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Series 309 Modular Potentiometer
Thick-Film Cermet—1/2" square
Series 309 Modular Potentiometer Thick-Film Cermet - 1/2 in. sq., 1.0 Watt
Description
The Series 309 is a high-performance, low-cost sealed Thick Film Cermet potentiometer, available with switch and potentiometer modules with up to three sections. For equivalent units using conductive plastic elements, see Series 308

Features:
Compact - 1/2 in. (12.7mm) miniature, totally sealed, modular size
Cost-effective - sealed modules eliminate hand soldering.
Rugged - Horizontal or vertical mountings with support plates. Nickel-plated brass shaft and bushings in various diameters and lengths. Insert molded gold plated terminals for strength.
Precision Made - screen-printed thick film cermet elements.
Stability: -40°C to +150°C operating temperature.

This series has been discontinued.
Limited Options - View available inventory

For additional information:  PDF Datasheet

Electrical Specifications
Resistance Range
5 ohms to 5 Megohms - Linear Taper
100 ohms to 2 Megohms - Logarithmic Taper
Resistance Tolerance
±10% standard; ±5% special order
Trimmers ±20%
End Resistance
2 ohms max., 5 ohms to 2500 ohms
4 ohms max., 5K ohms and above
Voltage Coefficient
.008% per Volt maximum
Power Rating
1 watt @ 85°C.
Derate linearly to zero watts at 150°C
Derate tapered units, trimmers or PC mounted units by 50%
Linearity Tolerance
±5% independent
Non-linear Tapers
Linear: Right or left-hand available.
Non-Linear: Logarithmic or reverse Logarithmic.
Specials available.
Taper Tolerance
±20% of nominal resistance @ 50%; ±3% of mechanical rotation
Electrical Rotation
295° ±5°
Effective Rotation
265° ±5°
Working Voltage
350 VDC across end terminals
(power not to exceed rating)
Dynamic Noise
Standard: Linear single controls maximum initial noise level of 3% of total resistance. 1.5% available on special order
Rotary Switch
SPST or SPDT, CCW or CW, 125ma @ 28Vdc.(Type AL)
Push Switch
SPDT - 125ma @ 28Vdc, Push Momentary (Type DJ)

Mechanical Specifications
Mechanical
Thermoplastic polyester, blue. Mechanical(U.L. SE-O rating)
Hardware Supplied
Nut: brass, nickel-plated
Lockwasher: phosphorous bronze, nickel-plated
Mechanical Rotation
295° ±5°
Rotational Life
Life under load is 50,000 cycles (Linear control with plain bushing)
Trimmer life under load is 5,000 cycles
Torque Range
.20 to 3.0 oz. in. (Single module)
.3 to 3.5 oz. in. (Dual module)
.4 to 4.5 oz. in. (Triple)
Other torque options available.
Torque Variation
Within control .5 oz. in. maximum
Stop Torque
3 lb. in. minimum Mechanical (metal shaft)
Other torque options available
Terminals
Gold-coated PC terminals or solder hook style
PC pins fit .100 grid spacing
Terminal mounting options available
Weight
Metal shaft & bushing (approx.):
0.19 oz.(Single), .27 oz.(Dual), .35 oz.(Triple)
Bushing Material
Brass nickel plated
Bushing Diameters
Supplied in 1/4"-32 NEF 2A thread (6.35mm)
and 3.8"-32 NEF 2A thread (9.53mm)
Bushing Lengths
0.25 in. (6.35mm), .375 in. (9.53mm), .5 in. (12.7mm)
Bushing Styles
Plain, locking and trimmer

This series has been discontinued.
Limited Options - View available inventory

For additional information:  PDF Datasheet