A three-terminal potentiometer can be used as a rheostat, with the third terminal left unconnected. Rheostats are typically used as strict variable resistors. Trimmers are potentiometers which need ...
Digital Potentiometer Digital potentiometers are three-terminal resistors with an adjustable center connection. To set the output resistance, a digital signal is sent through an electrical interface.
A rheostat is similar to a potentiometer, but handles more power. See resistor. THIS DEFINITION IS FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. All other reproduction requires permission.