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Bradford, PA, January 13, 2017 - KOA Speer Electronics introduces the new high precision (±0.25%) thick film chip resistor RK73G. Compared to KOA's general purpose RK73 series, the new RK73G has an even better T.C.R. of ±50 ppm/°C and its new tolerance of ±0.25% is ideal for precision designs such as high accuracy sensing or voltage detection…more>

Bradford, PA – April 6, 2017 – KOA Speer Electronics introduces the SR73-RT, a low resistance anti-sulfuration chip resistor. SR73-RT current sense resistors offer excellent anti-sulfuration characteristics due to the use of a special high sulfuration proof inner top electrode material and are designed for use in harsh environments with a high level of sulfur…more>

Bradford, PA – May 22, 2017 – A new low T.C.R. and high temperature chip resistor with power ratings to 1/2 Watt in an 0805 package is now available from KOA Speer Electronics. The precision UR73V2A is designed for high accuracy and current detection and delivers a T.C.R. as low as ±75ppm/°C. UR73V2A current sense resistors feature resistance values…more>

Bradford, PA - June 13, 2017 - KOA Speer Electronics, a leading supplier of passive electronic components, announced they have received TTI's 2016 Platinum, Diamond and Best Quality Awards for Supplier Excellence. The TTI Americas Supplier Excellence Award Program represents the highest recognition possible of a supplier's performance within TTI. The SEA program is centered…more>

Bradford, PA – June 22, 2017 – KOA Speer Electronics introduces the PSG4 Current Sense Power Shunt Resistor, featuring a power rating of up to 10 Watts in a 2726 package. The PSG4 provides for more accurate electric current detection due to its 4 terminal construction. In addition, it offers superior heat resistance with an operating temperature of -65°C…more>

Bradford, PA – October 24, 2017 - KOA Speer Electronics, a leading supplier of passive electronic components, would like to announce they have added Halbar-RTS, Inc. to their Representatives Network. Halbar-RTS will be responsible for selling the entire KOA Speer product line in the Northwest territory.  Jeff Rice, President of KOA Speer Electronics, commented,…more>

Bradford, PA – October 26, 2017 – KOA Speer Electronics introduces its new WK73R1J Thick Film Wide Terminal Resistors featuring a 0.5 watt power rating in a 0306 package. The WK73R1J is a thick film chip resistor that is able to achieve a high power rating of 0.5 watts due to its reverse geometry design, which provides for greater heat dissipation. In addition,…more>

Bradford, PA – September 5, 2017 – KOA Speer Electronics introduces the PSL2 Power Shunt Current Sense Resistor, featuring an 8 Watt power rating in a 2512 package. This new power shunt resistor offers ultra low resistance suitable for large current sensing. In addition, the PSL2 has a broad operating temperature range of  -65°C to +175°C.  KOA…more>