PVC6D502C01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6D502C01B00 is a 5 kOhms 0.5W through-hole trimmer potentiometer manufactured by Bourns Inc. with ceramic resistive material, 1-turn top adjustment, and PC pin termination. This part is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications. Substitute parts must maintain identical electrical specifications (5 kOhms resistance, 0.5W power rating, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient) and mechanical compatibility (through-hole mounting, PC pins, top adjustment, 1-turn configuration).

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
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility is determined by strict matching of the following parameters: resistance value (5 kOhms), power rating (0.5W), tolerance (±10%), temperature coefficient (±100ppm/°C), number of turns (1), adjustment type (top adjustment), mounting type (through hole), and termination style (PC pins). All substitute parts listed meet these core electrical and mechanical requirements. Resistive material may vary between ceramic and cermet formulations while maintaining equivalent performance characteristics. Physical dimensions may differ within acceptable PCB layout tolerances. Product status (active vs. obsolete) and packaging format (tube, bulk, tape & box) are secondary considerations that do not affect electrical or mechanical substitutability.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Resistance	Power (W)	Tolerance	Temp Coeff	Turns	Adjustment	Material	Mounting	Termination	Size (mm)	Status
PVC6D502C01B00	Bourns Inc.	5 kOhms	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Ceramic	Through Hole	PC Pins	6.90 x 6.90	Obsolete
3362R-1-502LF	Bourns Inc.	5 kOhms	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	6.99 x 6.60	Active
3329H-1-502LF	Bourns Inc.	5 kOhms	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	6.35 (Dia)	Active
25PR5KLF	TT Electronics/BI	5 kOhms	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	6.86 x 6.86	Active
72PMR5KLF	TT Electronics/BI	5 kOhms	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	9.53 x 9.53	Active
72PR5KLF	TT Electronics/BI	5 kOhms	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	9.53 x 9.53	Active
72PR5KLFTB	TT Electronics/BI	5 kOhms	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	9.53 x 9.53	Active
CT-6ETV502	Nidec Components Corporation	5 kOhms	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	7.00 x 7.00	Active
CT-6EV502	Nidec Components Corporation	5 kOhms	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	7.00 x 7.00	Active
FT-63ETP502	Nidec Components Corporation	5 kOhms	0.5	±10%	±100ppm/°C	1	Top	Cermet	Through Hole	PC Pins	7.00 x 7.00	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant and maintain electrical equivalence to the PVC6D502C01B00. Selection should prioritize active-status parts from established manufacturers: Bourns Inc. (3362R-1-502LF, 3329H-1-502LF), TT Electronics/BI (25PR5KLF, 72PR5KLF, 72PR5KLFTB, 72PMR5KLF), and Nidec Components Corporation (CT-6ETV502, CT-6EV502, FT-63ETP502). The 3362R-1-502LF offers direct Bourns lineage with sealed construction. The 3329H-1-502LF provides compact round geometry (6.35mm diameter). TT Electronics parts offer larger footprints (9.53mm) suitable for applications requiring increased mechanical stability. Nidec parts (CT and FT series) provide intermediate sizing (7.00mm) with active product status and full compliance certifications. Physical dimensions must be verified against PCB layout constraints before final selection.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the PVC6D502C01B00 be directly replaced with any of these substitutes? A: Yes, all listed parts are electrically and mechanically equivalent. They share identical resistance (5 kOhms), power rating (0.5W), tolerance (±10%), temperature coefficient (±100ppm/°C), adjustment type (top), mounting method (through hole), and termination style (PC pins). Physical dimensions vary and must be confirmed against PCB layout requirements.

Q: What is the difference between ceramic and cermet resistive materials in these parts? A: Both materials meet the specified electrical parameters. Cermet formulations (used in most active substitutes) typically offer improved stability and reliability in production environments. The original PVC6D502C01B00 uses ceramic material; substitutes using cermet maintain equivalent performance characteristics.

Q: Are there packaging differences between substitute options? A: Yes. Bourns parts are supplied in tubes. TT Electronics parts are available in bulk or tube formats. Nidec parts are supplied in tape & box (TB) or bulk formats. Packaging does not affect electrical or mechanical performance; selection depends on procurement and assembly requirements.

Q: Which substitute offers the closest physical footprint match? A: The 25PR5KLF (6.86mm x 6.86mm) and CT-6ETV502/CT-6EV502 (7.00mm x 7.00mm) provide the closest dimensional match to the original PVC6D502C01B00 (6.90mm x 6.90mm). The 3329H-1-502LF offers a smaller round footprint (6.35mm diameter) for space-constrained applications.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS compliant? A: Yes, all listed substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant, matching the compliance status of the original part.

Q: What is the inventory availability for these substitutes? A: Inventory levels vary by part number and supplier. The 3329H-1-502LF shows the highest availability (4300 pcs), followed by 25PR5KLF (9327 pcs) and 72PMR5KLF (4800 pcs). Availability should be confirmed with your component supplier for current stock status.

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