Potentiometer — symbol and terminals
The Potentiometer is an educational electrical model used in the General Electrical section of the lab. Three-terminal divider with an adjustable wiper position. Place the symbol on the schematic, wire the listed terminals and run the solver to explore its behaviour. Models are simplified for teaching and must not be used to design or service real equipment.
| Terminal | Name | Function |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Terminal 1 | left |
| 2 | Wiper | top |
| 3 | Terminal 3 | right |
Standard reference: IEC 60617. Symbols are original educational drawings; always verify against the applicable standard and manufacturer documentation.