ABB 3BHL000406P0103 VFW Series High‑Power Discharge Resistor

Description

Technical Specifications

Electrical Parameters

• Resistance Value: 40 kΩ (nominal)
• Power Rating: 200 W (continuous)
• Tolerance: ±1% or ±5% (available variants)
• Temperature Coefficient: Ultra‑low temperature coefficient (minimizes resistance drift)
• Rated Voltage: 110 V DC/AC
• Dielectric Withstanding Voltage: Complies with industrial safety standards for high‑voltage isolation
• Insulation Resistance: High insulation resistance between resistive element and aluminum housing

Mechanical & Environmental

• Series: VFW (ABB high‑power industrial resistor series)
• Package Type: Fixed, axial‑lead, through‑hole mounting
• Housing Material: Aluminum (excellent thermal conductivity for heat dissipation)
• Dimensions: Compact industrial form factor (standard for PCB and chassis mounting)
• Weight: Approximately 0.51 kg
• Operating Temperature: -55°C to +265°C (extended industrial temperature range)
• Storage Temperature: -65°C to +275°C
• Humidity: 5%–95% RH (non‑condensing)
• Vibration/Shock: Complies with IEC 60068‑2‑6 (vibration) and IEC 60068‑2‑27 (shock) standards
• Thermal Resistance: Low thermal resistance for efficient heat dissipation
• Certifications: CE, RoHS, and ABB industrial component quality certifications

Key Features

• High Power Handling: 200W continuous power rating supports heavy‑duty industrial discharge and load applications.
• Ultra‑Stable Resistance: Low temperature coefficient ensures consistent resistance values across extreme temperature ranges.
• Extreme Temperature Resistance: Operates reliably from -55°C to +265°C, suitable for harsh industrial environments.
• Rugged Construction: Aluminum housing and high‑grade materials provide excellent mechanical and thermal stability.
• Precision Performance: Available in ±1% tolerance for precision measurement and control circuits.
• Excellent Heat Dissipation: Optimized design for efficient thermal management, preventing overheating during continuous operation.
• Long Service Life: Industrial‑grade components and rigorous testing ensure extended operational life with minimal drift.
• Versatile Mounting: Axial‑lead, through‑hole design compatible with standard PCB and chassis mounting configurations.
• EMI/RFI Immunity: Stable performance in high‑electromagnetic‑interference industrial environments.
• Safety Compliance: Meets international safety and environmental standards for industrial electronic components.

Application Scenarios

• Industrial Automation: Discharge and load resistors for servo drives, variable‑frequency drives, PLC systems, and motion controllers.
• Power Electronics: Energy discharge, current limiting, and voltage division in inverters, converters, power supplies, and UPS systems.
• Precision Measurement: Precision resistive elements in test equipment, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and data acquisition systems.
• Motor Control Systems: Overvoltage protection and dynamic braking resistors for high‑power motor drives.
• Renewable Energy: Discharge circuits for solar inverters, wind turbine converters, and energy storage systems.
• Telecommunications: Load resistors and signal conditioning components in communication equipment and base stations.
• Automotive Electronics: High‑temperature resistors for electric vehicle (EV) powertrains, battery management systems, and charging infrastructure.
• Aerospace & Defense: Rugged resistors for avionics, radar systems, and military-grade electronic equipment.
• Medical Devices: Stable resistive components in medical imaging, diagnostic, and therapeutic equipment.
• Manufacturing & Process Control: Industrial control panels, robotics, and automated production line control systems.