Equivalent & Substitute Parts for 3296Z-1-104LF

Part Overview

The 3296Z-1-104LF is a 100 kOhms, 0.5W through-hole trimmer potentiometer manufactured by Bourns Inc. as part of the Trimpot® 3296 - Sealed series. This component features cermet resistive material, side adjustment capability, and PC pin termination for circuit board integration. The part maintains Active product status and is RoHS3 compliant. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical specifications and mechanical compatibility requirements are met within the allowed parameter tolerances for this trimmer potentiometer category.

Substiute Parts

3296Z-1-104LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 9273296Z-1-104LF Datasheet

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PV36X104C01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 2187PV36X104C01B00 Datasheet

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CT-94EZ104

Nidec Components CorporationIn Stock: 1390CT-94EZ104 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 3296Z-1-104LF are qualified based on the following critical parameters:

• Resistance value: 100 kOhms (exact match required)
• Power rating: 0.5W minimum (1/2W)
• Tolerance: ±10% (matching specification)
• Temperature coefficient: ±100ppm/°C (matching specification)
• Adjustment type: Side Adjustment (required for mechanical compatibility)
• Resistive material: Cermet (required for performance characteristics)
• Mounting type: Through Hole (required for PCB integration)
• Termination style: PC Pins (required for connection compatibility)

Two substitute parts meet these criteria: PV36X104C01B00 (Bourns Inc., PV36 series) and CT-94EZ104 (Nidec Components Corporation, CT94 series). Both maintain the core electrical specifications and mechanical interface requirements necessary for direct substitution in applications designed for the 3296Z-1-104LF.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts maintain Active product status and RoHS3 compliance, qualifying them for use in applications requiring regulatory adherence. The 3296Z-1-104LF and PV36X104C01B00 are functionally equivalent with matching 25-turn specifications and identical electrical parameters. Both are manufactured by Bourns Inc. and supplied in tube packaging.

The CT-94EZ104 provides electrical equivalence with a 18-turn configuration, resulting in different adjustment resolution compared to the 25-turn primary part. This difference affects fine-tuning capability but does not alter the core electrical performance. The CT-94EZ104 is REACH Unaffected, whereas the primary part and PV36X104C01B00 are REACH Affected. Dimensional variations across all three parts are minor and fall within standard PCB layout tolerances for through-hole mounting.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PV36X104C01B00 be used as a direct replacement for 3296Z-1-104LF?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical specifications (100 kOhms, 0.5W, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C), 25-turn adjustment, cermet material, side adjustment, and PC pin termination. Dimensional differences are negligible for standard PCB applications.

Q: What is the primary difference between CT-94EZ104 and the 3296Z-1-104LF?

A: The CT-94EZ104 features 18 turns versus 25 turns on the 3296Z-1-104LF. This reduces adjustment resolution but maintains identical electrical performance. All other specifications match.

Q: Are there compliance differences between these parts?

A: The 3296Z-1-104LF and PV36X104C01B00 are both REACH Affected and ROHS3 Compliant. The CT-94EZ104 is REACH Unaffected but also ROHS3 Compliant. Selection depends on regulatory requirements for your application.

Q: Do packaging differences affect substitution?

A: The 3296Z-1-104LF and PV36X104C01B00 are supplied in tube packaging, while CT-94EZ104 is supplied in bulk packaging. This affects handling and inventory management but does not impact component performance or compatibility.

Q: Are the physical dimensions compatible with existing PCB layouts?

A: All three parts are rectangular through-hole trimmers with dimensions within 0.02 inches of each other. Standard PCB layouts designed for 0.395" x 0.190" spacing accommodate all three parts without modification.