vinodquilon Member May 2, 2013 #1 I got one 100K POT derated to 99% and one copper wire derated to 94%. What does it mean ? How can I calculate it ?
I got one 100K POT derated to 99% and one copper wire derated to 94%. What does it mean ? How can I calculate it ?
crutschow Well-Known Member Most Helpful Member May 3, 2013 #2 Derating is using a part at less then its maximum rating, such as voltage, current, power, etc. For high reliability many devices are derated 50% or more on all their characteristics.
Derating is using a part at less then its maximum rating, such as voltage, current, power, etc. For high reliability many devices are derated 50% or more on all their characteristics.