Description

The 100K Ohm 5W Vertical (MPR) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor ±5% Tolerance is a high-performance, medium-power resistor designed to provide accurate resistance and reliable power dissipation in a wide range of applications. Its wirewound construction and cement body make it highly durable and capable of handling power dissipation effectively, even in demanding circuits.

Key Features:

• Resistance: 100,000 Ohms (100K Ohm), offering a precise and stable resistance value that is ideal for high-resistance applications such as voltage dividers, signal processing, and current regulation.
• Power Rating: 5 watts (5W), allowing the resistor to safely dissipate up to 5 watts of power without overheating. This power rating is well-suited for medium-power applications that require reliable power handling over long durations.
• Tolerance: ±5% tolerance, meaning the actual resistance will be within 5% of the nominal 100K Ohm value. This tolerance level is suitable for general-purpose applications where ultra-precise resistance is not necessary.
• Wirewound Construction: The wirewound design ensures high accuracy, excellent thermal stability, and the ability to handle higher currents and power dissipation without significant resistance variation.
• Cement Body: The cement casing helps with effective heat dissipation, preventing the resistor from overheating. The cement also adds mechanical durability and environmental protection, which is particularly useful in industrial, automotive, and other rugged environments.
• Vertical Mounting (MPR): The vertical (MPR) mounting style allows for efficient integration into space-constrained PCB designs, providing a secure and stable placement while optimizing space usage.

Technical Specifications:

• Resistance: 100K Ohms (100,000 Ohms)
• Power Rating: 5W
• Tolerance: ±5%
• Construction Type: Wirewound with cement body
• Mounting Type: Vertical (MPR)
• Temperature Range: Typically from -55°C to +155°C (standard for cement power resistors)

Applications:

• Voltage Dividers: The 100K Ohm resistor is ideal for use in voltage divider circuits, where it helps create specific voltage levels for signal measurement, processing, or control applications.
• Power Supplies: It can be used in power supply circuits to regulate current flow, stabilize voltage, and dissipate power safely.
• Current Limiting: In current-limiting circuits, this resistor prevents excessive current from damaging sensitive components, ensuring safe and reliable operation of the circuit.
• Signal Processing: Used in signal processing circuits to control and filter signals, ensuring stable and accurate signal conditions.
• Load Resistors: The resistor can also be employed as a load resistor in test circuits, simulating real-world operating conditions and ensuring proper circuit behavior during testing.
• Automotive Electronics: In automotive systems, the 100K Ohm resistor helps regulate power distribution, prevents voltage spikes, and ensures the protection of sensitive components.
• Inductive Heating Systems: Suitable for inductive heating applications where precise power dissipation and heat management are necessary.

Why Choose the 100K Ohm 5W Vertical (MPR) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor?

The 100K Ohm 5W Vertical (MPR) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor is the perfect choice for medium-power applications where accurate resistance and efficient power dissipation are required. With its 5W power rating, it can safely handle continuous or transient power dissipation without overheating, ensuring stable performance over time.

The wirewound construction ensures high accuracy and thermal stability, making it ideal for power-sensitive circuits where consistent resistance is necessary. The cement body facilitates effective heat dissipation, preventing the resistor from overheating even in high-power conditions. This feature also offers mechanical protection against environmental factors such as moisture and vibration, making it suitable for use in harsh environments.

The ±5% tolerance provides a good balance between performance and cost-effectiveness, making it ideal for general-purpose applications where precision is important but ultra-accuracy is not essential. The vertical (MPR) mounting style allows for easy integration into compact PCB designs, ensuring efficient use of space.

Whether you are designing voltage dividers, power supplies, current-limiting circuits, signal processing circuits, or working on automotive electronics or inductive heating systems, the 100K Ohm 5W Vertical (MPR) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor offers excellent performance and long-term reliability.