Overview
The Dale HL-55-082 wirewound resistor is an industrial-grade fixed resistor rated at 2000Ω (2 kΩ) and 37W, specifically designed for chassis-mount installations in electrical and control equipment. This resistor belongs to the HL series of tubular wirewound resistors manufactured by Vishay/Dale, known for their durability in demanding industrial environments. The HL-55-082 is commonly used in power supplies, load banks, braking circuits, and precision measurement systems where stable resistance and power dissipation are critical.
Key Features
- Resistance: 2000Ω with tight tolerance specifications
- Power Rating: 37W continuous dissipation capability
- Construction: Tubular wirewound element with ceramic or fiberglass core
- Mounting: Chassis-mount configuration with axial leads or terminals
- Industrial Grade: Designed for high-reliability applications in control systems and industrial equipment
- Bulk Pack: Supplied as one pack of 5 resistors, reducing unit cost and simplifying inventory
Technical Specifications
- Resistance Value: 2000Ω (2 kΩ)
- Power Rating: 37W
- Part Number: HL-55-082
- Cross-Reference: RW22G202
- Resistor Type: Wirewound, tubular
- Mounting Style: Chassis mount
- Series: HL (Vishay/Dale HL series)
- Package Quantity: 5 units per pack
- Core Material: Ceramic or fiberglass (typical for HL series)
- Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +175°C (typical for HL series industrial grade)
Typical Applications
- Power supply load balancing and current limiting
- Motor control circuits and soft-start applications
- Braking resistors in variable frequency drives (VFDs)
- Temperature compensation and precision measurement circuits
- Industrial equipment test and development circuits
- Electrical equipment tuning and calibration
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial control panels and enclosures
- Power supply modules requiring precision load resistors
- AC and DC circuit applications (verify voltage ratings with your system)
- Any system requiring a 2000Ω fixed resistor at 37W or less
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Other Dale HL series resistors with matching resistance and power specifications
- Vishay wirewound resistors (verify part number compatibility before substitution)
- RW22G202 cross-reference designation
Works With
- Industrial control systems and PLC-based equipment
- Power electronics and switching power supplies
- Variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motor soft-starters
- Measurement and test equipment
- General-purpose electrical circuits requiring fixed resistance and power handling
