Why is the surge capability of MELF resistors much higher than chip resistors? | Thin Film Resistor Manufacturer | FIRSTOHM

Many electronic circuits encounter high-pulse loads. Due to its unique cylindrical design, the resistance area of MELF resistors is larger than chip resistors so that they can withstand higher pulse energy. FIRSTOHM is a high reliability MELF resistors, SMD resistors, metal film resistors, surge resistors, wire wound resistors, precision resistors, High voltage resistors, high Power resistors, metal oxide resistor, thin film resistors, fixed resistors manufacturer from Taiwan since 1969. FIRSTOHM is one of the few companies who is able to design thin-film MELF resistors according to customer's requirements with high quality and reliability. We’re specialized in thin-film resistors since 1969, ISO9001/14001 certificated manufacturer. Over 50 years of industry experience for resistors design and manufacturing facility.

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Why is the surge capability of MELF resistors much higher than chip resistors? | Thin Film Resistor Manufacturer | FIRSTOHM

The other anti-surge resistor of FIRSTOHM's products. | More than 50 years of resistor manufacture experience

The other anti-surge resistor of FIRSTOHM's products.
The other anti-surge resistor of FIRSTOHM's products.

Why is the surge capability of MELF resistors much higher than chip resistors?

Many electronic circuits encounter high-pulse loads. Due to its unique cylindrical design, the resistance area of MELF resistors is larger than chip resistors so that they can withstand higher pulse energy.

Simple Test

Firstohm SRM204T in series with a 1206 anti-surge chip resistor, each with AC 10.5W applied for testing, comparing their ability to withstand long-term surge impact.

The cpmparison between MELF Resistor and chip-R

Under the same test conditions, chip resistors cannot withstand this pulse energy(broken).

Why is the surge capability of MELF resistors much higher than chip resistors? | Thin Film Resistor Manufacturer | FIRSTOHM

Located in Taiwan since 1969, First resistor & condenser Co. Ltd. has been a manufacturer of MELF resistors manufacturer. Their main thin film MELF resistors include, automotive grade resistors, surface mount resistors, fusible resistors, SMD resistors, chip resistors, fixed resistors and fusible thin film resistors, which are being widely used in industrial applications such as power supply, smart meter, solar inverter, energy storage device, electric vehicle, communication equipment, and medical device.

FIRSTOHM is one of the few companies who is able to design thin-film MELF resistors according to customer's requirements with high quality and reliability. We’re specialized in thin-film resistors since 1969, ISO9001/14001 certificated manufacturer.

FIRSTOHM has been providing customers with high quality carbon film and metal film resistors since 1969, with both advanced technology and 50 years of experience, FIRSTOHM ensures that each customer's demands are met.