Bourns Introduces New Micro Rotary Potentiometer Series

Bourns® Model PDB08
Series Potentiometer
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The new Model PDB08 series is designed for applications that require a miniaturized, compact solution for value adjustments

RIVERSIDE, Calif., April 22, 2021 - Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, today introduced its Model PDB08 8 mm micro rotary potentiometer series. Bourns' new rotary potentiometer family features a center detent and a low profile making it an optimal solution for value adjustments in a broad range of professional audio and lighting applications, low/medium risk medical**, laboratory equipment and industrial automation and control applications.

Bourns continues to enhance its potentiometer line with high quality products that offer advanced features. In addition to the center detent option, the Model PDB08 series has a dual cup option. Plus, the miniature size with no bushing, and audio and linear tapers make this series more adaptable to multiple application environments. Bourns' latest rotary potentiometer models also feature an insulated plastic shaft, have a 10,000 rotational cycle rating and a -10 °C to +60 °C operating temperature range.

The Bourns® Model PDB08 micro potentiometer series is available now and is RoHS* compliant. For more detailed product information, please see: www.bourns.com/products/potentiometers/commercial-panel-controls

*RoHS Directive 2015/863, Mar 31, 2015 and Annex.

About Bourns

Bourns is a privately held manufacturer of power electronics, resistive components, circuit protection, and sensing solutions. Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Riverside, California, Bourns serves the automotive, industrial, consumer, communications, healthcare†, and audio markets through a global network of design, manufacturing, and sales operations. For more information, visit bourns.com.

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^† Bourns® products have not been designed for and are not intended for use in "lifesaving," "life-critical" or "life-sustaining" applications nor any other applications where failure or malfunction of the Bourns® product may result in personal injury or death. See Legal Disclaimer Notice www.bourns.com/docs/legal/disclaimer.pdf

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Annette Keller
Keller Communication
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Company Contact:
David Scofield
Bourns, Inc.
(951) 781-5054
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