4306M-101-202

Resistor Networks, Arrays

The 4306M-101-202 is a chip-sized, distributed resistance network comprised of a total of 24 miniature resistors and 1 common terminal. It is a natural choice for applications that need to measure voltage or current, and it has the added advantage of being able to span high frequencies and wide temperature ranges. This versatile component is made of thin film and operates by pumping current out through the resistors, while the common terminal can be used to measure the voltage.

Applications

The 4306M-101-202 is ideal for applications where precise voltages or currents must be converted into a linear range. Typical applications include voltage or current sensing, current-limiting, over-voltage and over-current protection, and power supply regulation circuits. The 4306M-101-202 can be used for measuring either AC or DC signals, and it also supports the connection of various types of input signals with a wide range of resistors available for selection.

Working Principle

The 4306M-101-202 relies on the concept of distributed resistance networks. Each resistor element in the network functions as a step resistor that, when energized, divides the voltage across the total resistance of each network. The 4306M-101-202 creates a linear relationship between input voltage and its output current by dividing the input voltage across the total resistance of the network. The output current is determined by the network’s resistance value and the input voltage applied to it.

The 4306M-101-202 is built with thin film resistors for a single array of 24 resistors that can be adjusted for different values depending upon the application requirements. Depending on the configuration, these resistors can be connected in series, parallel or in combination and these values are adjustable to achieve wider dynamic ranges and resolution.

Advantages and Limitations

The 4306M-101-202 offers several advantages compared to other types of distributed resistance networks. It is highly immune to temperature changes with stable resistance over a wide range of temperatures. It also has a low noise output, low power consumption, and a wide dynamic range due to its adjustable resistance. It can also accommodate a wide range of input and output signals, allowing for a wide range of applications.

The 4306M-101-202 is not without limitation, however. Like all resistor networks, the 4306M-101-202 has a limited bandwidth that limits its ability to measure frequencies higher than a few kHz. It is also limited by its limited resolution, with higher resolution requiring a larger number of resistors.

Conclusion

The 4306M-101-202 is a compact, easy-to-use chip-sized, distributed resistance network designed for numerous applications. It is highly immune to temperature changes and offers low noise output, low power consumption and a wide dynamic range due to adjustable values. This versatile component can be used to measure AC or DC signals of varying frequency and temperature and is capable of handling a wide range of input and output signals for a wide range of applications.