Your guide to understanding its functionality and uses.
Working
A 10k potentiometer is a variable resistor that adjusts resistance in an electronic circuit. It operates by turning a knob or sliding a lever, which changes the contact point on a resistive element, varying the output voltage.
Applications
- Volume control in audio devices.
- Brightness adjustment in LED circuits.
- Analog input in microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi).
- Tuning of electronic circuits in amplifiers and filters.
- Used as a voltage divider in sensing and control systems.
Pinout
A 10k potentiometer typically has three pins:
- Pin 1: Connects to the power supply (VCC).
- Pin 2: Wiper or output pin, which provides the variable voltage.
- Pin 3: Connects to ground (GND).
