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Linear Potentiometer D-Sub

Linear potentiometers for industrial position measurement use D-sub connectors to carry excitation voltage, wiper output, and optional temperature signals from linear string pot sensors in automation equipment.

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// Specifications
Standard
Generic linear potentiometer D-sub
Connector
DE-9 or DA-15 D-sub
Output
0-5V or 0-10V ratiometric
Excitation
5V or 10V DC reference
IP Rating
IP54 typical housing
Use Case
Hydraulic cylinder position suspension travel measurement
// Pin Reference Table
PinNameFunctionType
1 EX+ Excitation positive 5V or 10V PWR
2 EX- Excitation negative GND
3 WIPER Position output voltage ADC
4 GND Signal ground GND
5 SHIELD Cable shield GND

Linear potentiometers for industrial position measurement use D-sub connectors to carry excitation voltage, wiper output, and optional temperature signals from linear string pot sensors in automation equipment.