Metal-Film Resistors Sport High Power Ratings

The RNS Series metal-film, through-hole resistors offer options including a standard 1/8W body size with a 1/2W power rating, 1/4W size with a 1W rating, and the 1/2W size with a 2W watt rating.
July 26, 2010
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The RNS Series metal-film, through-hole resistors offer options including a standard 1/8W body size with a 1/2W power rating, 1/4W size with a 1W rating, and the 1/2W size with a 2W watt rating. A unique power film alloy claims responsibility for these feats. Applications include home appliances, power supplies, instrumentation, safety equipment, welding systems, robotics, and industrial. Pricing varies with size, tolerance, TCR, and resistance values and ranges from $0.015 to $0.10 each in full reel quantities. STACKPOLE ELECTRONICS INC., Raleigh, NC. (888) 734-7347.

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