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Capacitor - 365pF, Variable, Single Section
Single section 365 pf variable capacitor, also referred to as a tuning capacitor. Single section 365 pf variable capacitor. A compact, rugged, economical unit used in wide variety of low-voltage applications. This capacitor's almost cubical shape makes more efficient use of space and delivers a remarkable amount of capacitance for its volume.
- 1 ~\frac{3}{16}~" long frame
- ¼" dia. Shaft ~\frac{9}{16}~" long
- Capacitance decreases with CW rotation.
- Minimum capacitance per section: 14.9pF
- Maximum capacitance per section: 384.2pF
- Number of sections: 1
- Air gap: 0.010 inches
- Maximum voltage: 350Vrms
Note: The four solder lugs are a shared connection. The second connection is the metal frame.
Dimensional Drawing:
RoHS Compliant
| Air Gap | 0.010 in. | |
| Capacitance, maximum | 384.2 pF | |
| Capacitance, minimum | 14.9 pF | |
| Depth | 1.25 in. | |
| Item Length | 1.38 in. | |
| Item Width | 1.31 in. | |
| Shaft Diameter | 0.25 in. | |
| Shaft Length | 0.57 in. | |
| Voltage Rating | 350 Vrms |
| Packaging Dimensions | 2 in. × 2 in. × 1.5 in. | |
| Weight (Packaging) | 0.159 lbs. |
 Dimensional Drawing | All Models |
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2 answers
What voltage are these rated for?
Asked by Anonymous on December 20th, 2016.
The maximum voltage is 350Vrms according to the information above.
3v
1 answers
Which knob should I use with this capacitor?
Asked by Anonymous on December 3rd, 2015.
December 3rd, 2015
Staff MemberTop Contributor
Any knob designed for a 1/4" solid shaft that uses a set screw should work.
1 answers
What is the mounting screw size/thread count?
Asked by Anonymous on November 18th, 2016.
Hi, this is a surplus item and we do not have any specs on this cap other than what is provided above.
1 answers
Is there a data sheet to show how the terminals should be hooked?
Asked by Anonymous on December 20th, 2016.
Hi, this is a surplus item and we do not have any specs on this capacitor other than what is provided above.
1 answers
This variable capacitor has a higher end value of 365pF....can you tell me what the lowest end value is?
Asked by Anonymous on January 18th, 2017.
Hi, according to the info above the minimum capacitance per section is 14.9pF.
1 answers
What is the maximum operation frequency?
Asked by Anonymous on March 12th, 2018.
These are surplus items and we do not have any specs available.
1 answers
how do the different parts of the capacitor function?
Asked by Anonymous on March 25th, 2018.
March 1st, 2019
Staff Member
This capacitor is an "air" capacitor, meaning the dielectric is air instead of paper, mica or plastic (mylar, polypropylene, etc.). There are two sets of semi-circular plates. One set is fixed and the other is attached to a shaft allowing it to be rotated. As the shaft is rotated, the capacitance is changed.
1 answers
What is spacing of the plates (this will tell me the voltage rating which IS an issue to me)
Asked by Anonymous on August 22nd, 2018.
August 22nd, 2018
Staff Member
Hello, the air gap is 0.010 inches wide from plate to plate.
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Are these made in the USA?
Asked by Anonymous on March 19th, 2019.
March 19th, 2019
Staff Member
Yes, these are made in the USA.
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Can it be used in a Metal Detector Circuit containing voltage of 5 Volts?
Asked by Anonymous on September 5th, 2019.
September 5th, 2019
Staff Member
If the metal detector calls for this capacitor, yes. These are rated at 350V, so they should be able to handle 5V with ease.
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Are these multi-turn? It looks like I see bearing balls in the frame.
Asked by Anonymous on December 19th, 2019.
December 19th, 2019
Staff Member
These are single turn capacitors.
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