Amphenol Piher Sensing Systems' PC16 is a 16 mm carbon resistive potentiometer used for a wide variety of applications including audio and industrial designs. The PC16 potentiometer is used as a control for musical instrument amplifiers and signal processors. Long rotational life, customizable tapers, low noise, and built-in switches are only some of the features that Amphenol Piher Sensing Systems offer to professional audio device manufacturers.
Typical applications include wah-wah pedals, power amplifiers, guitar effects pedals and volume, audio mixers, crossover trimmers, Hi-Fi rotary volume control, compressors, noise gates, and many more.
Features
- Carbon resistive element
- IP54 protection according to IEC 60529
- Polyester substrate
- Modular gang type (up to 4)
- Self-extinguishable material UL 94-V0
Mechanical Specifications
- Mechanical rotation angle: 300° ± 5°
- Electrical rotation angle: 280° ± 20°
- Torque: 0.5 Ncm to 1.5 Ncm (0.7 in-oz to 2.1 in-oz)
- Stop torque: > 40 Ncm (> 56 in-oz)
- Max. torque nut (binding out): < 80 Ncm (112 in-oz)
- Thrust and pull in the shaft: > 25 N
Electrical Specifications
- Max. voltage: 250 VDC (lin) 125 VDC (no lin)
- Nominal power: 50°C (122°F) (see power rating curve), 0.2 W (lin), 0.1 W (no lin)
- Taper lin; log; alog (log. and alog. only Rn ≥ 1K)
- Residual resistance: ≤ 0.5% Rn (5 Ω min)
- Equivalent noise resistance: ≤ 3% Rn (3 Ω min)
- Operating temperature: -25°C to +70°C (-13°F to +158°F)
