PRV6, PARV6 Vishay Sfernice is a high performance, low cost, fully sealed rotary potentiometer with 1.5 Watt power rating and 50,000 cycles of mechanical life.
This document provides technical data for the Vishay PRV6 and PARV6 series of fully sealed potentiometers. The PRV6 model utilizes a cermet resistive element with a power rating of 1.5W at 70°C, while the PARV6 model uses conductive plastic with a rating of 0.75W at 70°C.
The datasheet details electrical specifications such as resistance ranges from 20Ω to 1MΩ for linear laws and tolerance options including ±20% and ±10%. It also lists mechanical specifications, environmental ratings (operating temperature -55°C to +125°C), and provides a comprehensive ordering guide with various shaft lengths, terminal types, and taper codes.
| Resistive Element Type (PRV6) | cermet |
|---|---|
| Power Rating at +70°C (Linear, PRV6) | 1.5W |
| Power Rating at +70°C (Linear, PARV6) | 0.75W |
| Mechanical Life | 50,000 cycles |
| Operating Temperature Range (PRV6) | -55°C to +125°C |
| Resistance Range (Linear Law, PRV6) | 20Ω to 1MΩ |
PRV6 uses a cermet resistive element with a higher power rating of 1.5W, while PARV6 uses conductive plastic with a power rating of 0.75W.
The standard electrical travel for both models is 270° with a tolerance of ±15°.
Yes, the document states they are fully sealed and panel sealed.