Fusible resistors are a preferred passive component for many design engineers because they combine two roles: a fuse and a resistor. Using one component versus two saves costs and PCB space. Fusible ...

Find a downloadable version of this story in pdf format at the end of the story. Fusible resistors typically utilize one of two technology types: film resistor technology or wirewound technology.

TT Electronics is shipping its UL-recognised, fusible resistor family – the WHS-UL Series. Developed for inrush control applications, such as power supplies, UPS, energy metering, and motor drives, TT ...

For applications such as smoke detectors requiring resistors with various levels of surge handling capabilities and the requirement of fusing, the FRN Series is a ...