{"product_id":"500-ohm-linear-taper-potentiometer-with-solder-lugs","title":"500 Ohm 0.125W Linear Taper Potentiometer with Solder Lugs","description":"\u003ch1\u003e500 Ohm 0.125W Linear Taper Potentiometer with Solder Lugs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis ALPHA 500 ohm linear taper potentiometer is a dependable choice for adjusting voltage, signal levels, timing circuits, and other electronic controls. Its compact 17mm body fits easily into control panels, project enclosures, audio equipment, effects pedals, and repair applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Type B linear taper provides a smooth, even change in resistance across the full rotation. This makes the potentiometer useful for controls where predictable adjustment is more important than the logarithmic response commonly used for audio volume controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEasy-to-Use 500 Ohm Potentiometer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 500 ohm potentiometer uses traditional solder lug terminals, making it easy to connect with standard hookup wire. The clearly accessible terminals are suitable for DIY electronics projects, equipment repairs, prototypes, and permanent panel-mounted controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA threaded bushing, mounting nut, and standard-size shaft allow the potentiometer to be installed in many common panels and enclosures. The knurled T18 spline shaft fits most compatible push-on control knobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLinear Taper for Smooth, Predictable Adjustment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe linear, or Type B, taper changes resistance evenly as the shaft is turned. At approximately half rotation, the potentiometer provides approximately half of its total resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis predictable response makes the 500 ohm linear potentiometer well suited for voltage adjustment, circuit calibration, motor control projects, lighting controls, test equipment, effects pedals, and general electronics experimentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompact 17mm ALPHA Potentiometer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by ALPHA, this compact potentiometer has a body diameter of approximately 16mm and is commonly referred to as a 17mm potentiometer. Its small size makes it a practical replacement for many existing panel controls where space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe potentiometer is identified by the manufacturer designation B500 17mm. The “B500” marking indicates a 500 ohm linear taper resistance value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e500 Ohm Linear Potentiometer Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eResistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e500 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eTaper\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLinear, Type B\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003ePower Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.125 W, 1\/8 watt\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eALPHA\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eManufacturer Designation\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eB500 17mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eTerminal Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSolder lugs\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eRotation\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e300 degrees, plus or minus 5 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCompliance\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRoHS compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShaft and Panel Mounting Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eShaft Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e6mm, 0.24 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eShaft Style\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eKnurled T18 spline\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eTotal Shaft Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e17mm, 0.67 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eShaft Above Thread\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e10.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eThread Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e6.5mm, 0.26 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eRecommended Mounting Hole\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e7.5mm, 0.30 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eBase Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16mm, 0.63 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eMounting Style\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNut mounted\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eKnob Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFits most standard knobs designed for a 6mm T18 spline shaft\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUseful for DIY Electronics and Equipment Repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse this ALPHA 500 ohm potentiometer to replace a worn control or add an adjustable input to a new project. Its compact size, linear response, solder lug terminals, and standard panel-mount design make it a versatile component for hobbyists, technicians, makers, and electronics repair work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Vetco Electronics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47639528013961,"sku":"TEA-1965","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/9291\/2265\/files\/tea-1965_a_500-ohm-linear-potentiometer.jpg?v=1784319792","url":"https:\/\/vetco.net\/products\/500-ohm-linear-taper-potentiometer-with-solder-lugs","provider":"Vetco Electronics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}