PVC6A100A01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6A100A01B00 is a 10 Ohm, 0.5W through-hole trimmer potentiometer manufactured by Bourns Inc. in the PVC6 series. This part features ceramic resistive material, PC pin termination, and top adjustment with a single turn. The product is currently obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing applications and new designs requiring this electrical specification.

Substiute Parts

PVC6A100A01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 921PVC6A100A01B00 Datasheet

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3362P-1-100LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 87373362P-1-100LF Datasheet

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3329H-1-100LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 38033329H-1-100LF Datasheet

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FT-63ETP100

Nidec Components CorporationIn Stock: 925FT-63ETP100 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the PVC6A100A01B00 is determined by strict electrical and mechanical compatibility across the following parameters:

• Resistance value: 10 Ohms (exact match required)
• Power rating: 0.5W / 1/2W (exact match required)
• Tolerance: ±10% (exact match required)
• Temperature coefficient: ±100ppm/°C or tighter (equal or better performance)
• Number of turns: 1 (exact match required)
• Adjustment type: Top Adjustment (exact match required)
• Mounting type: Through Hole (exact match required)
• Termination style: PC Pins (exact match required)

Three active substitute parts meet these criteria. The primary distinction among substitutes is the resistive material composition (ceramic versus cermet) and physical form factor, which do not affect electrical interchangeability for this application. All substitutes maintain the same electrical performance envelope while offering improved product availability and compliance status.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three substitute parts are electrically equivalent to the PVC6A100A01B00 and maintain the required 10 Ohm, 0.5W specification with matching tolerance and adjustment characteristics.

3362P-1-100LF (Bourns Inc., Trimpot® 3362 - Sealed): This part is the primary direct substitute. It maintains identical electrical parameters and is ROHS3 compliant with active product status. The rectangular form factor (0.275" x 0.260") differs slightly from the original square geometry but remains compatible with standard through-hole PCB layouts. This part offers the highest inventory availability at 8700 units.

3329H-1-100LF (Bourns Inc., Trimpot® 3329 - Sealed): This alternative substitute provides the same electrical performance with ROHS3 compliance and active status. The round form factor (0.250" diameter) represents a different mechanical profile that may require PCB layout adjustment. This part is suitable where space constraints favor a circular footprint. Inventory availability is 3700 units.

FT-63ETP100 (Nidec Components Corporation, FT-63): This substitute from an alternative manufacturer meets all electrical requirements with a square form factor (0.276" x 0.276") closely matching the original dimensions. The temperature coefficient specification is ±150ppm/°C, which is slightly broader than the original ±100ppm/°C but remains within acceptable performance margins. This part maintains REACH Unaffected status and has 898 units in stock.

Selection should prioritize PCB layout compatibility based on form factor requirements and compliance certifications applicable to the end application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 3362P-1-100LF directly replace the PVC6A100A01B00 without PCB modification?

A: The 3362P-1-100LF is electrically equivalent and uses identical PC pin termination and through-hole mounting. The rectangular form factor (0.275" x 0.260") differs from the original square (0.272" x 0.272"), but the dimensional difference is minimal. PCB hole spacing compatibility should be verified before assembly.

Q: What is the difference between ceramic and cermet resistive materials in these trimmers?

A: Both ceramic and cermet materials are used in trimmer potentiometers and provide stable resistance characteristics. The substitute parts use cermet material, which is a standard alternative in modern sealed trimmer designs. All parts maintain the specified ±10% tolerance and ±100ppm/°C (or ±150ppm/°C for FT-63ETP100) temperature coefficient.

Q: Does the 3329H-1-100LF round form factor affect circuit performance?

A: The round form factor does not affect electrical performance. The 0.250" diameter footprint is mechanically different from the original square design and requires PCB layout adjustment to accommodate the circular hole pattern.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: The 3362P-1-100LF and 3329H-1-100LF are ROHS3 compliant. The FT-63ETP100 is ROHS3 compliant. The original PVC6A100A01B00 is RoHS non-compliant. For applications requiring RoHS compliance, all three substitutes are suitable.

Q: What is the difference in temperature coefficient between the FT-63ETP100 and other substitutes?

A: The FT-63ETP100 has a temperature coefficient of ±150ppm/°C compared to ±100ppm/°C for the other parts. This represents a broader tolerance band but remains within acceptable performance for standard trimmer potentiometer applications. Applications requiring tighter temperature stability should prioritize the 3362P-1-100LF or 3329H-1-100LF.

Q: Which substitute offers the best inventory availability?

A: The 3362P-1-100LF offers the highest inventory with 8700 units in stock, followed by the 3329H-1-100LF with 3700 units and the FT-63ETP100 with 898 units.

Q: Can I use the FT-63ETP100 in applications where REACH compliance is critical?

A: The FT-63ETP100 has REACH Unaffected status, making it suitable for applications with REACH compliance requirements. The 3362P-1-100LF and 3329H-1-100LF are REACH Affected, which may require additional documentation for certain regulated applications.