by Frida Hovsepian | Mar 27, 2013 | Resistors, Wirewound resistors
Wirewound resistors have some very desirable characteristics. They have superior surge handling capability. They can offer higher precision and more tightly controlled temperature coefficients than any other technology. And, they are more stable. Several applications...
by Riedon | Sep 6, 2012 | Resistors, Ultronix, vishay, Wirewound resistors
If you’re looking resistors with special wire alloys including Platinum and Balco, they are available with temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR) ratings from ‑20 ppm/°C to +6000 ppm/°C. Resistances are from 0.1 ohms to several thousand ohms (depending...
by Frida Hovsepian | May 20, 2011 | Digikey, Resistors, Wirewound resistors
Resistors as Heaters Power resistors and resistance heaters share many common design considerations. In both products, good thermal design ensures low thermal resistance between the element and the exterior environment. Both must be rugged and reliable. Power...
