PVC6A205A01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6A205A01B00 is a 2 MOhm, 0.5W through-hole trimmer potentiometer manufactured by Bourns Inc. with ceramic resistive material, top adjustment, and PC pin termination. This part is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications. Active alternatives with compatible electrical and mechanical specifications are available from both Bourns Inc. and Nidec Components Corporation.

Substiute Parts

PVC6A205A01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 1134PVC6A205A01B00 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

3362P-1-205LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 362073362P-1-205LF Datasheet

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CT-6EP205

Nidec Components CorporationIn Stock: 4646CT-6EP205 Datasheet

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FT-63ETP205

Nidec Components CorporationIn Stock: 863FT-63ETP205 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility is determined by matching the following critical parameters:

• Resistance value: 2 MOhms
• Power rating: 0.5W (1/2W)
• Tolerance: ±10%
• Temperature coefficient: ±100ppm/°C
• Number of turns: 1
• Adjustment type: Top Adjustment
• Mounting type: Through Hole
• Termination style: PC Pins

All listed substitute parts meet these electrical specifications. Mechanical compatibility is confirmed through face dimension alignment within manufacturing tolerances. Resistive material differs between ceramic (main part) and cermet (substitutes), but both materials satisfy the specified electrical performance parameters.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

3362P-1-205LF (Bourns Inc.) is the primary direct substitute. It maintains Bourns Inc. manufacturing continuity, offers active product status with ROHS3 compliance, and provides the highest inventory availability (36,102 units). This part is suitable for applications requiring regulatory compliance and long-term supply assurance.

CT-6EP205 (Nidec Components Corporation) and FT-63ETP205 (Nidec Components Corporation) are functionally equivalent alternatives from a secondary manufacturer. Both are ROHS3 compliant with active product status. CT-6EP205 is available in bulk packaging, while FT-63ETP205 is supplied in tape and box format. Face dimensions are identical at 7.00mm x 7.00mm, providing consistent mechanical fit.

Selection between these substitutes depends on supply chain requirements, packaging preferences, and regulatory compliance mandates. All three substitutes satisfy the electrical performance specifications of the obsolete PVC6A205A01B00.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 3362P-1-205LF directly replace the PVC6A205A01B00 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The 3362P-1-205LF matches all critical electrical parameters (2 MOhms, 0.5W, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient, 1 turn, top adjustment, through-hole mounting, PC pins). Face dimensions are within manufacturing tolerance (6.99mm x 6.60mm versus 6.90mm x 6.90mm). The primary difference is resistive material (cermet versus ceramic) and improved regulatory compliance (ROHS3).

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

A: Both materials are specified in the provided data. The main part uses ceramic; the substitutes use cermet. Both satisfy the specified electrical performance parameters (resistance, tolerance, temperature coefficient, power rating).

Q: Are there packaging differences between the substitute parts?

A: Yes. The 3362P-1-205LF is supplied in tube packaging. The CT-6EP205 is supplied in bulk. The FT-63ETP205 is supplied in tape and box format. Electrical and mechanical specifications are identical across all three substitutes.

Q: Which substitute offers the best long-term availability?

A: The 3362P-1-205LF has the highest current inventory (36,102 units) and active product status from Bourns Inc., the original manufacturer of the PVC6A205A01B00 series.

Q: Do all substitutes meet RoHS compliance requirements?

A: The 3362P-1-205LF, CT-6EP205, and FT-63ETP205 are all ROHS3 compliant. The original PVC6A205A01B00 is RoHS non-compliant.