PVC6D502A01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6D502A01B00 is a 5 kOhm, 0.5W through-hole trimmer potentiometer manufactured by Bourns Inc. in the PVC6 series. This component features ceramic resistive material, PC pin termination, and top adjustment with a 1-turn configuration. The part is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications requiring 5 kOhm trimmer potentiometers with 0.5W power rating and ±10% tolerance.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Resistance	5 kOhms
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
Resistive Material	Ceramic

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the PVC6D502A01B00 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Resistance value: 5 kOhms (exact match required)
Power rating: 0.5W / 1/2W (exact match required)
Tolerance: ±10% (exact match required)
Temperature coefficient: ±100ppm/°C (exact match required)
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)

All identified substitute parts meet these electrical and mechanical criteria. Resistive material may vary between ceramic and cermet formulations while maintaining equivalent electrical performance. Physical dimensions may differ within acceptable PCB layout tolerances for through-hole mounting applications.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Resistance	Power (W)	Tolerance	Temp Coeff	Turns	Adjustment	Material	Mounting	Termination	Status	RoHS
PVC6D502A01B00	Bourns Inc.	5 kΩ	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Ceramic	Through Hole	PC Pins	Obsolete	Non-compliant
3362R-1-502LF	Bourns Inc.	5 kΩ	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
25PR5KLF	TT Electronics/BI	5 kΩ	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	Active	RoHS Compliant
72PMR5KLF	TT Electronics/BI	5 kΩ	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
72PR5KLF	TT Electronics/BI	5 kΩ	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
72PR5KLFTB	TT Electronics/BI	5 kΩ	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
82MR5KLF	TT Electronics/BI	5 kΩ	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
82PR5KLF	TT Electronics/BI	5 kΩ	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
CT-6ETV502	Nidec Components Corporation	5 kΩ	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
CT-6EV502	Nidec Components Corporation	5 kΩ	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
FT-63ETP502	Nidec Components Corporation	5 kΩ	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	Active	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts are electrically and mechanically equivalent to the PVC6D502A01B00 across all critical parameters. Selection among available substitutes should be based on the following factors:

Product Status: All substitute parts carry Active status, ensuring ongoing availability and manufacturing support. The original PVC6D502A01B00 is obsolete and should not be specified for new designs.

Regulatory Compliance: The 3362R-1-502LF from Bourns Inc. is ROHS3 compliant and represents the direct Bourns equivalent. All TT Electronics/BI and Nidec Components Corporation substitutes are ROHS3 compliant. For applications requiring RoHS compliance, the 25PR5KLF offers RoHS compliance status. The original part is RoHS non-compliant.

Packaging Availability: Substitutes are available in multiple packaging formats including Tube, Bulk, and Tape & Box configurations. Selection should align with production volume and assembly requirements.

Manufacturer Continuity: Bourns Inc. 3362R-1-502LF provides direct manufacturer continuity. TT Electronics/BI and Nidec Components Corporation alternatives offer established supply chains and equivalent performance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the PVC6D502A01B00 be directly replaced with any of the listed substitutes?

A: Yes. All listed parts meet the required electrical specifications: 5 kOhm resistance, 0.5W power rating, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient, 1-turn configuration, top adjustment, through-hole mounting, and PC pin termination. Physical dimensions vary slightly but are compatible with standard through-hole PCB layouts.

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

A: Both ceramic and cermet materials meet the specified electrical parameters for this application. Cermet formulations, used in all active substitutes, offer improved stability and reliability characteristics. The original PVC6D502A01B00 uses ceramic material.

Q: Are there packaging considerations when selecting a substitute?

A: Yes. The 3362R-1-502LF is supplied in Tube packaging. TT Electronics/BI parts are available in Bulk or Tube formats (72PR5KLFTB). Nidec parts are supplied in Tape & Box or Bulk configurations. Assembly equipment compatibility and production volume requirements should guide packaging selection.

Q: Which substitute offers the best compliance profile for new designs?

A: The 3362R-1-502LF (Bourns Inc.) and all Nidec Components Corporation parts (CT-6ETV502, CT-6EV502, FT-63ETP502) are ROHS3 compliant. The 25PR5KLF is RoHS compliant. All are suitable for applications requiring regulatory compliance.

Q: Can substitutes be mixed in the same production run?

A: All substitutes are electrically and mechanically equivalent and meet identical specifications. However, design documentation and bill of materials should specify a single part number to maintain traceability and supply chain consistency.

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