % of Vsupply or -40 °C to
Up to 10 mm ± 2 % or ± 1 % 5 VDC ± 10 % > 10 M 46 x 20.8 x 37
20LHE PWM 10 % to 90 % duty cycle +85 °C
Accurate linearity down to ± 1 %; electrical strokes from 0 mm to 10 mm; long life: greater than 10 M cycles; non-contacting technology: Hall effect

Rotational Position Sensors

High Resistance Operating Cylindrical
Electrical Starting Torque Temperature
Model Accuracy Ohmic Values Tolerance at Life External
Travel (Ncm) Range
(Linearity) 20 ºC (Cycles) Diameter (mm)
340º ± 3º / ± 1 % down to 1 kΩ to 10 kΩ; other ± 10 %; ± 5 %
0.25 max. Up to 50 M -55 °C to +125 °C 19.18 to 76.3
ROT/SF 350º ± 2º ± 0.015 % values on request on request
Linearity from ± 1 % down to ± 0.015 %; excellent repeatability; long life; custom design to meet your specifications on request
< ± 2 % to
340° ± 3° 1 kΩ to 50 kΩ ± 20 % 0.4 max. Up to 5 M -55 °C to +125 °C 22.2
357 < ± 1.0 %
7/8" diameter single turn; offer a cost-effective solution to your potentiometer requirements; suitable model for all industrial applications
3600º + 0º + 100 Ω to 100 kΩ < 0.35 (one section)
± 0.25 % ±5% Up to 1 M -55 ºC to +125 ºC 22.2
534 10º (10 turns) (200 kΩ) < 0.65 (two sections)
Bushing and servo mount designs available; metric shaft available; dual gang configuration; high torque; center tap; front shaft extensions

Up to
320º ± 5º ±1% 50 Ω to 20 kΩ ±5% < 0.15 -55 ºC to +125 ºC 12.7
140 500 000

Ohmic value range: 50 Ω up to 20 kΩ; smallest size available: 12.7 mm; mechanical stops on request; high torque and sealed versions available

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VARIABLE RESISTORS
Focus Products

Non-Contacting Rotational Position Sensor

Cylindrical
High
Electrical Temperature External
Model Accuracy Voltage Output Signal Operating Life (Cycles)
Travel Range Diameter
(Linearity)
(mm)
90°, 180°, 270°, 5 VDC Analog ratiometric 10 % to 90 % of Vsupply or
±1% > 10 M -45 °C to 125 °C 22.7
360° ± 10 % PWM 10 % to 90 % duty cycle
351HE
Accurate linearity down to ± 0.5 %; all electrical angles available up to 360° (no dead band); non-contacting technology: Hall effect; model dedicated to all applications in
harsh environments
90°, 120°, 180°, 5 VDC Analog ratiometric 10 % to 90 % of Vsupply or > 5 M to hollow shaft model
±1% -45 °C to 125 °C 47 x 24
981HE 270°, 360° ± 10 % PWM 1 kHz, 10 % to 90 % duty cycle > 10 M to D-shaft model
Accurate linearity down to ± 0.5 %; easy mounting principle; non-contacting technology: Hall effect; spring-loaded types available

90°, 180°, 270°, 5 VDC Analog ratiometric 10 % to 90 % of Vsupply or

±1% > 50 M -40 °C to 125 °C 12.7
50SHE 360° ± 10 % PWM 1 kHz, 10 % to 90 % duty cycle

Accurate linearity down to ± 0.5 %; all electrical angles available up to 360° (no dead band), long life: greater than 50 M cycles; smallest size available

5 VDC Analog ratiometric -25 °C to

360° ± 0.6 % > 50 M 27
RAME027 ± 0.25 % from 0.5 VDC to 4.5 VDC +75 °C

Accurate linearity down to ± 0.58 %; complete angle of 360° (no dead band); long life: greater than 50 M cycles; one time programmable technology for high reliability
Analog ratiometric 1 % to 99 % of Vsupply (other on
5 VDC > 10 M of cycles for bushing -40 °C to
10 turns 3600° ±1% request) or PWM 1 kHz, 10 % to 90 % duty cycle or 22.2
34THE ± 10 %
SPI binary on 5 V or binary on 3.3 V
> 50 M of cycles for servo +85 °C

All electrical angles available up to 3600°; very long life: 50 M cycles for servo, 10 M cycles for bushing; non-contacting technology: Hall effect; true power on sensor

Panel Potentiometers

Multigang Resistance Variation

Model Life Cycles Size Mounting Technology Power Rating
(Y / N) Range Laws

Linear /
P16/ 50 000 16 mm dia. Cabling Cermet 1W N 22 Ω to 10 MΩ
non-linear
PA16 Low profile; knob included; 300º mechanical travel IP67 sealing; panel sealing
10 000 for switches, Cermet / conductive 1 W - P16S 22 Ω to 10 MΩ - P16S Linear /
P16S/ 16 mm dia. Cabling N
50 000 for potentiometers plastic 0.5 W - PA16S 1 kΩ to 1 MΩ - PA16S non-linear
PA16S Low profile; ccw electrical cut off; knob included; indent feeling 300º mechanical travel metal knob available; IP67 sealing
12.5 mm square Linear /
50 000 PCB / cabling Cermet 1W Y 22 Ω to 10 MΩ
P11S 1/2" non-linear
Versatile; modular, options, 300º mechanical travel IP64 sealing; panel sealing optional
12.5 mm square Linear /
50 000 PCB / cabling Cermet 1W Y 22 Ω to 10 MΩ
P11P 1/2" non-linear
All plastic top; high dielectric, strength; 300º mechanical travel IP64 sealing; panel sealing optional
12.5 mm square Linear /
2 000 000 PCB / cabling Cermet 0.1 W Y 1 kΩ, 5 kΩ, 10 kΩ, 50 kΩ
P11L 1/2" non-linear
High rotational life; modular options; 300º mechanical travel IP64 sealing
9.7 mm square
500 000 PCB Cermet 0.1 W N 1 kΩ, 5 kΩ, 10 kΩ, 50 kΩ Linear
P10L 3/8"
High rotational life; low cost; 290º mechanical travel IP67 sealing; panel sealing optional
Linear /
25 000 16 mm dia. Cabling Cermet 1.5 W N 22 Ω to 10 MΩ
P13SM non-linear
Submersible panel potentiometer; salt water resistant 1.5 W at 70 ºC; 300º mechanical travel metal knob available; IP68 sealing
19.7 mm dia. Linear /
25 000 Cabling Cermet 3W N 22 Ω to 10 MΩ
PE30 3/4" non-linear
Fully seated; robust; 300º mechanical travel; high power rating
19.7 mm dia. Linear /
2 000 000 Cabling Cermet 2W N 1 kΩ, 5 kΩ, 10 kΩ, 50 kΩ
P30L 3/4" non-linear
High rotational life; fully sealed; high torque
12.5 mm dia. Linear /
50 000 PCB / cabling Cermet 1.5 W N 20 Ω to 10 MΩ
PRV6 1/2" non-linear
Fully sealed mil design; 300º mechanical travel IP67 sealing; panel sealing optional

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 Variable Resistors and Position
Sensors Offer Extended Life and
Custom Adaptability
Advantages of Vishay Variable Resistors
• Custom and value-added capabilities
• Long life
• High accuracy
• Models optimized for harsh environments

For the Following Applications

• Flying commands
• Panel controls
• Steering wheel sensors
• Syringe pumps

More than 30 years of successful

experience in aircraft designs

Sophisticated engineering capabilities

to meet the requirements of customer
applications

Our sensors provide reliability in • Panel Potentiometers Selector Guide

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• Precision Potentiometers Selector Guide
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