Overview
The Allen-Bradley 5848-6805 Type L potentiometer is a legacy industrial control component designed for manual resistance adjustment in machinery, process control panels, and electronic systems. This single-turn panel-mount unit features a 25kΩ nominal resistance and 2W power rating, making it suitable for low to moderate power control circuits. The ±20% tolerance rating accommodates general industrial tuning and calibration tasks where precision is important but absolute accuracy is not critical.
Key Features
- Resistance Value: 25 kΩ nominal—standard for voltage dividers and control circuits
- Power Rating: 2W continuous—handles moderate dissipation in analog control loops
- Single-Turn Design: Direct 360° rotation for straightforward manual adjustment
- Panel-Mount Package: Front-facing adjustment knob and threaded bushing for reliable panel integration
- Tolerance: ±20%—acceptable for non-precision applications requiring general tuning
- Legacy Availability: Used condition units tested and ready to restore legacy equipment
Technical Specifications
- Resistance: 25 kΩ
- Tolerance: ±20%
- Power Rating: 2 W
- Rotation Style: Single-turn
- Mounting Style: Panel mount (threaded bushing)
- Potentiometer Type: Type L
- Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley
- Part Number: 5848-6805
- Condition: Used
Typical Applications
- Legacy machinery control panels and manual adjustment circuits
- Analog voltage divider and bias networks
- Process control setpoint tuning (temperature, speed, pressure)
- Equipment retrofit and repair where original Type L components are specified
- Low-power feedback networks in discrete analog circuits
Compatibility & Replacements
The Allen-Bradley 5848-6805 is a Type L potentiometer configuration designed for industrial control systems manufactured through the 1970s–1990s. Direct replacements must maintain the same physical form factor (panel-mount single-turn), resistance value (25 kΩ), and power rating (2W) to ensure drop-in compatibility. When sourcing alternatives, verify mounting bushing diameter, wiper contact type, and resistance taper (linear vs. logarithmic). Modern panel-mount potentiometers from manufacturers such as Bourns, Vishay, and TE Connectivity are available as functional equivalents, though mechanical fit and terminal configuration must be confirmed against the original application schematic.
