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Product Description (Detailed):

Achieve precise and stable adjustments in your electronic circuits with our versatile 1K ohm Trimmer Potentiometer. This compact 3-pin variable resistor, often called a trimpot or preset potentiometer, is specifically designed for fine-tuning and calibration purposes where infrequent adjustments are required. Unlike standard potentiometers meant for frequent user interaction, trimmers are "set and forget" components, typically adjusted with a small screwdriver.

The 1K ohm (1000 Ohm) resistance range of this trimmer potentiometer makes it ideal for a wide array of applications, including setting reference voltages, fine-tuning amplifier gain, calibrating sensor outputs, adjusting thresholds in comparators, and precise current limiting in LED drivers or bias circuits. Its three-pin configuration allows it to function both as a variable resistor (rheostat) or, more commonly, as a voltage divider, providing a precise analog output voltage.

Our 1K ohm trimmer potentiometer is typically a through-hole component, designed for secure mounting directly onto printed circuit boards (PCBs). Its compact footprint saves valuable board space, making it perfect for densely packed circuits in modern electronic devices. Constructed from durable materials, trimmers offer excellent stability against vibration and environmental fluctuations once set. While specific models may vary (e.g., single-turn for quick adjustments or multi-turn for higher precision), this 1K ohm option provides reliable performance for optimizing your circuit's behavior. Whether you're debugging a prototype, calibrating a final product, or simply building a project that needs a precise, set-it-and-forget-it resistance adjustment, this 1K ohm trimmer potentiometer is an indispensable component for achieving optimal circuit performance and stability.

This 1KΩ trimmer potentiometer is a miniature adjustable resistor that allows you to fine-tune voltage or current levels in a circuit. It features three pins – two for fixed terminals and one for the adjustable wiper – enabling easy use as a variable resistor or voltage divider.

Designed for sensor calibration, gain adjustment, reference setting, and analog signal conditioning, this trimpot is a must-have component for Arduino users, analog engineers, and DIY electronics enthusiasts.

The component is breadboard and PCB compatible, and its top-adjust screw allows for easy manual tuning with a precision screwdriver.

Key Features:

• Resistance: 1KΩ (1000 ohms)

• Type: Trimmer potentiometer / preset (3-pin)

• Mounting: Through-hole (PCB-friendly)

• Compact design for precise resistance control

• Widely used in Arduino, sensor calibration, amplifiers, and DIY circuits

• Smooth adjustment via screw-top tuner

• High durability with standard rotation life

Technical Specifications:

How to Use:

1. Connect any two pins to use it as a fixed resistor.

2. Use the center pin (wiper) and either side pin to use as a variable resistor.

3. Adjust the top screw to increase or decrease resistance.

4. Place on breadboard or solder to PCB for permanent projects.

Common use case: voltage divider with an Arduino analog input to tune sensor thresholds.

Applications:

• Arduino analog input tuning

• Sensor threshold calibration

• Op-amp gain adjustment

• Voltage divider setup

• Audio amplifier tuning

• Resistance fine-tuning in school/college electronics labs

• DIY automation and control circuits

Package Includes:

• 1 × 1KΩ Trimmer Potentiometer (3-Pin) (based on selection)