Catalog 500R4
Updated 07/04
7741 North Business Park Drive
Tucson, Arizona 85743
Ph: (520) 744-0400 Fax:(520) 744-6155
www.tusonix.com
Web Site: www.tusonix.com
E-mail: sales@tusonix.com
TRIMMER CAPACITORS
CAPACIT
ACITORS
TUSONIX
continues to lead the way in the min-
iaturization of ceramic trimmers. Developments
such as the miniaturization of Trimmer Capaci-
tors have established TUSONIX as a leader in
state-of-the-art trimmer technology.
Decades of experience in Trimmer design and
technology has enabled TUSONIX to offer de-
sign engineers a complete line of Ceramic Trim-
mer Capacitors.
Table of Contents
McQ 512 Series . . . . . . . . . . .
513 Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
518 Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
528 Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
538 Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Page 1
Page 2
Page 3
Page 4
Page 5
Page 6
Tusonix Quality
Q
uality and value are the key ingredients in
all TUSONIX products with approval to MIL-
PRF-15733, MIL-PRF-81 and MIL-C-11015.
TUSONIX maintains a fully approved Quality As-
surance laboratory and relies heavily on Statisti-
cal Process Control to monitor critical operations.
McQ 512 Series Trimmer Capacitor - Extra Miniaturized
Trimmer
Outstanding Features
♦
♦
♦
♦
♦
Ceramic Base & Dielectric - Very Stable
Small Footprint - Save PCB Space
High Q Factor - Ultra High Frequency
Applications
Actual Size
Wide Temperature Range - Functional
under Extreme Conditions
SMD on Tape and Reel - Suitable for Automatic
Pick and Place
The Tusonix McQ 512 Trimmer is perfect for an endless
variety of applications that require miniaturized capacitance
trimming, including avionics apparatus, communications
equipment, oscilloscopes, crystal oscillators and crystal fil-
ters.
By way of a unique manufacturing process, Tusonix offers
a high quality product through low cost production, which
means an attractive price for our customers. The dynami-
cally designed McQ 512 Trimmer offers strong characteris-
tics, including tape and reel feed, solder pad mount and
small footprint.
Dimensions of McQ 512
.030 x 45 STATOR .125 .090
TERMINAL
[0.76]
[3.17] [2.28]
DIA.
.176
[4.47]
.060
STATOR [1.52]
TERMINAL
CERAMIC
BASE .060
[1.52]
.019 [0.48] BY
.014 [0.35] DEEP
TUNING SLOT
SOLDER PLATED
CERAMIC
ROTOR TERMINAL
ROTOR
.060
[1.52]
Specifications
Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.14-2.0 oz-in/0.1-1.4 Ncm
WorkingVoltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 VDC
Dielectric Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 VDC
Operating Temperature Range . . . . . . . -55
o
C +125
o
C
Q @ 1 MHz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 to 750
Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .019 [0.48] Slot
Tape
Type
Packaging: 12mm Tape & Reel per IEC No. 60286-3, Type II
Available for Automatic Placement
.120
[3.048]
.130
[3.30]
RECOMMENDED
MOUNTING PATTERN
Ordering Data
Part No.
Dielectric
Type Code
Temp. COEF.
Cap pF
PPM/
o
C
WVDC Q Min.
@125
ο
C
[4
..00
±0.10]
0512-000
0512-000
0512-000
0512-000
0512-000
A
A
A
A
A
NPO
+
200
NPO
+
200
NPO
+
400
NPO
+
400
NPO
+
400
1.0-3
1.5-5
3.0-10
4.5-20
5.0-25
100
100
100
100
100
750
750
500
500
300
[8.00
±0.10]
[2
..00
±0.05]
[1.75
±0.10]
[12.00
±0.30]
[0.40]
Please combine part no., Dielectric Type Code and
Cap pF when ordering. Example: 0512-000A3.0-10.
[1.50]
. DIA
HOLE
[1.50] DIA.
HOLE
[5.50
±0.10]
[2.70
±0.10]
SECTION
1
The products listed in this catalog are only a few of the thou-
sands of variations that TUSONIX produces. For custom
applications please contact the factory direct.
513 Series Trimmer Capacitor
Trimmer
Outstanding Features
♦
♦
♦
♦
♦
♦
Only .196”/4.98mm diameter x .100”/2.54 mm MAX high.
Ideal for wide range of products requiring real miniaturized capacitance
trimming.
Operates efficiently at -55°C to +85°C.
Available in your choice of three basic terminal arrangements.
No metal or mechanical attachments protruding beneath the base plane.
Monolithic Rotor design offers optimum stability for higher capacitance
ranges. Eliminates need to use unstable higher K dielectric materials.
Monolithic construction offers greater ruggedness which cannot be achieved
when using single plate construction, particularly with fragile Hi-K Dielectric
materials.
Variations
Terminal Variations
.016[0.41] wide x .012[0.31] deep
SCREWDRIVER SLOT
.600
[15.24]
513-000
-020
Applications
The 513 VARI-Thin Ceramic Trimmer
Capacitor is another miniaturized offer-
ing. Only .196” in diameter and 080” high
the TUSONIX 513 is perfect for avionics
apparatus, communications equipment,
oscilloscopes, crystal oscillators,
and crystal filters
—
an almost endless
variety of applications requiring minia-
turized capacitance trimming. The tiny
513
VARI-Thin
is available with three
basic terminal arrangements as shown
at left.
.042
[1.07]
.100 MAX.
[2.54 MAX.]
.196
[4.98]
.090
[2.29]
.005
[0.13]
.013 [0.33]
.016[0.41] wide x .012[0.31] deep
SCREWDRIVER SLOT
513- 001
-021
Ordering Data
-000, -001, -019
Cap. (pF)
Begin with ‘0’, specify
series 513 followed by
the three digit variation
you select from the
chart at the left. Then
list the Dielectric type
code from the table at
the right and the corre-
sponding Capacitance
Range. Example:
0513-000A1-5
Dielectric
Type
Code
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
F
A
.196
[4.98]
.100 MAX.
[2.54 MAX.]
.042
[1.07]
-020, -021, --022
Cap. (pF)
1.0-2.5
1.5-3.0
2.0-5.0
2.5-9.0
4.5-14.0
.090
[2.29]
.150 MIN.
[3.81 MIN.]
.100
[2.54]
.200
[5.08]
.005 [0.13]
513-019*
-022*
.042
[1.07]
1.0-5.0
2.0-10.0
3.5-20.0
5.0-30.0
6.0-35.0
7.0-40.0
.016[0.41] wide x .012[0.31] deep
SCREWDRIVER SLOT
.196
[4.98]
6.0-20.0
Minimum to maximum capacitance achieved through 180° rotation.
.064
[1.63]
BEND ANGLES
.090
[2.29]
TO BE
90° ± 5 °
(2) PLCS.
Specifications
Working Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Vdc to 85°C
Dielectric Strength . . . . . . . . Two Times WVdc for 1 to 5 seconds
Operating Temperature Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -55°C to +85°C
Q Factor @ 1 MHz . . . . . . . . . . .500 Min. ( Dielectric Code A & F)
Insulation Resistance. . . . . . 10 gigaohms minimum at 25°C ±5°C
Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.3 to 2.0 oz.in.[0.2-1.4 Ncm]
Performance Specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
For other capacitance ranges and terminal arrangements, call the
nearest TUSONIX Sales office or call Tusonix Headquarters at
(520) 744-0400.
.100 MAX.
[2.54 MAX.]
.200
[5.08]
.275
[6.98]
.012
[0.31]
.007 ± .001
[0.17 ± 0.03]
*Variation 513-019, -022 is supplied on tape
and reel, for auto placement
For dimensions
≤
.125”/3.18mm, tolerance is
±.005/0.13
For dimensions
≥
.126”/3.20mm, tolerance is
±.015/0.38
2
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Trimmer
518 Series Trimmer Capacitor
Trimmer
Features of the 518 Trimmer
T
Actual Size
his tiny trimmer occupies less than .007 [.11 cc] cubic inches of space,
while exhibiting the ruggedness and capacitance range of a unit many times
its size. Its superb design assures rigid mounting stability.
A development of TUSONIX’ exclusive Monolithic Process, the sealed-in-ce-
ramic rotor electrode guarantees stability under extreme environmental condi-
tions. Precision lapped bearing surfaces afford smooth linear tuning.
Variation
Terminal Variation Options
518-000
.218
[5.54]
.090
[2.29]
.025
[0.64]
.145
[3.68]
.250
[6.35]
ROTOR
TERMINAL .008
[0.20]
.040
[1.02]
.195
[4.95]
ADJUSTING SLOT
.020/0.51 X .018/0.46
STATOR
TERMINAL
.065
[1.65]
.008
[0.20]
.015
[0.38]
.060
[1.52]
.218
[5.54]
.045
[1.14]
.030
[0.76]
.090
[2.29]
.145
[3.68]
.016 DIA. WIRE
[0.41] STATOR
TERMINAL
.200
[5.08]
.100
[2.54]
.035
[0.89] DIA.
.060
[1.52]
RECOMMENDED
MOUNTING HOLES
.020
[0.51] DIA.
Ordering Data
518-002
.239
[6.07]
MIL PRF-81 Dielectric
TUSONIX
Type
Designation
Part
Number CV35 TUSONIX Code
Style 518-016
Capaci-
tance
Range
(pF)
MIL PRF-81 Dielectric
TUSONIX
Type
Designation
Part
Number CV36 TUSONIX Code
Style 518-017
Capaci-
tance
Range
(pF)
.088
[2.24]
.235
[5.97]
STATOR
TERMINAL
.025
[0.64]
518-000
518-000
518-000
518-000
518-000
518-000
518-000
518-000
CV35A030
CV35A050
CV35A090
CV35A200
CV35A150
CV35A250
--
CV35C400
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
C
1.0-3
2.0-5
2.5-9
3.5-20
5.0-15
5.0-25
6.0-22
7.0-40
518-002
518-002
518-002
518-002
518-002
518-002
518-002
518-002
CV36A030
CV36A050
CV36A090
CV36A200
CV36A150
CV36A250
--
CV36C400
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
C
1.25-3
2.0-5
2.5-9
3.5-20
5.0-15
5.0-25
6.0-22
7.0-40
Specifications
Working Voltage A & C:. . . . . . . . . 100Vdc to 85°C; 50Vdc to 125°C
Dielectric Strength . . . . . . . . . . Two times WVdc for 1 to 5 seconds
Operating Temperature Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -55°C to 125°C
Q Factor @ 1 MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Code A & C: 500 Minimum
Insulation Resistance. . . . . . . . 10 gigaohms minimum at 25
°
C ±5°C
Torque. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.3 to 3.0 oz. in.[0.2-2.0 Ncm]
Performance Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
Marking:
All units will be marked with the TUSONIX trademark,
capacitance range and dielectirc type code.
Example:
T 1-3 A
.020
[0.51]
.045
[1.14] DIA.
RECOMMENDED
MOUNTING HOLES
For dimensions
≤
.125”/3.18mm, tolerance is ±.005/0.13
For dimensions
≥
.126”/3.20mm, tolerance is ±.015/0.38
QUALITY FACTOR "Q"
2600
2200
1800
1400
1000
600
200
1
"Q" vs FREQUENCY
How to Order
Begin with ’0’, then specify series ‘518’ followed by
the three digit Terminal Variation you select from the
above options. Then list the Dielectric Type Code
you select from the table and the corresponding Ca-
pacitance Range.
EXAMPLE: 0518-000A1.0-3
TYP
IC
10
AL
20 30
50
100
FREQUENCY - MHz
3
The products listed in this catalog are only a few of the thou-
sands of variations that TUSONIX produces. For custom
applications please contact the factory direct.
528 Series Trimmer Capacitor
Trimmer
Trimmer
Features of the 528 Trimmer
I
Actual Size
ncorporating the same fine design features that have made the 538 Series
standard for the industry, TUSONIX’ 528 Series featured here is miniaturized
for today’s circuitry. All ceramic construction with optically flat interfaces pro-
vides tuning, smoothness not obtainable with compression type trimmers. The
silver electrodes are intimately bonded to the top surfaces of the base and
rotor. The terminals and other metal parts are nonferrous and silver-plated for
good conductivity and trouble free soldering.
A variety of capacitance ranges, terminations and mounting provisions make
these popular trimmers ideal for nearly all applications.
Variation
Terminal Variation Options
528-000
.218
[5.54]
.090
[2.29]
.025
[0.64]
.145
[3.68]
.250
[6.35]
ROTOR
TERMINAL .008
[0.20]
.040
[1.02]
.195
[4.95]
ADJUSTING SLOT
.020/0.51 X .018/0.46
STATOR
TERMINAL
.065
[1.65]
.008
[0.20]
.015
[0.38]
.060
[1.52]
.218
[5.54]
.045
[1.14]
.030
[0.76]
.090
[2.29]
.145
[3.68]
.016 DIA. WIRE
[0.41] STATOR
TERMINAL
.200
[5.08]
.100
[2.54]
.035
[0.89] DIA.
.060
[1.52]
RECOMMENDED
MOUNTING HOLES
.020
[0.51] DIA.
Ordering Data
528-002
.239
[6.07]
TUSONIX
Part
Number
Dielectric
Type
Code
Capaci-
tance
Range
(pF)
TUSONIX
Part
Number
Dielectric
Type
Code
Capaci-
tance
Range
(pF)
.088
[2.24]
.235
[5.97]
STATOR
TERMINAL
.025
[0.64]
528-000
528-000
528-000
528-000
528-000
528-000
528-000
528-000
528-000
A
A
A
A
C
A
E
F
F
1.0-3
2.0-5
3.0-8
3.5-10
3.5-10
4.0-14
4.5-15
3.5-17
6.0-22
528-002
528-002
528-002
528-002
528-002
528-002
528-002
528-002
528-002
A
A
A
A
C
A
E
F
F
1.25-3
2-5
3-8
3.5-10
3.5-10
4-14
4.5-15
3.5-17
6-22
.020
[0.51]
Specifications
Working Voltage: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Vdc at 125°C
Dielectric Strength . . . . . . . . . . 200 WVdc for 1 to 5 seconds
Operating Temperature Range . . . . . . . . . . . -55°C to 125°C
Q Factor @ 1 MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500 Min
Insulation Resistance. .10 gigaohms minimum at 25
°
C ±5°C
Torque. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.3 to 3.0 oz. in.[0.2-2.0 Ncm]
Performance Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
Marking:
All units will be marked with the TUSONIX
trademark, capacitance range and dielectirc type code.
Example:
T 1-3•
.045
[1.14] DIA.
RECOMMENDED
MOUNTING HOLES
For dimensions
≥
.126”/3.20mm, tolerance is ±.015/0.38
For dimensions
≤
.125”/3.18mm, tolerance is ±.005/0.13
How to Order
Begin with ‘0’, then specify series ‘528’ followed by
the three digit Terminal Variation you select from the
above options. Then list the Dielectric Type Code
you select from the table and the corresponding Ca-
pacitance Range.
EXAMPLE:
0528-002F6.0-22
4
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Tucson, Arizona 85743
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www.tusonix.com
Web Site: www.tusonix.com
E-mail: sales@tusonix.com
Trimmer
538 Series Trimmer Capacitor
USONIX’s 538 Series featured on this page is miniaturized for
today’s circuitry. All ceramic construction with optically flat inter-
faces provides tuning smoothness not obtainable with compression
type trimmers.
The silver electrodes are intimately bonded to the top surfaces of
the base and rotor. The terminals and other metal parts are nonfer-
rous and silver-plated to provide excellent conductivity and trouble
free soldering.
A variety of capacitance ranges, terminations and mounting provi-
sions makes these popular trimmers ideal for nearly all applications.
T
Dimensions
ADJUSTING SLOT
.032 [0.81] WIDE X .030 [0.76] DEEP
.046
[1.17]
DIA.
.093
[2.36]
.046
[1.17]
Ordering Data
MIL PRF-81
Designation
CV31 TUSONIX
Style 538-054
MIL PRF-81
Designation
CV32 TUSONIX
Style 538-067
Dielectric
Type
Code
Capacitance
Range
(pF)
.200
[5.08]
.585
[14.86]
.035
[0.89]
.125 MAX.
[3.18 MAX.]
.375
[9.53]
.533
[13.54]
.023 [0.58]
.130
[3.30]
INDICATES
ROTOR TERMINAL
.275
6.99]
.012
[0.30]
STATOR TERMINAL
Specify series 538
followed by the three
digit Terminal
Variation you select
from the chart below.
Then list the Dielectric
type code from the
table at the right and
the corresponding
Capacitance Range.
EXAMPLE:
538-002 A 2-8
CV31A080
CV31B110
--
CV31C100
CV31D150
--
CV31A180
--
--
CV31B250
CV31C250
CV31D350
CV31E600
CV32A080
CV32B110
--
CV32C100
CV32D150
--
CV32A180
--
--
CV32B250
CV32C250
CV32D350
CV32E600
A
B
A
C
D
B
A
F
D
B
C
D
F
2.0 to 8
2.5 to 11
3.0 to 10
3.0 to 10
3.0 to 15
3.5 to 14
5.5 to 18
5.0 to 25
5.5 to 25
7.0 to 25
8.0 to 25
9.0 to 35
15.0 to 60
538-000
Variation
Terminal Variation Options
002
.275
[6.99]
Specifications
Working Voltage A,B,C:
006
.300
[7.62]
. . . . .
350Vdc @ 85°C
STATOR TERM.
.150
[3.81]
.040
[1.02]
011
.100
[2.54]
014
.300
[7.62]
.363
[9.22]
0.109 [2.77] DIA.
MOUNTING HOLES
TOP & BOTTOM ADJUST
.300
[7.62]
.040
[1.02]
0.047 [1.19] DIA.
MOUNTING HOLES
200Vdc @ 125°C
Working Voltage D & F:
. . . . .
200Vdc @ 85°C
100Vdc @ 125°C
Dielectric Strength:
. . . .
. 500 Vdc for 1-5 Sec.
Operating Temp. Range:
. . . . .
-55°C to 125°C
Q Factor @ 1 MHz:
. . . . . . . . .
500 Minimum
I.R.: . . . . . . . . . . 10 gigaohms min. at 25
°
C ±5°C
Torque:
. . . . . . . .
1.0-6.0 oz. in.[0.7-4.3 Ncm]
Performance Specification.:
. . . . . . . .
Page 6
Marking:
All units will be marked with the
TUSONIX trademark, capactance
range and dielectric type code.
Example:
T 2-8 A
.145
[3.68]
.405
[10.29]
0.047 [1.19] DIA.
MOUNTING HOLES
.187
[4.75]
.300
[7.62]
.387
[9.83]
0.047 [1.19] DIA.
MOUNTING HOLES
017
026
037
.250
[6.35]
073
.100
[2.54]
.130
[3.30]
.150
[3.81]
074
.068
[1.72]
MIN. I.D.
.100
[2.54]
.363
[9.22]
.040
[1.02]
0.047 [1.19] DIA.
MOUNTING HOLES
.194
[4.93]
.012
[0.30]
.300
[7.62]
.150
[3.81]
.300
[7.62]
0.047 [1.19] DIA.
MOUNTING HOLES
.200
[5.08
.300
[7.62]
0.109 [2.77] DIA.
MOUNTING HOLES
0.047 [1.19] DIA.
MOUNTING HOLES
.400
[10.16]
0.047/1.19 DIA.
MOUNTING HOLES
For dimensions
≤
.125”/3.18mm, tolerance is ±.015/0.38
For dimensions
≥
.126”/3.20mm, tolerance is ±.030/0.76
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