Description

The 10K Ohm 5W Horizontal (Axial) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor ±5% Tolerance is a high-performance, durable resistor designed for power applications requiring reliable resistance control and efficient heat dissipation. With a resistance value of 10,000 Ohms (10K Ohm) and a power rating of 5 watts, this resistor is ideal for use in a wide range of industrial, automotive, and electronic circuits where moderate to high power handling and precise resistance values are essential.

Key Features:

• Resistance: 10K Ohms (10,000 Ohms), providing stable and accurate resistance suitable for applications like voltage regulation, signal conditioning, current-limiting, and power distribution circuits.
• Power Rating: 5 watts (5W), ensuring that the resistor can handle moderate power levels and dissipate heat efficiently without the risk of overheating. It’s perfect for medium to high-power circuits requiring robust performance.
• Tolerance: ±5% tolerance, meaning the resistance value will be within 5% of the specified 10,000 Ohms. This level of tolerance is acceptable for general-purpose applications where precise accuracy is not critical, but reliability is.
• Wirewound Construction: The wirewound design ensures high accuracy, temperature stability, and the ability to handle high currents. Wirewound resistors are known for their longevity, precision, and consistent resistance over a wide range of conditions.
• Cement Body: The cement casing provides excellent thermal management, preventing the resistor from overheating under continuous power dissipation. It also ensures durability against environmental factors and adds mechanical protection to the resistor.
• Axial Mounting: The horizontal (axial) mounting type allows for easy integration into printed circuit boards (PCBs). The axial leads make installation efficient, especially in designs where space is constrained or where reliable mounting is necessary for high-power applications.

Technical Specifications:

• Resistance: 10K Ohms (10,000 Ohms)
• Power Rating: 5W
• Tolerance: ±5%
• Construction Type: Wirewound with cement body
• Mounting Type: Axial (Horizontal)
• Temperature Range: Typically from -55°C to +155°C (standard for cement power resistors)

Applications:

• Power Supplies: Ideal for use in power supply circuits where resistors are needed for current regulation, voltage control, and power dissipation to ensure stable operation of the power system.
• Current Limiting: Perfect for current-limiting applications where the resistor helps prevent excess current from damaging sensitive components by keeping the current flow within safe limits.
• Voltage Dividers: Used in voltage divider circuits to ensure stable and accurate voltage levels are maintained for measuring or conditioning signals.
• Motor Control Systems: Commonly used in motor control circuits, where resistors are critical for regulating power flow and protecting the system from overcurrent and voltage spikes.
• Load Resistors: Can act as load resistors in testing, calibration, and performance evaluation of power circuits, helping dissipate energy safely during testing processes.
• Automotive Electronics: Suited for use in automotive systems, where resistors regulate power, prevent surges, and ensure the longevity of sensitive electronic components in demanding environments.
• Inductive Heating Systems: Ideal for use in high-power inductive heating applications, providing necessary resistance and efficient heat management to control heating elements and other power components.

Why Choose the 10K Ohm 5W Horizontal (Axial) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor?

The 10K Ohm 5W Horizontal (Axial) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor is an excellent choice for power circuits that require dependable performance, durability, and efficient heat management. With its 5W power rating, it is capable of safely dissipating moderate to high levels of power, ensuring long-term stability in your circuits.

The wirewound construction offers precise resistance and temperature stability, making it ideal for high-precision applications. The cement body ensures effective heat dissipation and provides robust protection against environmental factors, contributing to the resistor's reliability. The ±5% tolerance is well-suited for general-purpose applications where precise resistance values are important but not critical, offering an excellent balance between performance and cost.

Whether you are working on power supplies, voltage dividers, current-limiting circuits, motor control systems, or automotive electronics, the 10K Ohm 5W Horizontal (Axial) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor will provide reliable, consistent, and long-lasting performance in your high-power applications. Its efficient power handling and rugged construction make it an essential component for a wide range of industries and electronic systems.