Bourns 3292P-1-502 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Bourns 3292P-1-502 is a 5 kOhm, 0.5W through-hole trimmer potentiometer with PC pin termination and side adjustment capability. This sealed Trimpot® 3292 series component is designed for applications requiring precision resistive adjustment in compact form factors. The part is currently active in production. Substitute parts may be required due to inventory availability, manufacturing discontinuation timelines, or specific compliance requirements for end-use applications.

Substiute Parts

3292P-1-502

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 11053292P-1-502 Datasheet

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PV36P502C01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 1115PV36P502C01B00 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The Bourns PV36P502C01B00 qualifies as a direct substitute for the 3292P-1-502 based on the following critical electrical and mechanical parameters:

• Resistance value: 5 kOhms (identical)
• Power rating: 0.5W / 1/2W (identical)
• Tolerance: ±10% (identical)
• Temperature coefficient: ±100ppm/°C (identical)
• Number of turns: 25 (identical)
• Adjustment type: Side Adjustment (identical)
• Resistive material: Cermet (identical)
• Mounting type: Through Hole (identical)
• Termination style: PC Pins (identical)

Both parts belong to Bourns Inc. and share the same functional electrical specifications. The PV36P502C01B00 represents an alternative series (PV36) with comparable dimensional characteristics suitable for equivalent circuit applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the 3292P-1-502 and PV36P502C01B00 are active production parts from Bourns Inc. with identical electrical specifications. Selection between these parts should be based on the following criteria:

• RoHS Compliance: The PV36P502C01B00 is ROHS3 compliant, while the 3292P-1-502 is RoHS non-compliant. Applications subject to RoHS directives require the PV36P502C01B00.
• Physical Footprint: The PV36P502C01B00 has a slightly larger face dimension (0.378" x 0.197" versus 0.375" x 0.150"). PCB layout constraints may favor the 3292P-1-502 in space-restricted designs.
• Inventory Availability: Both parts are in stock. Current availability should be verified against project lead times.
• REACH Compliance: Both parts are REACH Affected; no differentiation applies.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the PV36P502C01B00 be used as a direct replacement for the 3292P-1-502?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical specifications: 5 kOhm resistance, 0.5W power rating, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient, 25-turn side adjustment, cermet resistive material, through-hole mounting, and PC pin termination. The primary difference is RoHS compliance status and a minor dimensional variation in the face size.

Q: What is the significance of the RoHS compliance difference?

A: The PV36P502C01B00 is ROHS3 compliant, while the 3292P-1-502 is not. Applications destined for markets with RoHS directives (EU and equivalent regions) must use the compliant PV36P502C01B00. Non-regulated applications may use either part.

Q: Are there dimensional compatibility concerns?

A: The face dimensions differ slightly: 3292P-1-502 is 0.375" x 0.150" (9.53mm x 3.81mm), while PV36P502C01B00 is 0.378" x 0.197" (9.60mm x 5.00mm). Both are through-hole mounted with PC pins. PCB layout must accommodate the larger footprint of the PV36P502C01B00 if space is constrained.

Q: Do both parts have the same adjustment mechanism?

A: Yes. Both employ side adjustment with 25 turns, providing identical tuning characteristics and mechanical interface.

Q: What certifications apply to both parts?

A: Both parts are REACH Affected and classified under ECCN EAR99 with HTSUS code 8533.40.8050. RoHS status differs as noted above.