PVC6G500C01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6G500C01B00 is a 50 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 identification of suitable substitute parts essential 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

PVC6G500C01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 1210PVC6G500C01B00 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

3362W-1-500LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 11183362W-1-500LF Datasheet

DirectRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the PVC6G500C01B00 is determined by matching the following critical parameters: resistance value (50 Ohms), 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 3362W-1-500LF qualifies as a direct substitute based on identical electrical specifications and mechanical compatibility. Both parts share the same resistance, power rating, tolerance, temperature coefficient, and single-turn side-adjustment configuration with through-hole PC pin termination. The primary difference is the resistive material composition: the PVC6G500C01B00 uses ceramic material, while the 3362W-1-500LF uses cermet material. Both materials meet the specified electrical performance requirements for this application.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 3362W-1-500LF is the qualified substitute for the obsolete PVC6G500C01B00. Both components are manufactured by Bourns Inc. and maintain ROHS3 compliance. The 3362W-1-500LF carries active product status, ensuring continued availability and supply chain reliability compared to the obsolete PVC6G500C01B00.

Electrical performance is equivalent across all specified parameters: resistance, power rating, tolerance, and temperature coefficient. The cermet resistive material in the 3362W-1-500LF provides comparable performance to the ceramic material in the original part while offering enhanced reliability characteristics typical of sealed trimmer potentiometer designs.

Physical dimensions differ slightly between the two parts. The 3362W-1-500LF has a smaller face dimension (0.275" x 0.260" versus 0.315" x 0.272"), which may require PCB layout verification to confirm mechanical fit within existing mounting footprints.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 3362W-1-500LF directly replace the PVC6G500C01B00 in existing designs?

A: Yes, the 3362W-1-500LF meets all electrical specifications of the PVC6G500C01B00. However, verify PCB mounting footprint compatibility due to the smaller face dimensions of the substitute part.

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

A: Both materials deliver the specified electrical performance for this application. Cermet material, used in the 3362W-1-500LF, is typical of sealed trimmer designs and provides enhanced environmental protection.

Q: Why is the PVC6G500C01B00 classified as obsolete?

A: Obsolete status indicates the manufacturer has discontinued production. The 3362W-1-500LF represents the active equivalent from the same manufacturer.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes, both the PVC6G500C01B00 and 3362W-1-500LF are ROHS3 compliant.

Q: What packaging is available for the substitute part?

A: The 3362W-1-500LF is supplied in tube packaging, suitable for automated assembly processes.