Overview
The Ohmite 2313 Power Rib Resistor is a fixed resistor rated at 1.6 ohms designed for demanding industrial power applications. Power Rib resistors from Ohmite feature robust construction suitable for high-current circuits, making them ideal for motor control, power supplies, variable-speed drives, and load bank applications. This unit provides stable, consistent resistance performance in thermal-sensitive environments.
Key Features
- 1.6 ohm nominal resistance value
- Wirewound construction for reliable power handling
- Fixed resistor—no adjustment required
- Heat-sink compatible mounting for thermal management
- Industrial-grade durability and consistent tolerance
- Suitable for continuous and surge current applications
Technical Specifications
- Resistance Value: 1.6 Ω
- Resistor Type: Fixed wirewound power resistor
- Series: Power Rib (standard industrial line)
- Part Number: Ohmite 2313
- Manufacturer: Ohmite Manufacturing Co.
- Construction: Ceramic/wirewound composite
- Mounting: Heat-sink compatible terminal configuration
- Operating Temperature Range: Industrial standard (-40°C to +125°C typical)
- RoHS Compliant: Yes
Typical Applications
- Motor control and variable-speed drive circuits
- Power supply load testing and stabilization
- Current-limiting resistor networks
- Dynamic braking and regenerative circuits
- Traction and power transmission systems
- Industrial load bank assembly components
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial power distribution systems
- Motor control circuits requiring low-ohm values
- Power supply design for current limiting or load regulation
- Any circuit requiring fixed 1.6 ohm load resistance
- Heat-sink mounted resistor assemblies and thermal management systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering. The Ohmite 2313 is a standard Power Rib series part; equivalent models from other manufacturers may exist, but direct part-for-part replacement should be confirmed against your original circuit design.
Works With
- Standard heat sink mounting hardware and thermal interface materials
- Industrial power supply and drive manufacturer control algorithms
- Electrical test and measurement equipment for load simulation
- Industrial power distribution and panel-mount assembly systems
