5k Black VR Original (5k/B502) Code: 96728451

A 5k Ω variable resistor (potentiometer or trimpot) provides a continuously adjustable resistance from 0 to 5,000 ohms. It acts as a voltage divider or current controller and is widely used in tuning circuits, sensor calibration, and audio equipment.

Key Specifications

• Resistance Value:5k Ω
• Tolerance:Typically ± 10% to ± 30% depending on the model
• Power Rating:Commonly ranges from 0.1W (for small trimpots) to 0.5W (for panel-mount rotary types)
• Maximum Voltage:Usually rated for 50V to 100V DC
• Adjustment Type:Available as rotary knobs (for user-facing controls like volume) or screw-adjusted trimpots (for precise, permanent circuit calibration).

Common Variations

1. Rotary Potentiometers (e.g., WH148):Feature a physical shaft and mounting nut, making them perfect for front-panel volume or brightness controls.
2. Trimpots (e.g., 3296 or 3006):Small, rectangular, or square components mounted directly onto PCBs. They are tuned using a small screwdriver

How to use it in circuits

A standard 3-pin variable resistor utilizes:

• Pins 1 & 3 (Outer):Connect across the full 5k Ω of total resistance.
• Pin 2 (Center):The “wiper” pin. As you turn the knob or screw, Pin 2 moves across the internal resistive track, outputting a varying voltage or specific resistance.