Model 3296-LTC is obsolete and not
recommended for new designs.
Model 3296 is preferred.
Features
■ Low TCR
■ Multiturn / Cermet / Industrial / Sealed
■ 3 terminal styles
■ Chevron seal design
■ Mounting hardware available (H-117P)
■ RoHS compliant* version available
Applications
■ Rheostat applications with wiper currents
less than 25 microamps
■ Process control instrumentation
■ Power supplies
3296-LTC - 3/8 ” Square Trimpot® Trimming Potentiometer
Electrical Characteristics
Product Dimensions
Standard Resistance Table
Common Dimensions
Standard Resistance Range
Resistance
(Ohms)
1,000
Resistance
..................................2K to 25K ohms
(see standard resistance table)
Resistance Tolerance ...........±±1 ꢀ std.
(tighter tolerance available)
Code
102
202
502
103
203
253
6.ꢀ0 1.32
(.252 .052)
10.03
(.395)
2,000
ꢀ.83 .13
(.190 .005)
1.52
(.060)
1.27 0.1
(.050 .00ꢀ)
.38
5,000
MIN.
(.015)
10,000
20,000
25,000
Absolute Minimum Resistance
........................... ± ꢀ or 2 ohms max.
(whichever is greater)
9.53
(.375)
Contact Resistance Variation
........................ ±.1 ꢀ or 3 ohms max.
(whichever is greater)
Popular values listed in boldface. Special
resistances available.
2.5ꢀ
(.100)
2.5ꢀ
(.100)
1.27 0.1
(.050 .00ꢀ)
ADJ. SLOT
2.19
(.086)
.56
(.022)
.76
DIA.
Adjustability
Voltage .................................. ±1.1± ꢀ
Resistance ............................ ±1.15 ꢀ
Resolution ................................... Infinite
Insulation Resistance ...............511 vdc.
±,111 megohms min.
.51 .03
(.020 .001)
How To Order
DIA.
WIDE
DEEP
X
X
3296 W - LTC - 103 LF
(.030)
Model
3296P
Style
8.26 .6ꢀ
(.325 .025)
Dielectric Strength
2.5ꢀ
(.100)
2.5ꢀ
(.100)
Product Indicator
Resistance Code
Terminations
Sea Level................................ 911 vac
71,111 Feet............................ 351 vac
Effective Travel .................25 turns nom.
3
2
LF =
±11 ꢀ Tin-plated (RoHS compliant)
2.5ꢀ
(.100)
Environmental Characteristics
1
5.23
(.206)
Blank = 91 ꢀ Tin ꢁ ±1 ꢀ Lead-plated
(Standard)
Power Rating (311 volts max.)
71 °C......................................1.5 watt
±25 °C.......................................1 watt
Temperature Range
...............................-55 °C to +±51 °C
Temperature Coefficient
3296W
Consult factory for other available options.
2.ꢀ1
(.095)
2.5ꢀ
(.100)
3
2
1
2.5ꢀ
(.100)
End to End ...................... ±21 ppmꢁ°C
Through the Wiper .......... ±51 ppmꢁ°C
Seal Test......................85 °C Fluorinert†
Humidity .......MIL-STD-212 Method ±13
96 hours
3296X
2.5ꢀ
(.100)
(2 ꢀ ΔTR, ±1 Megohms IR)
3
2
1
Vibration ....... 21 G (± ꢀ ΔTR; ± ꢀ ΔVR)
Shock ......... ±11 G (± ꢀ ΔTR; ± ꢀ ΔVR)
Load Life
2.5ꢀ
(.100)
2.ꢀ1
(.095)
.............±,111 hours 1.5 watt @ 71 °C
(3 ꢀ ΔTR; 3 ꢀ or 3 ohms,
whichever is greater, CRV)
WIPER
Rotational Life .......................211 cycles
(4 ꢀ ΔTR; 3 ꢀ or 3 ohms,
2
whichever is greater, CRV)
CW
CCW
3
1
CLOCKWISE
Physical Characteristics
Torque.............................3.1 oz-in. max.
Mechanical Stops.................Wiper idles
Terminals .......................Solderable pins
Weight .......................................1.13 oz.
Marking...........................Manufacturer’s
trademark, resistance code,
MM
(INCHES)
DIMENSIONS:
0.25
TOLERANCES:
EXCEPT WHERE NOTED
(.010)
NOTE: TCR through the wiper applies when
41 ꢀ or more of the resistance element is in the
circuit.
wiring diagram, date code,
manufacturer’s model
number and style
Wiper .................................51 ꢀ ±±1 ꢀ
Flammability ..........................U.L. 94V-1
Standard Packaging.....51 pcs. per tube
Adjustment Tool..............................H-91
*RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC Jan 27 2003 including Annex.
“Trimpot” is a registered trademark of Bourns, Inc.
†“Fluorinert” is a registered trademark of 3M Co.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
REV. 11/09
Customers should verify actual device performance in their specific applications.