Equivalent & Substitute Parts for 3296W-IND-204LF

Part Overview

The Bourns 3296W-IND-204LF is a 200 kOhms trimmer potentiometer featuring cermet resistive material and 25-turn adjustment capability. This component is classified as obsolete and is no longer in active production. The 3296W-IND-204LF was part of the Trimpot® 32XXX-IND series and represents an earlier generation of the Bourns trimmer potentiometer product line.

Due to its obsolete status, sourcing new inventory of the 3296W-IND-204LF presents supply chain challenges. Identifying functionally equivalent active-production alternatives ensures design continuity and long-term component availability for maintenance, repair, and new production applications requiring 200 kOhms trimmer potentiometer functionality.

Substiute Parts

3296W-IND-204LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 8423296W-IND-204LF Datasheet

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3296W-1-204LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 659293296W-1-204LF Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 3296W-IND-204LF is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Matching Criteria:

• Resistance value: 200 kOhms (exact match required)
• Resistive material: Cermet (maintains electrical performance characteristics)
• RoHS compliance: ROHS3 Compliant (regulatory requirement maintained)

Secondary Compatibility Factors:

• Trimmer potentiometer category (functional classification)
• Bourns manufacturer origin (design lineage and quality standards)
• Moisture sensitivity classification: Not Applicable (environmental rating consistency)

The 3296W-1-204LF qualifies as a direct substitute based on matching all primary criteria. This part represents the active-production evolution within the Bourns trimmer potentiometer portfolio, specifically the sealed Trimpot® 3296 series, and maintains full electrical and mechanical compatibility with the obsolete 3296W-IND-204LF for 200 kOhms applications.

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Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitute: 3296W-1-204LF

The 3296W-1-204LF is the recommended active-production substitute for the obsolete 3296W-IND-204LF. This selection is based on:

1. Electrical Equivalence: Both components provide 200 kOhms resistance with cermet resistive material, ensuring identical electrical performance in circuit applications.

2. Regulatory Compliance: Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and Not Applicable moisture sensitivity classification, satisfying environmental and regulatory requirements without modification.

3. Product Status: The 3296W-1-204LF is in active production with substantial inventory availability (65,900 pieces), eliminating supply chain risk associated with the obsolete 3296W-IND-204LF.

4. Series Continuity: The 3296W-1-204LF represents the sealed variant within the Trimpot® 3296 series, which is the direct successor to the 32XXX-IND series, maintaining design lineage and manufacturing quality standards.

5. Export Classification: The 3296W-1-204LF carries EAR99 classification, enabling standard commercial distribution channels.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 3296W-1-204LF be used as a direct replacement for the 3296W-IND-204LF?

A: Yes. Both components share identical resistance value (200 kOhms) and resistive material (cermet). The 3296W-1-204LF is the active-production equivalent and provides full functional substitution for the obsolete 3296W-IND-204LF.

Q: What are the key differences between these two parts?

A: The 3296W-IND-204LF is obsolete with limited technical specifications documented. The 3296W-1-204LF is the active successor, providing complete specifications including 0.5W power rating, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient, 25-turn adjustment, top adjustment type, through-hole mounting, PC pin termination, and rectangular form factor (0.375" x 0.190" face).

Q: Are there packaging differences between the two parts?

A: The 3296W-IND-204LF packaging is not specified. The 3296W-1-204LF is supplied in tube packaging, which is standard for active-production trimmer potentiometers and facilitates automated assembly processes.

Q: Do both parts meet the same regulatory standards?

A: Yes. Both the 3296W-IND-204LF and 3296W-1-204LF are ROHS3 compliant and have Not Applicable moisture sensitivity levels, meeting identical environmental and regulatory requirements.

Q: Why is the 3296W-IND-204LF classified as obsolete?

A: The 3296W-IND-204LF belongs to the earlier Trimpot® 32XXX-IND series. Bourns has transitioned production to the sealed Trimpot® 3296 series, of which the 3296W-1-204LF is the current active variant. This represents normal product lifecycle management within the trimmer potentiometer portfolio.

Q: What is the inventory status of the substitute part?

A: The 3296W-1-204LF has 65,900 pieces in stock as new original inventory, ensuring reliable long-term availability for production and maintenance applications.