Overview
The Bourns 81C1DF54D18 is a single-turn rotary panel potentiometer featuring 50K ohm resistance and a robust mechanical design. This commercial-grade potentiometer is engineered for applications requiring frequent manual adjustment, delivering stable and repeatable performance in control, measurement, and audio equipment. The panel-mount configuration makes it suitable for integration into control systems, test benches, and industrial panels.
Key Features
- Single-turn rotary design for controlled adjustment range
- 50K ohm resistance value for standard control circuits
- Panel-mount configuration with bushing installation
- Durable construction for frequent adjustment cycles
- RoHS-compliant resistive element technology
- Suitable for commercial and industrial applications
Technical Specifications
- Resistance Value: 50K ohm
- Potentiometer Type: Single-turn rotary panel control
- Mechanical Angle: Approximately 300 degrees
- Installation: Panel mount with bushing
- Element Type: Carbon, cermet, or conductive plastic (depends on model variant)
- RoHS Compliant: Yes
- Operating Temperature Range: Typical industrial range (verify in application)
Typical Applications
- Test and measurement equipment calibration and control
- Audio mixing consoles and professional audio systems
- Consumer and industrial electronics control panels
- Medical equipment adjustment and fine-tuning
- Precision industrial control systems
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard industrial control panels with 1/4″ or 3/8″ bushing mount
- Test and measurement instruments
- Audio and professional sound equipment
- General-purpose adjustment circuits requiring 50K resistance
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Compatible with other Bourns 81C-series single-turn panel potentiometers of equivalent resistance and mounting
- Suitable replacement for similar 50K ohm panel potentiometers from alternate manufacturers
- Verify pinout and bushing diameter with original component specifications
Works With
- Any standard analog adjustment circuit accepting 50K ohm potentiometers
- Integrated into manual control interfaces and adjustment knobs
- Compatible with resistance measurement and monitoring systems
- Suitable for audio level control and signal processing circuits
