Description

The 22 Ohm 5W Vertical (MPR) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor ±5% Tolerance is a reliable and durable component designed for medium to high-power applications. With a resistance value of 22 Ohms and a power rating of 5 watts, this vertical wirewound resistor ensures efficient heat dissipation, precision resistance, and consistent performance in a variety of demanding circuits.

Key Features:

• Resistance: 22 Ohms, providing a stable resistance for use in current limiting, voltage regulation, signal conditioning, and power distribution circuits. It is ideal for applications that require a specific resistance value to maintain proper circuit operation.
• Power Rating: 5 watts (5W), ensuring that the resistor can handle moderate power dissipation without risk of overheating. This power rating makes it suitable for medium to high-power applications where reliable resistance is necessary.
• Tolerance: ±5% tolerance, meaning the actual resistance value will be within 5% of the nominal 22 Ohms. This tolerance level is suitable for general-purpose applications where exact precision is not critical, but consistent and reliable performance is needed.
• Wirewound Construction: The wirewound design offers high accuracy, excellent temperature stability, and the ability to handle higher currents than other resistor types. Wirewound resistors are known for their longevity and consistent performance.
• Cement Body: The cement casing helps to efficiently dissipate heat generated by the resistor during operation, ensuring that the component stays within safe temperature limits. The cement body also provides physical protection against external environmental factors.
• Vertical Mounting (MPR): The vertical (MPR) mounting style allows the resistor to be installed upright on printed circuit boards (PCBs) or in tight spaces where a vertical arrangement is preferred. The axial leads offer secure and reliable connections for easy integration into designs.

Technical Specifications:

• Resistance: 22 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:

• Power Supplies: Ideal for power supply circuits where resistors manage current flow, limit voltage, and dissipate excess energy. It helps ensure the stability and protection of power systems.
• Current Limiting: Perfect for current-limiting applications where the resistor restricts excessive current flow, protecting sensitive components from damage caused by overcurrent conditions.
• Voltage Dividers: Used in voltage divider circuits to set specific voltage levels for signal conditioning, measurements, and other applications.
• Motor Control Circuits: Often employed in motor control systems where the resistor regulates current and prevents overcurrent conditions, ensuring smooth operation of motors.
• Load Resistors: Acts as a load resistor in testing and calibration of circuits, helping to dissipate power and simulate real-world operating conditions during performance evaluation.
• Inductive Heating Systems: Suitable for use in inductive heating applications, where the resistor provides stable resistance while managing power dissipation and preventing overheating in the system.
• Automotive Electronics: Used in automotive electronics, where reliable performance under high current and thermal stress is essential for the proper functioning of various electronic components and systems.

Why Choose the 22 Ohm 5W Vertical (MPR) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor?

The 22 Ohm 5W Vertical (MPR) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor is the ideal choice for applications where medium power handling and precise resistance are essential. The 5W power rating ensures it can manage substantial power dissipation without overheating, making it suitable for a wide range of circuits that need reliable and consistent performance.

The wirewound construction ensures high accuracy and temperature stability, ensuring that the resistor maintains its performance in a variety of conditions, including high current and fluctuating temperatures. The cement body provides excellent heat management, preventing overheating and extending the life of the resistor.

With its ±5% tolerance, it offers a good balance of precision and cost-effectiveness for general-purpose applications, where absolute accuracy is not critical but reliability is paramount. The vertical (MPR) mounting configuration makes it perfect for space-constrained designs or situations where components need to be arranged vertically on the PCB.

Whether you are designing power supplies, current-limiting circuits, voltage dividers, motor control systems, or automotive electronics, the 22 Ohm 5W Vertical (MPR) Wirewound Cement Power Resistor provides reliable, long-lasting performance. Its efficient power handling, precise resistance, and robust construction make it a versatile and valuable component for various high-power applications.