Precision linear potentiometers

Citation

(1999), "Precision linear potentiometers", Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, Vol. 71 No. 2. https://doi.org/10.1108/aeat.1999.12771bad.001

Precision linear potentiometers

Precision linear potentiometers

Keywords Acal, Potentiometers

Acal's Defence and Aerospace Division has been appointed UK distributor for the ranges of custom precision potentiometers manufactured by Betatronix of the USA (Plate 1).

Betatronix linear motion potentiometers are available in 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8 and 3/4 inch diameters, as well as with a wide variety of rectangular cross-sections. Stroke lengths are available from 1/16 inch to six feet, with greater lengths available if required. Resistance values and linearities can be customised to suit particular requirements, while special mechanical configurations can be designed to suit specific packaging needs. Rod end and spherical ball bearings are available for special mounting requirements.

Plate 1 Custom precision potentiometers available from Acal

Resistance elements are available in wire-wound, moulded conductive plastic and film. Points of excitation can be supplied as terminals, lead wires, cable or connectors.

All Betatronix products are designed and tested to meet the requirements of military specifications MIL-R-39023 and MIL-R-12934. Their excellent "dither life" makes them ideal for use in demanding applications such as missile fin actuators.

Further information from Acal Electronics Limited. Tel: +44 (0) 1344 727272; Fax: +44 (0) 1344 424263.