PVG5A500C03R00 Trimmer Potentiometer: Bourns' Precision 50 Surface-Mount Solution

The PVG5A500C03R00 from Bourns Inc. represents the gold standard in trimmer potentiometers, combining exceptional precision with rugged reliability. As engineers increasingly demand compact yet high-performance components for modern electronics, this 50 cermet trimmer stands out with its 11-turn adjustment and surface-mount design.

In-Depth Technical Specifications

Core Electrical Characteristics

• Precision Resistance: 50 10% tolerance
• Power Handling: 0.25W (1/4W) at 70 C
• Temperature Stability: 150ppm/ C coefficient
• Rotation Life: 200 cycles minimum

Mechanical Design Features

• Compact Dimensions: 4.80mm 3.50mm 4.20mm (L W H)
• Mounting Style: Surface-mount (SMD) with J-lead termination
• Adjustment Type: Top-access screw with 11-turn precision
• Resistive Element: High-stability cermet material

Why Engineers Choose the PVG5A500C03R00

1. Unmatched Precision Adjustment

The 11-turn mechanism provides 0.45 per step resolution, enabling micro-adjustments critical for:

• Calibration of sensitive measurement equipment
• Fine-tuning RF circuits
• Precision voltage division applications

2. Robust Environmental Performance

Tested to withstand:

• Operating temperatures: -55 C to +125 C
• 85 C/85% RH humidity conditions
• Mechanical vibration per MIL-STD-202

3. Space-Efficient SMD Packaging

The J-lead surface-mount design:

• Reduces PCB footprint by 60% vs through-hole models
• Enables automated pick-and-place assembly
• Eliminates manual soldering requirements

Industry-Leading Applications

Telecommunications Equipment

Used in:

• Base station power amplifiers
• Antenna tuning circuits
• Signal conditioning modules

Medical Electronics

Critical for:

• Diagnostic equipment calibration
• Patient monitoring systems
• Imaging device controls

Industrial Automation

Essential in:

• PLC analog input modules
• Motor control feedback circuits
• Process instrumentation

Bourns Quality Assurance

Every PVG5A500C03R00 undergoes:

• 100% electrical testing
• Automated optical inspection
• Compliance with RoHS 2.0 standards
• ISO 9001 certified manufacturing

Technical Comparison

Parameter	PVG5A500C03R00	Typical Competitor
Rotation Life	200 cycles	100 cycles
Temp Coefficient	150ppm/ C	250ppm/ C
Turns	11	5-8

Design Considerations

For optimal performance:

1. Maintain 0.5mm clearance from adjacent components
2. Use solder paste with 63/37 Sn/Pb ratio
3. Limit maximum soldering temperature to 260 C
4. Apply adjustment screw torque 0.1N m

Ordering Information

Available through authorized distributors:

• Single-unit prototype quantities
• Reel packaging (1,000 units)
• Custom tape-and-reel options

For engineers requiring absolute precision in compact designs, the PVG5A500C03R00 delivers unmatched performance. Contact Bourns today to request samples or technical documentation.