Vishay RTO 50 Power Resistor Datasheet

The document introduces the features and characteristics of Vishay Sfernice 50W power resistor, including 50W power, thick film technology, TO-220 package, leaded and surface mount versions, high power to size ratio, non inductive element, RoHS directive 2002/95/EC compatibility, etc.


Vishay RTO 50 Power Resistor Datasheet - cover page
Brand
Vishay
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
4
File format
PDF
File size
109 KB
Published
12 April, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
RTO 50
MD5 checksum
959347CC1F8C5687E947A8360D7A0D6E

About this manual

The RTO 50 is a 50 W thick‑film power resistor offered by Vishay Sfernice in a TO‑220 package. It features sand‑trimmed resistance values, non‑inductive construction, and is RoHS‑compliant. The device can be supplied in leaded (radial) or surface‑mount versions.

Technical data include a resistance range from 0.010 Ω to 550 kΩ, tolerances from ±1 % to ±10 %, and a temperature coefficient of ±150 ppm/°C. The resistor is rated for operation from –55 °C to +155 °C, with a thermal resistance (junction‑to‑case) of 2.6 °C/W and a maximum voltage rating of 300 V (UL).

What's inside

  • FEATURE
  • MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
  • ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
  • ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
  • CHOICE OF THE HEATSINK
  • PERFORMANCE TESTS
  • OVERLOADS
  • POWER RATING CHART
  • ORDERING INFORMATION
  • DISCLAIMER

Specifications

Power rating50 W at +25 °C (heatsink mounted)
Thermal resistance (junction‑to‑case)2.6 °C/W
Resistance range0.010 Ω to 550 kΩ
Tolerance±1 % to ±10 %
Temperature coefficient±150 ppm/°C
Maximum voltage300 V (UL)
Insulation resistance≥ 10⁶ MΩ
Operating temperature range-55 °C to +155 °C
Weight2.2 g max

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum power rating of the RTO 50?

The RTO 50 can dissipate 50 W when mounted on a heatsink at +25 °C.

What is the thermal resistance from junction to case?

The junction‑to‑case thermal resistance is 2.6 °C/W.

What mounting options are available for the RTO 50?

It is offered in leaded (radial leads) and surface‑mount versions.

Is the RTO 50 RoHS compliant?

Yes, the resistor complies with the RoHS directive 2002/95/EC.

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