PVC6E200A01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6E200A01B00 is a 20 Ohm, 0.5W through-hole trimmer potentiometer manufactured by Bourns Inc. with ceramic resistive material, side adjustment, and PC pin termination. This part is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications. The part operates with ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient, and single-turn adjustment capability.

Substiute Parts

PVC6E200A01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 943PVC6E200A01B00 Datasheet

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3362S-1-200LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 12053362S-1-200LF Datasheet

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3386Y-1-200

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 11463386Y-1-200 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the PVC6E200A01B00 is determined by matching the following critical parameters: 20 Ohm resistance value, 0.5W power rating, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient, single-turn adjustment, through-hole mounting, and PC pin termination.

The substitute parts are grouped as follows:

Direct Substitute (Preferred): 3362S-1-200LF maintains identical electrical specifications and adjustment type (side adjustment), with the primary difference being cermet resistive material instead of ceramic, and improved RoHS3 compliance status.

Similar Substitute (Functional Alternative): 3386Y-1-200 matches all electrical parameters but differs in adjustment type (top adjustment instead of side adjustment) and physical dimensions (square 0.375" x 0.375" versus rectangular 0.315" x 0.272").

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

3362S-1-200LF is the primary substitute for the PVC6E200A01B00. This part maintains identical electrical performance and side adjustment functionality while offering active product status and RoHS3 compliance. The cermet resistive material provides equivalent performance to the ceramic material in the original part. Physical dimensions are slightly smaller, requiring verification of PCB layout compatibility.

3386Y-1-200 serves as a functional alternative when side adjustment is not a design requirement. This part provides identical electrical specifications and active product status but features top adjustment and larger square dimensions (0.375" x 0.375"). Selection of this part requires confirmation that top adjustment orientation is acceptable for the application and that PCB space accommodates the larger footprint.

Both substitute parts are manufactured by Bourns Inc. and maintain the same electrical performance envelope as the obsolete PVC6E200A01B00.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 3362S-1-200LF directly replace PVC6E200A01B00 without circuit modification?

A: Yes, 3362S-1-200LF is electrically equivalent with matching resistance, power rating, tolerance, and temperature coefficient. The side adjustment orientation is identical. Physical dimensions are slightly smaller (6.99mm x 6.60mm versus 8.00mm x 6.90mm), requiring confirmation that PCB layout accommodates the reduced footprint.

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

A: Both materials are specified in the provided data. Ceramic is used in PVC6E200A01B00, while cermet is used in both substitute parts. The electrical specifications (resistance, tolerance, temperature coefficient) are identical across all three parts.

Q: When should 3386Y-1-200 be selected over 3362S-1-200LF?

A: 3386Y-1-200 should be selected only when top adjustment is required by the application design. This part has a larger square footprint (9.53mm x 9.53mm) compared to the rectangular dimensions of both the original part and 3362S-1-200LF.

Q: Are there packaging differences between the substitute parts?

A: Both substitute parts are supplied in tube packaging. The original PVC6E200A01B00 packaging specification was not provided in the reference data.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to each part?

A: 3362S-1-200LF is RoHS3 compliant. Both PVC6E200A01B00 and 3386Y-1-200 are RoHS non-compliant. All three parts are classified as EAR99 for export control purposes.