RESOURCES

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Engineering Reports & Application Guides

RCD Series PW & PV – Ceramic-Encased Power Resistors | R-06
RCD Series GP, MGP – Metal Film Resistors | R-08
RCD Series RSF & RMF – Metal Oxide Film Resistors | R-10
RCD Series CF & MCF – Carbon Film Resistors | R-14
RCD Series BLU – Precision Chip Resistors | R-17
RCD Series FR – Custom Fuse Resistors | R-22
RCD Series 200 – Miniature Power Wirewound Resistors | R-23
2-Terminal vs. 4-Terminal Resistors | R-31
Thermal EMF | R-32
Forced Air Convection Across Power Resistors | R-33
Mounting Guidelines for RCD Heat Sinkable Resistors | R-34
Thermal Considerations and Temperature Rise of RCD Resistors | R-35
Power Derating Factors for Grouping Resistors | R-36
Mounting Guidelines for RCD Leaded Resistors & Inductors | R-37
Recommended Soldering Guide for RCD SMT & THT Resistors & Capacitors | R-38
RCD’s Lead Free Roadmap | R-40
RCD Series HR & SRH – High Value Chip Resistors | R-41
Pulse Capability Derating Factors | R-42
RCD Series PCN – Power Composition Resistors | R-43
Delay Line Application Manual | R-45
RCD Series CC – General Application Guide | R-46
RCD Series PRM – Surface Mount Pulse Resistors | R-48
RCD Series FLP – Temperature Sensitive Chip Resistors | R-49

FAQ Page

Technical Assistance

Surge Resistor Questionnaire | EF-111
Fuse Resistor Questionnaire | EF-112
Transformer Questionnaire | EF-114
Delay Line Questionnaire | EF-115
High Frequency Resistor Questionnaire | EF-116
Subcontract Assembly Questionnaire | EF-139

Military Specifications

Prior to ordering any MIL equivalent parts, please check whether MIL qualification is required. RCD warrants much of its product line to meet applicable MIL specifications, but this does not imply qualification.

Miscellaneous

Product Selection Guides