PVC6G200A01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6G200A01B00 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 component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications. The part operates with ±10% tolerance and ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient across a single turn adjustment range.

Substiute Parts

PVC6G200A01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 864PVC6G200A01B00 Datasheet

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3362W-1-200LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 11623362W-1-200LF Datasheet

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FT-63EH200

Nidec Components CorporationIn Stock: 805FT-63EH200 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the PVC6G200A01B00 are qualified based on matching the following critical parameters: 20 Ohm resistance value, 0.5W power rating, ±10% tolerance, 1.0 turn adjustment, side adjustment mechanism, through-hole mounting, and PC pin termination. The resistive material may vary between ceramic and cermet compositions while maintaining electrical performance within specified tolerances. Temperature coefficient variations are acceptable within engineering design margins for this product category.

Two substitute parts meet these criteria:

3362W-1-200LF (Bourns Inc., Trimpot® 3362 - Sealed series): Direct substitute with cermet resistive material, active product status, and RoHS3 compliance.

FT-63EH200 (Nidec Components Corporation, FT-63 series): Functional equivalent with cermet resistive material, active product status, and RoHS3 compliance.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

3362W-1-200LF is the primary substitute for the PVC6G200A01B00. Both components are manufactured by Bourns Inc., ensuring design continuity. The 3362W-1-200LF maintains identical electrical specifications and offers active product status with RoHS3 compliance. The cermet resistive material provides equivalent performance to the ceramic material in the original part. Physical dimensions are slightly smaller, requiring PCB layout verification for through-hole mounting compatibility.

FT-63EH200 serves as a secondary equivalent from Nidec Components Corporation. This part matches all critical electrical parameters with the exception of temperature coefficient (±150ppm/°C versus ±100ppm/°C). The FT-63EH200 is active and RoHS3 compliant. Physical dimensions are slightly larger than the original part, requiring PCB layout verification for mounting clearance.

Both substitutes are suitable for applications where the original PVC6G200A01B00 is no longer available. Selection between the two should be based on PCB layout constraints and temperature stability requirements specific to the application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 3362W-1-200LF directly replace the PVC6G200A01B00 on existing PCBs?

A: The 3362W-1-200LF matches all electrical specifications and termination style. Physical dimensions differ slightly (0.275" x 0.260" versus 0.315" x 0.272"), requiring verification that the smaller footprint accommodates existing through-hole mounting holes and PCB layout.

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

A: Both ceramic and cermet materials meet the specified electrical parameters for this 20 Ohm, 0.5W application. Cermet material, used in both substitute parts, offers improved stability and is standard in current production trimmers.

Q: Does the ±150ppm/°C temperature coefficient of the FT-63EH200 affect compatibility?

A: The FT-63EH200 temperature coefficient of ±150ppm/°C is 50ppm/°C higher than the original specification. This difference is acceptable for most applications but should be evaluated against circuit-level temperature stability requirements.

Q: Are both substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the 3362W-1-200LF and FT-63EH200 are RoHS3 compliant, whereas the original PVC6G200A01B00 is non-compliant. This compliance improvement is beneficial for new designs and regulated applications.

Q: What packaging formats are available for these substitutes?

A: The 3362W-1-200LF is supplied in tube packaging. The FT-63EH200 is supplied in bulk packaging. Packaging selection should align with production volume and handling requirements.