4816P-T02-103

Resistor Networks, Arrays, and 4816P-T02-103 are essential components in the fields of electrical engineering. Fundamental knowledge of the applications and working principles is essential for the proper operation and maintenance of these necessary resistive components.  This article provides an overview of the application field and working principle of the 4816P-T02-103.

The 4816P-T02-103 is a patented, 3-terminal resistor network composed of eight (8) discrete resistors and a bridge circuit, all integrated onto a single chip. It is used to amplify the signal coming from the sensor or source into the microcontroller. The exact resistor values for the eight (8) resistors in the component depend on its application. It is available in different resistance values depending on desired output. It is rated both for the 12V and 24V versions.

The core of the 4816P-T02-103 is the bridge circuit, which is composed of four independent resistor legs, two of which terminals are connected directly to the application power supply. The two remaining terminals are then connected to the input and output ports of the microcontroller. The main function of bridge circuit is to provide a path for current to flow between the power supply and the microcontroller.

The 4816P-T02-103 application field lies primarily within the automotive industry. This component finds extensive use in fuel injector systems, and in other types of engine control systems. In these applications, the accurately controlled resistive elements within the resistor network act as part of a feedback system, providing the basis for the microcontroller to control and monitor the engine operation. 

The working principle of the 4816P-T02-103 is based on basic electrical principles. In most applications, the resistor network integrates with other components, such as capacitors, inductors, resistors, and transistors, in order to achieve a desired signal amplitude range. The resistive element of the 4816P-T02-103 act as voltage dividers, preventing excessive voltages from entering the microcontroller while allowing the microcontroller to access the signal. The eight resistors act in tandem to provide a wider range of resistive properties and therefore allow for more precise control over the signal.

In conclusion, the 4816P-T02-103 is a patented 3-terminal resistor network composed of eight discrete resistors and a bridge circuit with 12-24 volts rating. The component is used to amplify the signal from a sensor or source into the microcontroller and is used primarily in the automotive industry for fuel injector systems and other system control applications. The resistor network works on basic electrical principles of voltage dividers, providing an accurately controlled resistive elements which is necessary for the proper functioning of the microcontroller.