SATMED Rheostat Rheostat

A variable resistor which is used for controlling the flow of electric current either by increasing or decreasing the resistance. Rheostats are made with a variety of resistance & current carrying capacity so as to satisfy every need. They are wound with heavily oxidized eureka resistance wire upon a porcelain tube dia 44 mm aprox. The tube is carrying upon Bakelite rider and the heavy duty sliding contact is of the phosphor bronze with brass rod. 4 mm socket terminals are fitted, allowing for rheostat or potentiometer connection. Total resistance and maximum current capacity is marked on the slider. Total Permanent current loading should not exceed 75% of the marked values. The actual resistance of Wire Wound Rheostats shall be +20% -5% of the rated resistance as per our resistance chart.