CT-6EV200 Trimmer Potentiometer Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The CT-6EV200 is a 20 Ohm, 0.5W through-hole trimmer potentiometer manufactured by Nidec Components Corporation. This cermet-based component features top adjustment with PC pin termination and is designed for applications requiring precision resistance adjustment in compact form factors. The part maintains Active product status with full RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected designation. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical performance and mechanical compatibility can be maintained within the allowed parameter tolerances for this product category.

Substiute Parts

CT-6EV200

Nidec Components CorporationIn Stock: 2815CT-6EV200 Datasheet

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82PR200LF

TT Electronics / BI TechnologiesIn Stock: 162882PR200LF Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution analysis for the CT-6EV200 is based on the following critical parameters that must align for functional equivalence:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Mounting Type: Through Hole (required for PCB integration compatibility)
• Termination Style: PC Pins (required for connection interface compatibility)
• Adjustment Type: Top Adjustment (required for mechanical interface compatibility)
• Power Rating: Minimum 0.5W (required for thermal performance)
• Number of Turns: 1 Turn (required for adjustment range consistency)
• Resistive Material: Cermet (required for performance characteristics)

Allowable Variance Parameters:

• Resistance Value: Substitutes must match the 20 Ohm specification exactly
• Tolerance: ±10% acceptable range
• Temperature Coefficient: Variation permitted within operational limits
• Physical Size: Minor dimensional differences acceptable if mounting compatibility maintained
• Compliance Status: RoHS3 and REACH requirements must be maintained

The identified substitute part 82PR200LF does not meet the mandatory resistance matching criterion (200 Ohms vs. 20 Ohms required). This part represents a different resistance value and therefore cannot function as a direct electrical substitute for the CT-6EV200 in applications requiring 20 Ohm resistance.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Based on provided specifications and compliance documentation:

The CT-6EV200 maintains Active product status with full RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected designation. When selecting components for this application, resistance value must be the primary selection criterion. The listed part 82PR200LF carries a 200 Ohm resistance specification, which represents a tenfold difference from the required 20 Ohm value and cannot serve as an electrical substitute.

For applications requiring the CT-6EV200 specification, direct replacement with the same part number is recommended when available. Alternative 20 Ohm trimmer potentiometers with matching mechanical and electrical parameters (through-hole mounting, PC pin termination, top adjustment, 0.5W power rating, cermet material, 1 turn) from qualified manufacturers may be evaluated based on compliance status and inventory availability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 82PR200LF substitute for the CT-6EV200?

A: No. The 82PR200LF has a 200 Ohm resistance specification while the CT-6EV200 requires 20 Ohms. This tenfold difference makes electrical substitution impossible for applications designed around the 20 Ohm value.

Q: What parameters must match for a valid substitute?

A: Resistance value (20 Ohms), mounting type (through hole), termination style (PC pins), adjustment type (top adjustment), power rating (minimum 0.5W), number of turns (1 turn), and resistive material (cermet) must all match the CT-6EV200 specification.

Q: Are there dimensional compatibility concerns?

A: The CT-6EV200 features a square form factor (7.00mm x 7.00mm) while the 82PR200LF uses a round form factor (6.35mm diameter). Dimensional differences may affect PCB layout and mechanical fit, requiring design verification.

Q: Does the CT-6EV200 meet current environmental standards?

A: Yes. The CT-6EV200 is RoHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements.

Q: What is the temperature coefficient significance?

A: The CT-6EV200 has a temperature coefficient of ±250ppm/°C. This specification indicates resistance variation across operating temperature ranges and should be considered for applications with strict tolerance requirements across temperature extremes.