Direct & Indirect Water-cooled Resistors
Ohmite's direct and indirect water-cooled non-inductive resistors are capable of dissipating more power in a smaller package than water-cooled resistors previously available in the market.
Specifications
| Type | Power, Watts | Dimensions, Inches | Resistance range (nominal) | |||
| Rated power | Max. power | A | B | C | Tol. = ±10 | |
| W500SP | 350 | 500 | 1.97 | 1.18 | 0.79 | 1-100 Ohm |
| W1000SP | 750 | 1000 | 2.36 | 1.77 | 1.18 | 1-100 Ohm |
Application Considerations
Water Purity
Specific life data with defined water conditions is not available. It has been observed that life expectancies of higher resistances (ex. W500SP>20 ohms), may vary from 1 to 5 years depending on the water purity.
Higher resistance values cause increased conduction in the water which deposits contaminants on the resistor I.D. These deposits reduce heat transfer, deteriorate the silicone seal and inhibit water flow, all of which can cause premature failure..
Good quality drinking water may give 1 to 2 years life where high purity water may increase life by a factor of 5.
Water Pressure
Assemblies are tested at 85 psi; however, for long-term reliability, it is recommended that the operating pressure be at 42 psi or lower.
Mechanical Considerations
The ceramic resistor is fairly rugged; however, the acrylic and polycarbonate parts with the epoxy seals require that care be taken during assembly or transport. Rapid water pressure changes should also be avoided.