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Potentiometer Glossary

Input and Output Terms

Rotation and Translation

Resistance
End Resistance
The resistance measured between the wiper terminal and an end terminal with the shaft positioned at the corresponding End Point. Typically express as a maximum ohmic value or a percentage of the total resistance value.
Contact Resistance Variation (CRV)
The apparent resistance seen between the wiper and the resistance element when the wiper is energized with a specified current and moved over the adjustment travel in either direction at a constant speed. The output variations are measured over a specified frequency bandwidth. CRV is expressed in ohms or as a Percent of Total Resistance.
Temperature Coefficient Of Resistance

The unit change in resistance per degree celsius change from a reference temperature, expressed in parts per million per degree celsius as follows:
Temperature Coefficient equation

Where:
R1 = Resistance at reference temperature in ohms.
R2 = Resistance at test temperature in ohms.
T1 = Reference temperature in degrees celsius.
T2 = Test temperature in degrees celsius.


Conformity and Linearity

General Electrical Characteristics

Mechanical Characteristics

Stop Strength

Environmental - IP rating