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Evaluation of epoxy coated resistors in high voltage DC surge environments

  • SUNY Buffalo
  • Rochester Institute of Technology
  • HVR Advanced Power Components Inc.

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Abstract

The performance data of high voltage resistors in specific pulsed power applications is limited. A series of tests were performed on epoxy coated high voltage ceramic composite resistors. With the implementation of these resistors in unique applications that result in their exposure to high energy surge environments such as industrial motor drives and electric vehicles, there is a need for a better understanding of performance metrics under these conditions. Thermodynamic data and resistance parameters were experimentally determined with fully and partially coated epoxy resistors. This paper will explore the added benefits of the epoxy, beyond the mechanical strength and aesthetics. The potential gains include a stability of resistance and thermal surface radiation. Data collected indicates that complete epoxy coated resistors show increased performance, maintaining the pretested resistance 54% more accurately and decreasing the radiation temperature exposure to other components by 10.45°C.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2016 IEEE International Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference, IPMHVC 2016
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages715-717
Number of pages3
ISBN (Electronic)9781509023547
DOIs
StatePublished - Aug 17 2017
Event2016 IEEE International Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference, IPMHVC 2016 - San Francisco, United States
Duration: Jul 5 2016Jul 9 2016

Publication series

Name2016 IEEE International Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference, IPMHVC 2016

Conference

Conference2016 IEEE International Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference, IPMHVC 2016
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Francisco
Period07/5/1607/9/16

Keywords

  • Epoxy coating
  • High voltage resistors
  • HVR
  • Pulsed power

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