<p>392JB50K Rotary Potentiometer from Honeywell features a compact size with conductive plastic element and plastic shaft and bushings. It also comes with a linear electrical taper, PC style terminals and has a 0.5 W power rating. This 50K ohm linear potentiometer has a mechanical rotation of 295° and offers a long-lasting rotational life of up to 50,000 cycles.</p> <p>Potentiometer is a device whose resistance can be manually manipulated to control the level of output in a circuit. It functions as a variable voltage divider. It is commonly used in volume control knobs of audio equipment. The 392 series potentiometers come with an internal shaft seal to protect the device from moisture. Honeywell Potentiometer 392JB50K is used in applications like manual controls, medical equipment and telecommunications.</p>