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--- potentiometer [2016/06/06 17:38] – created psykhaze
+++ potentiometer [2016/06/15 12:31] (current) – [Trimpots] psykhaze
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-A potentiometer is a variable resistor
+====== Potentiometer ======
+{{ ::neonking:potentiometers.jpg?direct&500 |}}
+===== Introduction =====
+A Potentiometer is a **variable resistor** you change the value by turning it. It's an analog device , in opposite to encoders
+===== Linear / Logarithmic ? =====
+//FIXME : Explain the response difference//
+===== Trimpots =====
+A Trimpot could have it value adjusted with a screwdriver by turning a part of the pot.
+=====Potentiometers specifications=====
+  * Ohms
+  * Response (Linear/Log)
+  * Tolerance
+  * Taper
+  * Wattage rating
+  * Package
+  * Dual/Single