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WLRD6G Series

WLRD6G Series

WLRD6G Series

Product catalog summary
Specifications:
The WLRD6G series is a high current oval edgewound resistor designed for continuous duty with a current rating as specified. It has a wattage rating based on a 375°C temperature rise and a working voltage limited to 550 volts if grounded. Resistance tolerance is ±10%.

Terminals and Jumpers:
Standard terminals use 5/16 stainless hardware for ring lug connections, with brass tags for identification. Connections can be made on one side of the grid, and fixed tap terminals are available. Jumpers between resistors are nickel-plated solid copper.

Mounting:
Resistors can be mounted in grid arrays from 1x2 to 4x4, with all resistors in one grid being the same length. Frames are made of heavy gauge zinc-plated steel, available in 'bolt up' or 'bolt down' types, and may be grounded if voltage is below 550 volts. Single resistor and vertical mounting options are available.

Applications:
These resistors are ideal for dynamic braking in transit applications and are available in five sizes with up to thirty-one current ratings. They are direct replacements for General Electric models 42D6G1XXX or 42D6G3XXX.

Construction:
The resistors feature corrosion-resistant stainless steel insulator supports, solid nickel terminals, and electroless nickel-plated solid copper terminal supports. The resistance element is made of a stainless steel resistance alloy, with terminals welded or silver brazed to the oval, spiral edgewound resistance element. Ceramic insulators and bushings provide isolation and insulation.

Ordering Information:
Available in 525, 850, 1200, 1450, and 1750 watt sizes. Part numbers are provided for various amperage and resistance combinations. Dimensions for mounting are specified for each wattage size.

Note:
Significant investment in resistance wire is required due to high minimum order quantities. Check with the factory for wire availability before ordering.
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WLRD6G Series-1

WLRD6G Series High Current Oval Edgewound The choice when conditions demand top-notch performance, these resistors are commonly used for dynamic braking on Transit applications. Choose from five sizes with up to thirty-one current ratings. The units listed below are direct replacements for General Electric 42D6G1XXX or 42D6G3XXX. Built to perform in rugged environments, they feature corrosion resistant stainless steel insulator supports, solid nickel terminals, and special electroless nickel-plated solid copper terminal supports. The resistance element is made of a stainless steel resistance alloy. Terminals are welded or silver brazed to the oval, spiral edgewound resistance element. Toothed ceramic insulators isolate the resistance element from the center support. Ceramic end bushings insulate the center support from the mountings. Order individual replacement units or entire grids with various mounting configurations. Contact us with your specific needs. Available in 525, 850, 1200, 1450, and 1750 watt sizes (Use I2R for exact wattage) characteristics Current Rating Continuous duty as listed below. Wattage Rating Continuous duty based on a 375°C temperature rise. Working Voltage Limited to 550 Volts if mounting is grounded. Special higher voltage mounting is available. Resistance ±10%. Tolerance Terminals/Jumpers Standard terminals have 5/16 stainless hardware for ring lug connections. Brass tags can be placed at connection points for identification. If necessary, all connections can be made on one side of grid. Fixed tap terminals are also available. Jumpers between resistors are nickel plated solid copper. Mounting Resistors can be mounted in grid arrays of 1 x 2 to 4 x 4. All resistors in one grid must be of the same length. Frames construction is heavy gauge zinc plated steel. Either “bolt up” or “bolt down” type frames are available. Frames may be grounded if voltage potential is below 550 Volts. Single resistor and vertical mounting is available. NOTE WLRD6G resistors require significant investment in resistance wire due to high minimum order quantities imposed by our vendors. Before ordering always check with the factory on wire availability.

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WLRD6G Series-2

Dimensions for reference only; Consult factory for details. Individual resistors can be ordered by part number. Example: WLRD6G3061 is a 0.156 ohm, 90 amp rated part. Call or e-mail for information on mounting, grid configurations, unusual service conditions, or special requests. Part Numbers 525 Watts Part Number Amps Ohms WLRD6G- Ohms Part Number Part Number Part Number Part Number 1-866-9-OHMITE • Int’l 1-847-258-0300 • Fax 1-847-574-7522 • www.ohmite.com • [email protected]

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