Overview
The Allen-Bradley RC32GF102J is a precision carbon composition resistor engineered for industrial automation, control systems, and general-purpose electronic applications. This carbon composition resistor has a resistance of 1K Ohm, power rating of 1 watt, and tolerance of 5%. The RC32 designation indicates the Military type designation for Allen-Bradley carbon composition resistors. Built with MIL-R-11B or MIL-R-39008 specifications, this component delivers the durability and precision expected in mission-critical electrical systems.
Key Features
- Robust Construction: Hot molded carbon composition design offers extremely rugged construction with outstanding MIL-SPEC reliability, pulse withstanding, and power dissipation.
- Low Inductance: Non-inductive characteristics ensure high frequency stability and dependable performance.
- Axial Lead Configuration: Packaged with axial leads for easy insertion into PCBs and breadboards.
- Tight Tolerance: 5% tolerance ensures predictable resistance values across temperature ranges.
- American-Made Quality: Made in Wisconsin, representing proven industrial-grade component reliability.
Technical Specifications
- Resistance Value: 1K Ohm (1,000Ω)
- Power Rating: 1 Watt
- Tolerance: ±5%
- Construction Type: Carbon Composition (Hot Molded)
- Package Style: Axial Leads
- Military Designation: RC32GF
- NSN: 5905-00-473-5251
- Condition: New in Box
Typical Applications
Allen Bradley resistors ensure optimal performance in industrial automation, automotive, telecommunications, and other industries. The RC32GF102J is ideal for:
- Industrial control circuits and PLC signal conditioning
- Legacy automation equipment repairs and rebuilds
- Precision current-limiting applications
- Military and aerospace equipment requiring MIL-SPEC compliance
- Audio and high-frequency equipment demanding low inductance
- Test equipment and measurement instrumentation
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Legacy Allen-Bradley control systems and CLX platforms
- Industrial PCBs and breadboard prototyping
- Any application requiring a 1kΩ, 1W, ±5% resistor with axial leads
- MIL-SPEC compliant equipment and military applications
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Other 1kΩ, 1W, 5% carbon composition resistors with axial leads in standard footprints
- Military-grade RC32GF102J units across product runs
- Verify footprint compatibility and lead spacing with your system integrator before ordering.
Works With
- Standard PCB assembly equipment and hand soldering
- Breadboards and prototyping platforms (DIP, through-hole layouts)
- Industrial automation diagnostics and testing equipment
- Military and aerospace quality assurance systems
