EP5W15RJ Resistors

EP5W15RJ Application Field and Working Principle

EP5W15RJ is a through-hole resistor, which is an electronic component that provides resistance to electrical current in a circuit. It is usually used in consumer electronics as well as industrial, automotive and military applications. The EP5W15RJ has a resistive element wrapped around a ceramic core and then encased inside a protective casing.

Features of the EP5W15RJ

• High Stability
• High Quality
• High Accuracy
• High Operating Temperature
• High Volume Production

Specifications of the EP5W15RJ

• Size: 5W
• Resistance Range: 0.5kΩ – 15kΩ
• Tolerance: ±5%, ±2%
• Termination: Straight Tube & Right Angle Tube
• Power Rating: 5W
• Operating Temperature: -55°C to +205°C
• Type of Core Material: Ceramic

Working Principle

The EP5W15RJ consists of a resistive element which is wrapped around a ceramic core and then encased in a protective casing. This resistive element is made up of a combination of resistors that provide resistance to electrical current. The ceramic core acts as an insulator to prevent any current leakage and increases the working temperature of the component. The casing protects the element from external environmental factors such as heat, dust and moisture.

When electrical current passes through the EP5W15RJ, it creates heat. This heat is dissipated into the air by the ceramic core, allowing the component to operate at high and sustained levels of power without overheating. The combination of the resistive element and ceramic core also allows for high accuracy of resistance and stability of the component over a range of temperatures.

Applications of the EP5W15RJ

The EP5W15RJ through-hole resistor is widely used in a variety of applications, such as consumer electronics, industrial, automotive and military applications. It can be used as a current limiter, a voltage divider, and an amplifier gain adjustment. It is also used in resistor-capacitor (RC) circuits for filtering, signal smoothing, and time delays.

In addition, the EP5W15RJ can be used as a frequency discriminator in telecommunications, as a power resistor for motor control, as an adjustable voltage regulator in AC/DC power supplies, and as a termination resistor in power transistors.

Conclusion

The EP5W15RJ through-hole resistor is a high-quality, high-accuracy, and high-stability component that has a wide range of applications in consumer electronics, industrial, automotive and military applications. It is designed for high volume production and is capable of operating in high temperatures, making it an ideal choice for a variety of electronic circuits.