Product Overview

The document describes the 15FLP series of linear motion potentiometers featuring conductive plastic contact type. These potentiometers include front and rear extended shafts, are low-cost, and RoHS compliant.

Model Variants and Dimensions

• Models: 15FLP10A, 15FLP15A, 15FLP20A, 15FLP30A
• Stroke lengths: 10mm, 15mm, 20mm, 30mm respectively
• Standard dimensions are provided with detailed mechanical drawings for each model, including shaft lengths, mounting hole sizes (M3), and terminal configurations.

Electrical Specifications

• Resistance Values: 500Ω, 1kΩ, 2kΩ, 5kΩ, 10kΩ
• Total Resistance Tolerance: ±10% (K)
• Independent Linearity Tolerance: Standard Class ±2.0% or ±1.0%; Precision Class ±1.0% or ±0.5%
• Resolution: Essentially infinite
• Output Smoothness: Within 0.1% against input voltage
• Contact Resistance Variation: Within 2% C.R.V.
• Power Rating: 0.2W (10mm stroke), 0.3W (15mm), 0.4W (20mm), 0.5W (30mm)
• Electrical Stroke: Nominal ±0.5mm tolerance per model
• Insulation Resistance: Over 1,000 MΩ at 1,000 V DC
• Dielectric Strength: 1 minute at 1,000 V AC

Mechanical Specifications

• Mechanical Stroke: Matches electrical stroke (10, 15, 20, 30 mm)
• Friction: Within 0.3 N (30 gf)
• Stopper Strength: Approximately 20 N (2 kgf)
• Resistance Temperature Coefficient: ±400 ppm/°C
• Mass: Approximately 30 g
• Spring Return Device: Incorporated with friction approx. 3 N (300 gf)

Additional Features and Notes

• Special machining on the shaft is available; however, this may affect general and environmental specifications and requires consultation.
• Each unit includes 2 flat washers and 2 hex nuts for mounting.
• Terminals are compatible with Tyco 110 series faston receptacles (2.8×0.5 mm) or equivalents.
• Numerical values in parentheses correspond to specific models (15FLP15A and 15FLP30A) for dimensional reference.

Summary of Critical Parameters