BOURNS 3296 Series Cermet Trimming Potentiometer 50Ω Multi-Turn
BOURNS 3296 Series 50Ω cermet trimming potentiometer. 25-turn, IP65 sealed, for precise circuit adjustment in electronics.
The BOURNS 3296 Series Trimpot is a precision cermet, through-hole trimming potentiometer designed for reliable circuit adjustment in a vast range of electronic equipment. Its multi-turn design provides superior resolution for fine-tuning applications, making it ideal for calibrating parameters such as linear distance, angle, or rotation in production equipment.
Housed in a robust 3/8-inch square package, this component offers versatile side or top adjustment via a lead screw mechanism. It is sealed to an IP65 rating, offering protection against dust and low-pressure water jets, ensuring reliable operation in various environments. With a rotational life of 200 cycles and a full 25 turns, it provides precise and repeatable adjustments over its lifetime.
Key Specifications and Features
- Element Material: High-quality cermet construction ensures stable performance.
- Track Resistance: Available with a nominal resistance of 50 ohms (±10% tolerance).
- Wide Resistance Range: The series offers values from 10 ohms to 2 megaohms.
- Reliable Performance: Features a power rating of 0.5W (500mW) and a temperature coefficient of ±100ppm/°C.
- Broad Operating Range: Functions reliably from -55°C to +125°C.
- Durable Design: Includes a chevron seal design and is available in five terminal styles for different mounting needs.
This potentiometer is a staple in electronics design and repair, valued for its precision, durability, and versatility in circuit tuning and calibration tasks.
- Circuit adjustment in all types of electronic equipment
- Measuring and calibrating linear distance in production equipment
- Measuring and calibrating angle or rotation in production equipment
- Precision tuning and calibration applications
- Product Range: 3296 Series
- Trimmer Type: Multi Turn
- Element Material: Cermet
- Adjustment Type: Top Adjust
- Potentiometer Mounting: Through Hole
- No. of Turns: 25 Turns
- Track Resistance: 50 ohm
- Resistance Tolerance: ±10%
- Power Rating: 500mW (0.5W)
- Sealing: IP65 Rated
- Temperature Coefficient: ±100ppm/°C
- Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +125°C
- Rotational Life: 200 cycles
- Trimmer Shape / Size: 3/8 Inch Square
- Resistor Case / Package: SIP
- Terminal Styles: 5 styles with chevron seal design
- Dimensions: 43mm (H) x 33mm (W) x 15mm (D)
- Weight: 5 grams
- of Turns: 25Turns
- Operating Temperature Min: -55°C
- Operating Temperature Max: 150°C
- SVHC: Lead (04-Feb-2026)
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