Vishay VR68 Series Axial Resistor, 1W, 10kV, 4.7MΩ

The Vishay VR68 Series High Voltage Axial Leaded Resistor is a precision component engineered for demanding high-voltage and high-resistance applications. With a robust 1W power rating and an impressive 10kV voltage rating, this metal film resistor offers superior stability and reliability in critical circuits.

Featuring a resistance value of 4.7MΩ (Megohms) with a tight tolerance of ±5%, it ensures consistent and predictable performance. The VR68 Series is constructed using advanced metal glaze technology on a ceramic substrate, providing excellent long-term stability and a low temperature coefficient of ±200ppm/°C, making it resilient against thermal variations.

Its axial leaded package facilitates easy through-hole mounting on printed circuit boards (PCBs), offering a classic and reliable connection method. The component is designed to operate across an extensive temperature range from -55°C to +155°C, ensuring functionality in harsh environmental conditions, from industrial controls to laboratory equipment.

Key Applications

This high-ohmic resistor is ideal for scenarios requiring precise voltage division, current limiting, or leakage current control at elevated voltages. Common uses include power supplies, medical instrumentation, X-ray equipment, laser power supplies, and CRT display circuits where high voltage isolation is paramount.

Specifications

• Resistance: 4.7MΩ (Megohms)
• Power Rating: 1 Watt
• Voltage Rating: 10,000 Volts (10kV)
• Tolerance: ±5%
• Technology: Metal Film / Metal Glaze
• Temperature Coefficient: ±200ppm/°C
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +155°C
• Package: Axial Leaded
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 43mm x 33mm x 15mm

By choosing the Vishay VR68 Series resistor, you select a component renowned for its quality, precision, and durability in high-voltage DC