Bourns 3296W-1-102R Trimmer Potentiometer: Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Bourns 3296W-1-102R is a 1 kOhm, 0.5W through-hole trimmer potentiometer with PC pin termination and top adjustment. This sealed Trimpot® 3296 series component is designed for applications requiring precision resistive adjustment in compact form factors. The part is currently active in production with 1017 units in stock. Substitute parts are identified to address packaging preferences, compliance requirements, or inventory availability while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Substiute Parts

3296W-1-102R

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 10763296W-1-102R Datasheet

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PV36W102C01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 2303PV36W102C01B00 Datasheet

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PV36Y102C01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 2553PV36Y102C01B00 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 3296W-1-102R are qualified based on the following electrical and mechanical parameters:

• Resistance value: 1 kOhms (exact match required)
• Power rating: 0.5W (exact match required)
• Tolerance: ±10% (exact match required)
• Temperature coefficient: ±100ppm/°C (exact match required)
• Number of turns: 25 (exact match required)
• Adjustment type: Top Adjustment (exact match required)
• Resistive material: Cermet (exact match required)
• Mounting type: Through Hole (exact match required)
• Termination style: PC Pins (exact match required)
• Manufacturer: Bourns Inc. (same manufacturer)

The identified substitutes (PV36W102C01B00 and PV36Y102C01B00) meet all electrical specifications and mechanical requirements. Differences exist only in packaging format (Tube vs. Tape & Reel) and physical dimensions (minor variations within tolerance), which do not affect functional compatibility in circuit applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts are manufactured by Bourns Inc. and carry Active product status. Selection between these parts should be based on the following factors:

3296W-1-102R (Trimpot® 3296 - Sealed): Use when Tape & Reel packaging is required for automated assembly processes. Note that this part is RoHS non-compliant.

PV36W102C01B00 and PV36Y102C01B00 (PV36 Series): Both parts are ROHS3 compliant and available in Tube packaging. These are suitable for applications requiring RoHS compliance. The PV36 series offers higher inventory availability (2200 and 2449 units respectively) compared to the 3296W variant.

All parts share identical electrical specifications and are functionally interchangeable in circuit design. Physical dimension variations (9.53mm x 4.83mm for 3296W versus 9.60mm x 5.00mm for PV36 variants) are minor and do not affect standard PCB footprint compatibility for through-hole applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PV36W102C01B00 or PV36Y102C01B00 be used as direct replacements for 3296W-1-102R?

A: Yes. All three parts share identical electrical specifications (1 kOhm, 0.5W, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient, 25-turn cermet construction, top adjustment, PC pin termination). Physical dimensions differ slightly but remain compatible with standard through-hole PCB designs.

Q: What is the difference between PV36W102C01B00 and PV36Y102C01B00?

A: Both parts are electrically and mechanically identical. The difference lies in the base product number designation (PV36W versus PV36Y), which may reflect internal Bourns manufacturing or series classification. Both are ROHS3 compliant and available in Tube packaging.

Q: Does packaging format affect electrical performance?

A: No. Tape & Reel (3296W-1-102R) and Tube (PV36W102C01B00, PV36Y102C01B00) packaging formats do not affect component electrical characteristics. Packaging selection is driven by assembly process requirements and inventory handling preferences.

Q: Are there RoHS compliance implications when substituting parts?

A: Yes. The 3296W-1-102R is RoHS non-compliant, while both PV36 variants (PV36W102C01B00 and PV36Y102C01B00) are ROHS3 compliant. Applications subject to RoHS regulations should use PV36 series parts.

Q: What are the physical dimension differences?

A: 3296W-1-102R face dimensions are 0.375" x 0.190" (9.53mm x 4.83mm). PV36W102C01B00 and PV36Y102C01B00 face dimensions are 0.378" x 0.197" (9.60mm x 5.00mm). These variations are within standard tolerance ranges for through-hole component placement.