[Boatanchors] Resistor Size

J. Forster jfor at quikus.com
Tue Apr 29 08:46:36 EDT 2014


Check the dimensions against the data sheet.

-John

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> I just received a a parts order from Mouser with a number of 2W
> resistors I needed.  I normally order Xicon metal oxide but one size
> came as Vishnay metal film.  These resistors are bout the size of a 14/W
> carbon comp.  I just wonder how they could have a 2W rating for a
> resistor that small.  The WV rating on them is 350V so I guess it's OK
> to use them.  But they surely look small.  I will have to recheck my
> order to see if that is what I ordered or if Mouser substituted.
>
> David
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