PVC6M201C01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6M201C01B00 is a 200 Ohm, 0.5W through-hole trimmer potentiometer manufactured by Bourns Inc. with ceramic resistive material and top adjustment capability. This part is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitutes 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

PVC6M201C01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 921PVC6M201C01B00 Datasheet

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3362U-1-201LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 12373362U-1-201LF Datasheet

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25PR200LF

TT Electronics/BIIn Stock: 512025PR200LF Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the PVC6M201C01B00 is determined by strict equivalence across the following electrical and mechanical parameters:

• Resistance value: 200 Ohms (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 (exact match required)
• Adjustment type: Top Adjustment (exact match required)
• Mounting type: Through Hole (exact match required)
• Termination style: PC Pins (exact match required)

All substitute parts listed meet these criteria. Variations in resistive material (ceramic to cermet) and physical dimensions within tolerance do not affect functional equivalence for this application category.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both substitute parts are functionally equivalent to the PVC6M201C01B00 based on electrical and mechanical parameter matching. Selection between substitutes should be based on the following factors:

3362U-1-201LF (Bourns Inc., Trimpot® 3362 Series): Active product status with ROHS3 compliance. REACH Affected designation applies. Recommended for new designs and applications requiring long-term component availability.

25PR200LF (TT Electronics/BI, Series 25): Active product status with RoHS compliance. REACH Unaffected designation applies. Recommended where REACH compliance status is a procurement requirement.

Both parts are available in production quantities and provide direct functional replacement for the obsolete PVC6M201C01B00.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the PVC6M201C01B00 be directly replaced with either substitute part?

A: Yes. Both 3362U-1-201LF and 25PR200LF meet all electrical and mechanical specifications of the PVC6M201C01B00, including resistance, power rating, tolerance, temperature coefficient, adjustment type, and termination style.

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

A: Both materials meet the specified electrical parameters (200 Ohms, ±10% tolerance, ±100ppm/°C). Cermet material is used in the active substitute parts and provides equivalent performance for this application.

Q: Are there physical dimension differences between these parts?

A: Minor dimensional variations exist. The PVC6M201C01B00 has a 6.90mm x 6.90mm square face, the 3362U-1-201LF has a 6.99mm x 6.60mm rectangular face, and the 25PR200LF has a 6.86mm x 6.86mm square face. These variations are within acceptable tolerance for through-hole PC pin mounting applications.

Q: Which substitute should be selected for new production designs?

A: Either substitute is suitable. Selection should be based on supply chain availability, REACH compliance requirements, and existing supplier relationships. Both parts are active products with established manufacturing support.

Q: What is the packaging format for these substitute parts?

A: Both substitute parts are supplied in tube packaging, suitable for automated assembly and manual component handling.