PVC6G252C01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6G252C01B00 is a 2.5 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 substitute components necessary for new designs and ongoing production requirements. The PVC6 series has been superseded by the Trimpot® 3362 sealed series, which maintains electrical compatibility while offering improved availability and active product status.

Substiute Parts

PVC6G252C01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 699PVC6G252C01B00 Datasheet

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3362W-1-252LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 8863362W-1-252LF Datasheet

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3362W-1-252

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 10973362W-1-252 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the PVC6G252C01B00 is determined by matching the following critical parameters: resistance value (2.5 kOhms), power rating (0.5W), tolerance (±10%), temperature coefficient (±100ppm/°C), number of turns (1.0), adjustment type (side adjustment), mounting type (through hole), and termination style (PC pins).

The Trimpot® 3362 series parts (3362W-1-252LF and 3362W-1-252) satisfy all electrical and mechanical substitution criteria. Both parts maintain identical resistance, power rating, tolerance, temperature coefficient, turn count, adjustment mechanism, mounting configuration, and pin termination. The primary difference is resistive material composition: the PVC6G252C01B00 uses ceramic, while the 3362W variants use cermet. This material difference does not affect functional compatibility within the specified electrical parameters.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For new designs and production applications, the 3362W-1-252LF is the primary substitute for the obsolete PVC6G252C01B00. This part maintains full electrical and mechanical compatibility while offering active product status and ROHS3 compliance. The 3362W-1-252LF is packaged in tube format and provides superior long-term availability compared to the obsolete original part.

The 3362W-1-252 is functionally equivalent but carries RoHS non-compliance status, making it unsuitable for applications requiring regulatory compliance with RoHS directives. Selection of this variant should be limited to legacy systems or applications without RoHS requirements.

Both substitute parts are manufactured by Bourns Inc., ensuring consistent quality and performance standards aligned with the original component specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 3362W-1-252LF directly replace the PVC6G252C01B00 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The 3362W-1-252LF maintains identical electrical specifications (2.5 kOhms, 0.5W, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient) and mechanical configuration (through-hole, PC pins, side adjustment, 1.0 turn). The cermet resistive material in the 3362W variant is functionally compatible with applications designed for the ceramic material of the PVC6G252C01B00.

Q: What is the difference between 3362W-1-252LF and 3362W-1-252?

A: Both parts are electrically and mechanically identical. The primary distinction is regulatory compliance: the 3362W-1-252LF is ROHS3 compliant, while the 3362W-1-252 is RoHS non-compliant. For applications requiring RoHS certification, the 3362W-1-252LF is the appropriate selection.

Q: Why is the PVC6G252C01B00 classified as obsolete?

A: The PVC6 series has been discontinued by Bourns Inc. in favor of the Trimpot® 3362 sealed series, which offers improved performance characteristics and better long-term availability. The 3362 series provides equivalent functionality with active product status.

Q: Are there any physical dimension differences between the substitute parts and the original?

A: The PVC6G252C01B00 has a face dimension of 0.315" x 0.272" (8.00mm x 6.90mm), while the 3362W variants have a face dimension of 0.275" x 0.260" (6.99mm x 6.60mm). Both maintain through-hole mounting compatibility, but PCB layout adjustments may be necessary to accommodate the dimensional difference.

Q: What packaging formats are available for the substitute parts?

A: Both 3362W-1-252LF and 3362W-1-252 are supplied in tube packaging, suitable for automated assembly and manual component handling.