Understand the difference.

Compare the meaning, drawing context and source references of two entries. A similar graphic or shared abbreviation does not establish equivalence.

POT

IEEE / ANSI

ANSI/IEEE potentiometer symbol

The mobile-contact resistor form identifies a wiper associated with a resistive element. Its two end terminals and movable contact define the circuit connection, making the wiper path important when reading setpoint or feedback wiring.

Drawing use

SLD / Schematic

Application

Electronic components

Reference family

IEEE / ANSI / Manufacturer

Form evidence

Autodesk IEEE-oriented Resistive Components functional form. Autodesk explicitly publishes this block under IEEE Symbol Preview. The counterpart is the matching functional concept; no equivalence of every detailed standard graphic is asserted.

A distinction that matters

A three-terminal divider connection and a two-terminal variable-resistance connection use the component differently.

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POT

Symbols

Potentiometer

A potentiometer uses a movable contact on a resistive element to provide a documented adjustable divider or resistance. Its end terminals and wiper must be distinguishable.

Drawing use

SLD / Schematic

Application

Control circuits

Reference family

IEC / Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

A potentiometer used as a divider has three circuit connections; a rheostat connection uses a variable resistive path.

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