Technical Documentation: Gutor 0P2446 Industrial-Grade Core Electronic Component
1. Product Description: The Cornerstone of Circuit Stability in Extreme Environments
Gutor 0P2446 is an industrial-grade high-precision core electronic component launched by the Gutor brand under Schneider Electric. Specifically engineered for circuit signal conditioning and power distribution in extreme industrial environments, it serves as the “invisible cornerstone” ensuring stable operation of equipment in high-risk scenarios such as oil extraction, marine engineering, metallurgy, and chemical industries. As a key component of Gutor’s modular systems, its core function is to achieve accurate conversion of circuit signals and balanced distribution of loads. Through anti-interference design and the selection of environment-resistant materials, it addresses the industry pain point where traditional components are prone to failure in high-temperature, vibration, and corrosive environments.
The core advantages of this component lie in three tiers of industrial-grade guarantees: Firstly, it adopts thin-film technology and molded packaging. Compared with traditional thick-film components, its resistance accuracy is improved by more than 5 times, enabling it to maintain stable signal transmission in strong electromagnetic interference environments. Secondly, it integrates Gutor’s signature extreme environment adaptation design. The housing is made of corrosion-resistant alloy material, combined with a sealed structure, which can withstand coastal salt spray, corrosive gases in chemical parks, and mine dust. Thirdly, it possesses the dual characteristics of low power consumption and high power density. While meeting the 1.2W rated power output, the component’s power consumption is only 0.16W, significantly reducing the heat dissipation pressure of the circuit and making it suitable for the dense layout inside compact industrial equipment.
In terms of application scenarios, it is an “essential component” for equipment in extreme environments:
- Oil and Gas Industry: Used in UPS power distribution modules on offshore drilling platforms. It ensures stable signal transmission of the emergency shutdown system in salt spray corrosion (complying with ISO 12944-5 C5-M standard) and 1G seismic-level vibration environments.
- Metallurgy and Chemical Industry: Adapted to the signal conditioning circuit of the converter control system in steel plants. In a 55°C high-temperature and dusty environment, it achieves deviation-free conversion of temperature and pressure signals through precise resistance matching.
- Energy and Power Sector: Integrated into the circuit protection module of auxiliary equipment in nuclear power plants. With its high-reliability design, it meets the life cycle requirement of more than 20 years and reduces the operation and maintenance risks of nuclear facilities.
- Marine Engineering Scenario: Used in the power distribution unit of offshore wind power equipment. It withstands day-night temperature differences and humid environments, ensuring continuous and stable operation of the circuit in the wind turbine pitch system.
In terms of operation and maintenance design, this component fully considers industrial practicality: It adopts Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and is compatible with the 2244 standard package size, allowing for quick integration into Gutor’s modular power systems and third-party industrial equipment. The terminals are treated with matte tin plating, with a plug-in life of more than 1000 times, greatly reducing on-site replacement and maintenance costs.
2. Technical Specifications: Accurate Quantification of Industrial-Grade Performance
The following table systematically presents the technical specifications of 0P2446 from four dimensions: “Core Electrical Performance”, “Mechanical and Packaging Characteristics”, “Environmental Adaptability”, and “Compliance Certifications”, and interprets their practical value in combination with extreme industrial scenarios:
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Parameter Category
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Specific Parameter Item
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Parameter Value
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Significance in Industrial Scenarios
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Core Electrical Performance
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Component Type
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High-Precision Thin-Film Resistor Network
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The thin-film technology ensures a resistance accuracy of 0.5% and a temperature coefficient as low as 100ppm/°C, meeting the requirements of high-precision temperature signal conditioning for metallurgical equipment.
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Rated Power
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1.2W (package level); 0.16W (single resistor)
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The high-power design at the package level meets the requirement of multi-branch load distribution, and the low-power characteristic of a single resistor reduces the heat dissipation pressure of the circuit, making it suitable for compact equipment.
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Resistance Specification
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16.2Ω (tolerance ±0.5%)
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The precise resistance value matches the signal conversion requirement of industrial sensors, such as the accurate conversion between 4-20mA current signals and voltage signals.
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Temperature Coefficient
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100ppm/°C (resistance value); 5ppm/°C (tracking)
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The resistance value has high stability when the temperature changes. Within the wide temperature range of -55°C to +125°C, the signal conversion error is less than 0.1%, making it suitable for extreme temperature difference environments.
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Mechanical & Packaging Characteristics
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Packaging Type
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SMT Surface Mount, 2244 Size Code
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The standardized package is suitable for automated placement production and compatible with the PCB layout of Gutor PXC series UPS and industrial control modules.
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Package Dimensions (L×W×H)
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11.176mm×5.588mm×2.286mm
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The ultra-thin and compact design allows integration into a 1U-height industrial control unit, saving internal equipment space.
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Terminal Configuration
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16-Pin 鸥翼型 Terminals (Gull-Wing Terminals)
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Gull-wing terminals improve soldering reliability, reduce the risk of solder joint detachment in vibration environments, and are suitable for mining and marine vibration scenarios.
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Construction Process
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Molded Packaging
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The sealed molded structure isolates dust and moisture intrusion, with protection performance close to IP40, making it suitable for dusty environments in metallurgical plants.
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Environmental Adaptability
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Operating Temperature Range
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-55°C to +125°C
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Covers equipment startup in extremely cold areas in winter (such as Siberian oilfields) and deployment near high-temperature equipment (such as near chemical reactors).
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Storage Temperature Range
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-65°C to +150°C
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Meets the requirements of high-altitude transportation and high-temperature storage, avoiding component performance degradation caused by extreme transportation conditions.
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Vibration Resistance Level
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Compliant with IEC 60068-2-6 Standard
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Can withstand vibration environments of 5-200Hz, suitable for circuit integration of rotating equipment such as fans and motors.
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Compliance Certifications
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Environmental Certification
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Lead-Free Design, Compliant with RoHS/REACH Standards
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Meets global environmental regulation requirements and can be used in industrial projects in regions with strict environmental standards such as the EU and China.
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Origin and Control Code
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Made in the USA, ECCN Code EAR99
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No special export control restrictions, suitable for supporting equipment in cross-border industrial projects.
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3. System Introduction: Integration Logic in Modular Architecture
Gutor 0P2446 is not an independently operating component but a core unit deeply integrated into industrial power distribution, signal conditioning, and other modular systems. Its working mechanism is built around “accurate signal transmission – balanced power distribution – environmental adaptability protection” and can be decomposed into a four-layer functional architecture:
3.1 Core Functional Layer: High-Precision Signal and Power Regulation
As the “functional core” of the component, this layer realizes accurate processing of circuit signals through a thin-film resistor network:
- Resistor Network Design: It adopts an isolated network structure with 8 independent resistor channels. Each resistor achieves a tolerance accuracy of 0.5% through laser trimming technology. In the UPS power distribution system, it can realize balanced current distribution of multi-branch loads, avoiding system shutdown caused by single-branch overload. In the signal conditioning circuit, it converts the mV-level signal of the sensor into a standard 0-5V signal through precise resistor voltage division for collection by the DCS system.
- Low-Loss Characteristic: The adoption of thin-film technology results in an extremely low Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR) of the component. Compared with traditional thick-film resistors, the power loss is reduced by more than 30%. In the continuously operating UPS system of an oil platform, it can reduce circuit heat generation and extend the service life of surrounding components such as capacitors and chips.
- Signal Anti-Interference Capability: The isolation design between resistor networks and the electromagnetic shielding characteristic of molded packaging enable the component to have strong anti-electromagnetic interference capability. When deployed near high-voltage motors, it can effectively filter electromagnetic pulses generated by motor startup and shutdown, ensuring stable control signals.
3.2 Packaging Protection Layer: A Physical Barrier in Extreme Environments
Targeting harsh industrial environments, this layer constructs multiple protections through structural design and material selection:
- Sealed Isolation Design: The molded packaging process forms a dense insulating protective layer, which can isolate more than 99% of dust and moisture intrusion. In wind power equipment in coastal areas, it can effectively resist salt spray corrosion and avoid poor contact caused by oxidation of resistor pins. In metallurgical plants, it can prevent iron oxide dust from entering the interior of the component and causing short circuits.
- Thermal Management Optimization: The compact package size, combined with a high thermal conductivity thin-film substrate, improves the heat dissipation efficiency of the component by 40%. In a 125°C high-temperature environment, through heat conduction of the PCB copper foil and natural air convection, the core temperature of the component can be controlled below 110°C, which is far lower than the failure temperature threshold of the thin-film resistor.
- Mechanical Stress Buffering: The gull-wing terminals have a certain elastic deformation capacity, which can absorb mechanical stress in vibration environments and reduce the tensile force borne by solder joints. In the control system of mine crushers, it can effectively reduce the risk of solder joint fatigue failure caused by vibration.
3.3 System Integration Layer: Modular Adaptation and Collaborative Operation
This layer ensures seamless connection and collaborative work between the component and the industrial system:
- Modular Compatibility Design: The 2244 standard package size and SMT technology allow it to be directly integrated into the PCB board of Gutor Modular series intelligent power systems, forming collaboration with power conversion modules and monitoring modules. Through the standardized pad layout, old resistor components can be quickly replaced, and the upgrade and transformation cycle is shortened to 1/3 of the original.
- Multi-Scenario Adaptability: In the UPS power system, it serves as a voltage sampling resistor to realize accurate monitoring of the output voltage. In the industrial sensor signal conditioning module, it acts as a voltage dividing resistor to complete the amplification and adaptation of weak signals. In the motor drive circuit, it functions as a current detection resistor to collect overload protection signals, making it suitable for various types of industrial control systems.
- Interface Collaboration Characteristic: The 16-pin terminals provide rich connection options, enabling signal interaction with PLC and DCS systems. In smart factory projects, through signal voltage division of the resistor network, the equipment operating parameters are converted into standard signals recognizable by the system, realizing remote monitoring and fault early warning.
3.4 Reliability Guarantee Layer: Stable Operation Throughout the Life Cycle
This layer ensures long-term stable operation of the component through processes and design:
- High-Precision Manufacturing Process: The adoption of TaNFilm® thin-film technology and laser trimming process results in a resistance drift of less than 0.1% per year throughout the life cycle of the component. In equipment with a 20-year life cycle in nuclear power plants, it can maintain signal conversion accuracy without replacement, reducing operation and maintenance costs.
- Fault Self-Isolation Mechanism: The isolated network structure ensures that the failure of a single resistor will not affect the operation of other channels. In the emergency shutdown system of an oil platform, even if a certain resistor fails, the other channels can still normally transmit control signals, ensuring that the safety function is not interrupted.
- Environmental Adaptability Compensation: Through material formula optimization, the temperature coefficient tracking value of the resistor is reduced to 5ppm/°C. Within the temperature change range of -55°C to +125°C, the resistance change of each resistor channel remains highly consistent, avoiding signal deviation caused by temperature.
4. Recommendations for Related Models in the Same Series: Scenario-Specific Adaptation Solutions
Gutor’s industrial-grade resistor network series covers different resistance values, power levels, and package sizes, allowing for flexible selection based on system load requirements, environmental conditions, and integration space. The following are core models in the same series as 0P2446 and their adapted scenarios:
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Model
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Key Differences (Compared with 0P2446)
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Adapted Scenario Examples
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Gutor 0P2447
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Resistance value 33.2Ω (tolerance ±0.1%), dedicated to high-precision signal conditioning
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Aerospace testing equipment: Pressure sensor conditioning circuits requiring microvolt-level signal conversion, meeting the 0.1% accuracy requirement.
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Gutor 0P2445
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Rated power 2W, 12-pin configuration, dedicated to high-power load distribution
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Large-scale UPS power systems: Balanced distribution circuits for multi-branch battery packs, withstanding 2W continuous power output.
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Gutor 0P2448
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Wide-body package (15mm×8mm), enhanced heat dissipation design, operating temperature -55°C to +150°C
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High-temperature industrial furnace control systems: Temperature signal acquisition circuits deployed near the furnace body, withstanding 150°C radiant heat environment.
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Gutor 0P2449
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Waterproof molded package (protection level IP65), resistant to moisture and corrosion
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Underground coal mine equipment: Signal conditioning for roadheaders, withstanding high humidity and coal dust corrosion environments.
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Gutor 0P2450
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Low temperature coefficient (50ppm/°C), dedicated to precision instruments
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Medical equipment testing modules: Power distribution circuits for MRI equipment, requiring extremely low temperature drift to ensure detection accuracy.
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All the above models maintain compatibility with Gutor Modular series power systems and PXC series UPS, supporting standardized integration and unified operation and maintenance. Precise selection can be made according to the accuracy requirements, power requirements, and environmental conditions of industrial scenarios.
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