Bourns 3266 Trimpot Trimmer 5kohm 12-Turn Cermet

The Bourns Trimpot 3266 series is a range of cermet, through hole trimming potentiometers, designed to provide precise and reliable circuit adjustments in a wide variety of electronic equipment. These multi-turn potentiometers are ideal for applications requiring fine tuning and repeatable settings. Typical uses include measuring linear distance, angle or rotation in production equipment. With a 12-turn adjustment mechanism and a 5kohm resistance value, this trimmer offers excellent resolution for fine calibration tasks. The component features a 1/4 inch square profile and is available with either side or top adjustment via a lead screw, allowing flexible integration into your PCB layout. The device is sealed to an IP65 rating, offering protection against dust and water ingress, and includes standoffs that permit thorough cleaning of the PC board after soldering. The trimmer has a power rating of 0.25W, a resistance tolerance of ±10%, and a temperature coefficient of ±100ppm/°C. It operates across a wide temperature range from -55°C to +150°C, ensuring stable performance in demanding environments. The cermet element material provides durability and long life, with a rotational life of 200 cycles. This through hole component is easy to install and solder, making it a dependable choice for both prototyping and production runs. Whether you are fine-tuning signal levels, calibrating sensors, or adjusting power supplies, the Bourns 3266 trimmer delivers consistent, accurate performance in a compact package.