Genuine Icom 6pF Ceramic Trimmer Capacitor for Precision RF Tuning
The Icom 4610000100 is a precision 6pF ceramic trimmer capacitor designed for professional repair and alignment of Icom radio equipment. This genuine OEM component from the CV05A series provides adjustable capacitance for RF tuning, oscillator trimming, and circuit alignment in transceiver circuits. The through-hole design with metal solder tabs ensures secure mounting and reliable electrical connection.
Key Features
- Genuine Icom factory replacement part - ensures exact specifications and reliable adjustment
- Adjustable capacitance: 6pF nominal value for fine-tuning RF circuits
- CV05A0601 series precision ceramic trimmer construction
- CTZ51A model designation indicating high-stability ceramic dielectric
- Top-adjust design with slotted screw for easy alignment access
- Through-hole mounting with sturdy metal solder tabs for secure PCB installation
- Low loss tangent ideal for high-frequency RF applications and oscillator circuits
Compatible Models
- Icom IC-761 HF All-Mode Transceiver
- Various other Icom transceiver models requiring precision RF alignment components
- Consult your radio's service manual or alignment procedure for exact component location
What's Included
- One (1) Icom 6pF ceramic trimmer capacitor
Application and Installation
Professional Installation and Alignment Required: This trimmer capacitor is a precision adjustment component used in RF circuits, oscillators, filters, and other tuned circuits requiring exact frequency alignment. Installation and adjustment should only be performed by qualified electronics technicians or certified Icom service centers with proper RF test equipment including spectrum analyzers, frequency counters, or signal generators. Improper adjustment can result in degraded performance, frequency drift, or reduced sensitivity.
Trimmer capacitors are commonly used in VCO (Voltage Controlled Oscillator) circuits, local oscillator stages, RF filter alignment, antenna matching networks, and other circuits requiring precise capacitance adjustment. The 6pF value makes this component ideal for fine-tuning resonant circuits in HF, VHF, and UHF frequency ranges. Proper alignment is essential for maintaining accurate frequency calibration, optimal selectivity, and maximum sensitivity in receiver and transmitter circuits.
Alignment Procedure: When replacing this trimmer capacitor, initial adjustment should match the original setting if possible. Use a non-metallic alignment tool to prevent detuning and hand capacitance effects. Follow the radio's service manual alignment procedure exactly, using appropriate test equipment to verify proper frequency, sensitivity, or other specifications. Make small adjustments incrementally and allow circuits to stabilize between adjustments. Document final settings for future reference.
Installation Notes: Solder the metal tabs securely to the PCB pads using proper technique. Avoid excessive heat that could damage the ceramic dielectric. Ensure the trimmer body sits flush against the PCB for mechanical stability. The adjustment screw should rotate smoothly without binding. Clean any flux residue after installation. Never force the adjustment screw beyond its mechanical stops, as this can damage the internal capacitor plates.
Technical Specifications
- Nominal Capacitance: 6pF
- Series: CV05A0601
- Model: CTZ51A
- Type: Variable ceramic trimmer capacitor
- Adjustment: Top-adjust with slotted screw
- Mounting: Through-hole with solder tabs
- Dielectric: High-stability ceramic
Part Numbers
- Icom Part Number: 4610000100
- Component Specification: CV05A0601
- Model Designation: CTZ51A 6pF
- Compatible Model: IC-761
