500K Ohm rotary on off switch potentiometers are usually made of robust materials to ensure durability and longevity and can withstand repeated rotation. The affordable price makes rotary type potentiometers a popular choice for consumer electronics, audio systems, industrial control panels and other applications.

Specification

• Model: RDDLZ-RP-500K
• Resistance Value: 500K ohm
• Switching Power: 1A
• Temperature Range: -10°C~100°C
• Service Life: ≥ 10,000 cycles, ≥ 20,000 cycles
• Application: Multimedia, speakers, amplifiers, light regulation, etc.

Features

• A rotary potentiometer provides variable resistance along its rotational axis.
• Rotary potentiometers are available in different configurations and sizes, offering a wide range of resistance values and power ratings.
• 500K Ohm rotary potentiometer can be found in various applications, including audio equipment, robotics, industrial control systems, and consumer electronics.
• The potentiometer is designed to be rotated manually, allowing for precise control over the resistance. The resistance value changes proportionally to the angle of rotation.

Dimension (unit: mm)

Applications

Rotary potentiometers are commonly used in a wide range of applications, including audio systems (such as volume control), instrumentation, robotics, and electronic circuits where manual control or adjustment is required. They provide a simple and cost-effective means of adjusting voltage, current, or signal levels in a circuit.

Tips: What is the difference between a rotary potentiometer and a potentiometer?

A potentiometer, also known as a variable resistor or pot, is an electrical component used to control the flow of electric current. It has three terminals: a fixed terminal, a movable terminal (or wiper), and a common terminal. By adjusting the position of the wiper, the resistance between the fixed terminal and the wiper can be changed, thereby altering the amount of current flowing through the potentiometer.

A rotary potentiometer is a specific type of potentiometer that is designed to be rotated. It consists of a circular or semicircular resistive element with a movable wiper that rotates along the resistive track. The wiper's position determines the resistance between the fixed terminal and the wiper, similar to a regular potentiometer. By turning the knob or shaft connected to the wiper, the resistance can be varied.

In summary, the main difference between a rotary potentiometer and a potentiometer lies in their physical configuration. A potentiometer is a general term referring to any variable resistor with three terminals, while a rotary potentiometer specifically describes a potentiometer designed to be rotated, typically using a knob or shaft.