Bourns 3296 Trimmer Potentiometer 50Ω, 25 Turn, 3/8in Square, Through Hole

The Bourns 3296 Trimmer is a high-quality cermet, multi-turn trimming potentiometer, designed for precise and repeatable circuit adjustments in a wide range of electronic equipment. With a 25-turn adjustment range and a rotational life of 200 cycles, this trimmer provides fine control and long-term reliability for calibration and tuning applications.

This through-hole potentiometer features a 3/8-inch square body and a side adjustment lead screw, offering a compact and accessible solution for PCB mounting. The component is sealed to IP65, protecting against dust and water ingress to ensure stable performance in demanding environments.

The trimmer offers a resistance value of 50 ohms with a ±10% tolerance and a temperature coefficient of ±100ppm/°C. It operates reliably across a wide temperature range from -55°C to +125°C, making it suitable for both industrial and commercial applications. With a power rating of 0.5W, it is capable of handling moderate power dissipation.

The Bourns 3296 series is recognised for its robustness and precision, featuring a chevron seal design and available in five terminal styles to accommodate various board layouts. Typical applications include measuring linear distance, angle, or rotation in production equipment, as well as general circuit trimming and calibration tasks.