Resistors-Chassis Mount

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
EWT25JB75R0 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 75 OHM 5% 25W	0
KAL50JB30K0 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 30K OHM 5% 50W	0
KAL50FB1K50 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 1.5K OHM 1% 50W	267
KAL50FB15K0 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 15K OHM 1% 50W	0
KAL10FB20R0 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 20 OHM 1% 12.5W	168
KAL50FB8R00 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 8 OHM 1% 50W	0
EWT100JB25R0 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 25 OHM 5% 100W	0
NKAL50HB10R0 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 10 OHM 3% 50W	0
EWT100JB5R00 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 5 OHM 5% 100W	0
EWT225JB2K50 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 2.5K OHM 5% 225W	0
EWT225JB50R0 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 50 OHM 5% 225W	0
KAL50FB5R00 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 5 OHM 1% 50W	3956
KAL50FB35R0 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 35 OHM 1% 50W	131
KAL50JB6R80 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 6.8 OHM 5% 50W	0
KAL50FB20K0 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 20K OHM 1% 50W	0
KAL10JB150R Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 150 OHM 5% 12.5W	0
KAL50JBR180 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 0.18 OHM 5% 50W	0
KAL250FB12R0 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 12 OHM 1% 250W	0
KAL10JBR750 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 0.75 OHM 5% 12.5W	0
KAL10JBR500 Stackpole Electronics, Inc.	RES CHAS MNT 0.5 OHM 5% 12.5W	0

Resistors-Chassis Mount

1. Overview

Chassis Mount Resistors are specialized electronic components designed for direct mounting onto equipment chassis or heat sinks. They provide critical functions including current limiting, voltage division, and energy dissipation in high-power applications. Their importance in modern technology lies in enabling thermal management stability and electrical performance in industrial, automotive, and power electronics systems.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Wirewound Chassis Mount	High precision, pulse stability, 10-100W power rating	Industrial motor drives, test equipment
Film Type Chassis Mount	Low noise, fast response, 5-50W rating	Communication infrastructure, medical devices
Ceramic Composite Mount	High-temperature resistance, 50-300W rating	EV charging systems, renewable energy inverters

3. Structure and Composition

Typical construction includes:

Aluminum alloy heat-dissipating housing (surface-anodized for insulation)
High-purity ceramic substrate with resistive element (NiCr or TaN)
Multi-layer silicone coating for vibration resistance
Brass/copper alloy mounting terminals (anti-corrosion plated)

Thermal interface materials (TIM) ensure efficient heat transfer to chassis.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Importance	Typical Range
Rated Power	Determines thermal handling capacity	5-500W
Resistance Range	Affects current regulation precision	0.1 -100k
Tolerance	Impacts circuit accuracy	0.5% to 5%
Temperature Coefficient	Stability over operating temperature	50-200ppm/ C
Dielectric Strength	Safety insulation performance	1.5-5kV

5. Application Fields

Primary industries include:

Industrial automation (variable frequency drives, PLCs)
Renewable energy (solar inverters, wind turbine converters)
Transportation (EV on-board chargers, railway traction systems)
Telecommunications (base station power amplifiers, data center PSUs)

Case Study: 300W ceramic composite resistors in EV fast chargers enable 15-minute battery charging cycles.

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
Vishay Precision Group	CPW-100	100W wirewound, 0.1% tolerance
Ohmite Manufacturing	270 series	500W ceramic housing, IP65 rated
Panasonic Electronic	ERJ-P11	Thin-film technology, 100ppm/ C stability

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Calculate required power derating (70% of max rating recommended)
Match resistance value with system voltage/current requirements
Evaluate thermal interface compatibility with chassis
Consider environmental factors (humidity, vibration, ambient temperature)
Budget allocation: High-reliability models may cost 2-3 standard versions

8. Industry Trends Analysis

Current development trends include:

Nano-ceramic materials enabling 40% smaller form factors
Integrated temperature sensing resistors for smart power systems
Graphene-enhanced thermal coatings improving heat dissipation by 25%
Automotive-grade models supporting 150 C operating temperatures
Industry 4.0 compatibility with IoT-enabled resistance monitoring

Market projections indicate 8.7% CAGR through 2030 driven by EV and 5G infrastructure demands.