PVC6E204A01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6E204A01B00 is a 200 kOhms, 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 identification of suitable substitutes necessary for ongoing design support and production continuity. The primary driver for substitution is the discontinued status of the original component, requiring engineers to identify functionally equivalent alternatives that maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Substiute Parts

PVC6E204A01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 1008PVC6E204A01B00 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

3362S-1-204LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 34273362S-1-204LF Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the PVC6E204A01B00 is based on strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Resistance value: 200 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: 1.0 Turn (exact match required)
• Adjustment type: Side Adjustment (exact match required)
• Mounting type: Through Hole (exact match required)
• Termination style: PC Pins (exact match required)

The 3362S-1-204LF meets all electrical and mechanical substitution criteria. While the resistive material differs (Cermet vs. Ceramic) and the physical footprint is slightly smaller, these variations remain within acceptable substitution parameters for this component category. The substitute part is actively manufactured and maintains full compliance with current regulatory standards.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 3362S-1-204LF is the direct substitute for the obsolete PVC6E204A01B00. Selection is based on:

• All critical electrical parameters match exactly (resistance, power rating, tolerance, temperature coefficient, number of turns)
• Mechanical compatibility is maintained (through-hole mounting, PC pin termination, side adjustment)
• The substitute part is actively manufactured by the same original equipment manufacturer (Bourns Inc.)
• The substitute achieves ROHS3 compliance and REACH compliance, meeting current regulatory requirements
• Physical footprint is slightly reduced (6.99mm x 6.60mm vs. 8.00mm x 6.90mm), which may require PCB layout verification for existing designs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 3362S-1-204LF be used as a direct replacement for the PVC6E204A01B00?

A: Yes. The substitute part matches all critical electrical specifications (200 kOhms, 0.5W, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient, 1.0 turn, side adjustment) and maintains mechanical compatibility (through-hole mounting, PC pin termination). The slightly smaller physical footprint requires PCB layout verification.

Q: What is the difference between Ceramic and Cermet resistive materials in this application?

A: Both materials are suitable for this 200 kOhms, 0.5W trimmer potentiometer application. Cermet (ceramic-metal composite) offers improved stability and reliability in sealed designs. The electrical performance parameters remain identical.

Q: Does the smaller size of the 3362S-1-204LF affect circuit performance?

A: No. The reduced physical dimensions (6.99mm x 6.60mm vs. 8.00mm x 6.90mm) do not affect electrical performance. PCB layout must be verified to ensure the component fits within the allocated space.

Q: Is the 3362S-1-204LF available in the same packaging as the original part?

A: The substitute is supplied in Tube packaging. Original packaging information for the PVC6E204A01B00 was not specified. Confirm packaging requirements with your procurement department.

Q: What are the compliance advantages of the 3362S-1-204LF?

A: The substitute achieves ROHS3 compliance and is REACH Affected, meeting current environmental and regulatory standards. The original PVC6E204A01B00 is RoHS non-compliant and REACH Unaffected, reflecting its obsolete status.