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3m Ohm Current Shunt Resistor Low ESR Surface Mount Resistor 5W For Precision Current Sensing

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Current Shunt Resistor
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ESR_25_Rev11.pdf
Specifications
Features:
High Power,Low Temperature
Name:
Current Shunt Resistor
Manufacturer:
Ellon
Series:
ESR
Size:
2512
Resistance Range:
3mΩ(0.003 Ohm)
Tolerance:
5W
Operating Temperature Range:
-55°C To +175°C
Temperature Coefficient:
±50 Ppm/°C
Material:
Karma
Per Reel:
4000
Applications:
Current Sensing, Power Supplies, Motor Control, Battery Management
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Introduction
2512 0.003Ω (3m Ohm) 1% Low ESR Metal Shunt Chip Resistor for Precision Current Sensing
This high-power, precision metal shunt chip resistor features Karma alloy construction with low ESR and high surge immunity. Ideal for current sensing in modern electronics, it is RoHS & REACH compliant for environmental safety.
Part Number Breakdown: ESR25F5WR003K04S
  • ESR: Surface Mount Resistor family
  • 25: 2512 package size (6.4mm x 3.2mm)
  • F: 1% tolerance
  • 5W: 5W power rating
  • R003: 0.003Ω resistance
  • K: Karma alloy material
  • 04S: Packaging and termination details
Technical Specifications
Parameter Specification
Resistance Value 0.003Ω (3mΩ)
Tolerance ±1%
Power Rating 5W
Package Size 2512 (6.35mm * 3.15mm)
Temperature Coefficient (TCR) ±50 ppm/°C
Resistance Material Manganese Copper (Karma) alloy
Operating Temperature -55°C to +175°C
Key Features
  • Ultra-low 0.003Ω resistance minimizes voltage drop in current sensing
  • 5W power rating handles currents up to ~40.8A
  • ±1% tolerance for precise current measurement
  • Metal strip/shunt construction for stability and low inductance
  • Karma alloy provides low TCR and long-term stability
  • Excellent surge withstand capability for inrush currents
  • Low ESR for high-frequency applications
  • RoHS & REACH compliant for environmental safety
Karma Alloy Advantages
The Karma (Nickel-Chromium-Aluminum) alloy construction provides:
  • Low Temperature Coefficient of Resistance (TCR) for stable performance across temperatures
  • Exceptional resistance to oxidation and degradation
  • Minimal thermal EMF for precise low-voltage measurements
  • Optimized low-inductance design for accurate sensing in high-frequency applications
Primary Applications
  • Power Supply Units (PSUs) for overcurrent protection and load monitoring
  • Battery Management Systems (BMS) in electric vehicles and energy storage
  • Motor drives and inverters for precise phase current feedback
  • Welding equipment and high-current controllers
  • Solar inverters and UPS systems for current sensing
PCB Design Recommendations
  • Use large copper pours connected to terminals as heatsinks
  • Implement thermal vias to transfer heat to inner/bottom PCB layers
  • Ensure robust, void-free solder joints
  • Follow manufacturer's recommended 2512 land pattern
The 2512 0.003Ω 5W Metal Shunt Chip Resistor delivers exceptional performance for high-current, precision measurement applications. Its Karma alloy construction and robust 2512 package provide stability, low TCR, and reliable power handling - making it ideal for demanding power electronics applications.
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Stock:
MOQ:
4000