Description

The 18K Ohm 2W 5% Through Hole Resistor is a high-quality passive electronic component designed to limit the flow of electric current in a circuit. With a resistance of 18,000 ohms (18K Ω), this resistor is ideally suited for applications where a moderate level of resistance is required, such as in power supply circuits, signal processing, or voltage dividers.

Key Specifications:

1. Resistance Value: 18,000 Ohms (18K Ω), which makes it suitable for precision applications where a stable resistance is necessary.
2. Power Rating: 2 Watts (2W), indicating the maximum amount of power the resistor can safely dissipate without failure. This power rating ensures that the resistor can be used in circuits that require relatively higher power handling without overheating.
3. Tolerance: 5%, meaning the actual resistance value may vary within a ±5% range of the nominal 18KΩ. This tolerance level makes it suitable for general-purpose use, but less so for applications that demand very tight resistance precision.
4. Through Hole Mounting: This resistor is designed for through-hole mounting, meaning it has two leads that are inserted into holes in a printed circuit board (PCB) and soldered in place. This style is common in traditional electronics and provides reliable mechanical and electrical connection.
5. Construction: Made with high-quality materials, typically a metal oxide or carbon film, providing long-term reliability and stable performance under normal operating conditions.
6. Size and Dimensions: This resistor comes in a standard cylindrical body, with the size typically matching the traditional through-hole resistor design, ensuring compatibility with most common PCB layouts.

Applications: The 18K Ohm 2W 5% Through Hole Resistor is commonly used in a variety of electronic circuits, such as:

• Power supplies: In voltage divider circuits or load resistance applications.
• Signal processing: To limit current in signal lines or filter certain frequencies.
• Current-limiting circuits: For controlling the flow of current to sensitive components.

Its robust power handling and reliable performance make it suitable for both commercial and hobbyist electronics projects, as well as more complex industrial or automotive electronics systems.

This resistor is an essential component for many analog and digital circuits, offering an effective and cost-efficient solution for regulating current in a wide range of applications.