PVC6Q501C01B00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC6Q501C01B00 is a 500 Ohm, 0.5W through-hole trimmer potentiometer manufactured by Bourns Inc. in the PVC6 series. This component features ceramic resistive material, side adjustment capability, and PC pin termination for PCB mounting. The product is currently obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications requiring 500 Ohm trimmer potentiometers with identical electrical specifications and through-hole mounting compatibility.

Substiute Parts

PVC6Q501C01B00

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 958PVC6Q501C01B00 Datasheet

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3362M-1-501LF

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 13703362M-1-501LF Datasheet

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72XR500LF

TT Electronics/BIIn Stock: 88472XR500LF Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the PVC6Q501C01B00 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters: resistance value (500 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). All substitute parts must maintain ROHS3 compliance and EAR99 export classification.

Two substitute parts meet these criteria:

3362M-1-501LF (Bourns Inc., Trimpot® 3362 - Sealed series): Direct manufacturer substitute with identical electrical specifications. Differs in resistive material (Cermet vs. Ceramic) and physical dimensions (0.275" x 0.260" vs. 0.315" x 0.272"), with REACH Affected status and active product status.

72XR500LF (TT Electronics/BI, 72 series): Similar substitute with identical electrical specifications. Differs in resistive material (Cermet vs. Ceramic), physical dimensions (0.375" x 0.375" square vs. rectangular), and REACH Unaffected status, with active product status.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

3362M-1-501LF is the primary substitute for the obsolete PVC6Q501C01B00. Both are Bourns Inc. products with identical electrical specifications and active inventory availability. This part maintains ROHS3 compliance and EAR99 classification. The transition from ceramic to cermet resistive material and the reduced physical footprint (0.275" x 0.260" vs. 0.315" x 0.272") may require PCB layout verification. REACH Affected status requires compliance documentation for applicable jurisdictions.

72XR500LF serves as an alternative substitute from TT Electronics/BI with identical electrical specifications and active product status. ROHS3 compliance and REACH Unaffected status are maintained. The larger square footprint (0.375" x 0.375") and cermet material require PCB layout assessment for space constraints and thermal characteristics.

Both substitutes are electrically equivalent and support direct functional replacement. Physical dimensions and resistive material differences necessitate design review for specific applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 3362M-1-501LF directly replace PVC6Q501C01B00 on existing PCBs? A: Electrical specifications are identical. Physical dimensions differ (0.275" x 0.260" vs. 0.315" x 0.272"), requiring PCB layout verification for clearance and mounting hole compatibility.

Q: What is the difference between ceramic and cermet resistive materials in these trimmers? A: Both materials are specified in the provided data. Cermet (used in 3362M-1-501LF and 72XR500LF) and ceramic (used in PVC6Q501C01B00) maintain identical electrical parameters for this application. Material selection impacts thermal stability and mechanical durability characteristics.

Q: Is 72XR500LF suitable for space-constrained applications? A: The 72XR500LF has a larger square footprint (0.375" x 0.375") compared to the rectangular PVC6Q501C01B00 (0.315" x 0.272"). PCB layout assessment is required for space-constrained designs.

Q: Are all three parts RoHS3 compliant? A: Yes. PVC6Q501C01B00, 3362M-1-501LF, and 72XR500LF are all ROHS3 compliant.

Q: What is the difference in REACH status between the substitutes? A: 3362M-1-501LF is REACH Affected, requiring compliance documentation for applicable markets. 72XR500LF is REACH Unaffected. PVC6Q501C01B00 is REACH Unaffected.

Q: Can I use 72XR500LF in applications originally designed for PVC6Q501C01B00? A: Electrical specifications are identical. The larger physical dimensions (0.375" x 0.375" square vs. 0.315" x 0.272" rectangular) require PCB layout verification for mounting hole spacing and component clearance.