Electronics and Semiconductors

Littelfuse unveils SSA series current shunt resistor solution for high-performance current sensing

15 December 2023

Littelfuse, Inc. has launched its SSA series current shunt resistors — the first of its kind in the Littelfuse portfolio. These two-terminal, ultra-low resistance shunt resistors are uniquely designed to meet the increasing demand for accurate current measurement in high-performance applications.

Unlike competing technologies such as Hall effect sensors, current transformers, flux gate sensors and Rogowski coils, the Littelfuse current shunt resistor delivers a more efficient solution that works well in both AC and DC circuits. With a higher power rating than metal foil resistors, the SSA series excels in applicationsSource: Littelfuse, Inc.Source: Littelfuse, Inc. demanding rigorous current sensing due to high-power requirements.

This versatility makes it an ideal choice for a wide range of markets and applications, including:

  • automotive electronics,
  • electric vehicle charging,
  • large appliances,
  • data centers,
  • industrial,
  • power modules, and
  • frequency converters.

"Accurate current measurement is crucial for the optimal performance of electrical and electronic devices," said Stephen Li, product manager at Littelfuse. "With the ever-increasing demand for high-performance devices, our SSA Series current shunt resistors offer a cost-effective solution for both AC and DC applications requiring demanding current sensing."

The CSR series offers the following key features and benefits:

  • Cost-effective: More affordable than competing technologies.
  • Versatility: Compatible with both AC and DC circuits.
  • Compact size: Ideal for space-constrained applications.
  • Good heat dissipation: Ensures reliable performance.
  • English case sizes: Available in 2512, 3921 and 5931.
  • Resistance: Range from 0.2 mΩ to 4.0 mΩ.
  • Power rating: Up to 15 W.
  • Tolerance: As low as ±1.0%.
  • TCR: Down to ±50 ppm/º C.

Availability
The SSA series Current Shunt Resistors are available in tape-and-reel quantities of 3,000. Place sample requests through authorized Littelfuse distributors worldwide.

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