PVC6E204C01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6E204C01B00 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 equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications. Active alternatives from the Trimpot® 3362 series provide functional equivalence with improved availability and compliance status.

Substiute Parts

PVC6E204C01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 854PVC6E204C01B00 Datasheet

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3362S-1-204LF

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

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3362W-1-204LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 14123362W-1-204LF Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the PVC6E204C01B00 is determined by matching the following critical parameters: 200 kOhms resistance, 0.5W power rating, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient, 1.0 turn adjustment, side adjustment type, through-hole mounting, and PC pin termination. Both substitute parts—3362S-1-204LF and 3362W-1-204LF—satisfy all electrical and mechanical requirements. The primary difference between the main part and substitutes is the resistive material composition (ceramic versus cermet) and physical dimensions, which remain within compatible ranges for standard PCB layouts. Both substitutes are active products with current manufacturing status and improved supply availability.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 3362S-1-204LF and 3362W-1-204LF are direct functional equivalents to the obsolete PVC6E204C01B00. Both substitute parts maintain identical electrical specifications and are manufactured by the same supplier. Selection between the two substitutes should be based on packaging requirements: 3362S-1-204LF is supplied in tube packaging, while 3362W-1-204LF is also supplied in tube packaging. Both parts carry active product status with established supply chains, making either suitable for new designs and production continuity. The slightly smaller physical dimensions of the 3362 series (6.99mm x 6.60mm versus 8.00mm x 6.90mm) require PCB layout verification to confirm footprint compatibility, though standard through-hole spacing accommodates both form factors. Both substitutes are ROHS3 compliant and maintain the same electrical performance characteristics as the original part.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 3362S-1-204LF and 3362W-1-204LF be used interchangeably with PVC6E204C01B00?

A: Yes. Both parts meet all electrical and mechanical specifications: 200 kOhms resistance, 0.5W power rating, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient, 1.0 turn side adjustment, through-hole mounting, and PC pin termination. PCB layout verification is required due to minor dimensional differences.

Q: What is the difference between ceramic and cermet resistive materials in this application?

A: Both materials meet the specified electrical parameters for this 200 kOhms trimmer potentiometer. Cermet (ceramic-metal composite) used in the 3362 series provides improved stability and reliability characteristics compared to ceramic material in the obsolete PVC6E series.

Q: Are there packaging differences between the substitute parts?

A: Both 3362S-1-204LF and 3362W-1-204LF are supplied in tube packaging. No packaging differentiation exists between these two substitutes.

Q: Do the physical dimension differences affect PCB compatibility?

A: The 3362 series parts are slightly smaller (6.99mm x 6.60mm) compared to the PVC6E (8.00mm x 6.90mm). Standard through-hole PCB layouts accommodate both dimensions. Verify specific footprint requirements for your application.

Q: Are both substitute parts currently available?

A: Yes. Both 3362S-1-204LF (3400 pcs) and 3362W-1-204LF (1330 pcs) are active products with current inventory. The original PVC6E204C01B00 is obsolete with limited remaining stock (778 pcs).

Q: Do the substitutes maintain RoHS3 compliance?

A: Yes. Both 3362S-1-204LF and 3362W-1-204LF are ROHS3 compliant, matching the compliance status of the original part.