TT Electronics/IRC

GS7B013832CAT

GS7B013832CAT Description

The GS7B013832CAT from TT Electronics/IRC is a high-precision ceramic resistor network designed for demanding applications requiring stable performance under varying thermal conditions. Housed in a 14-pin narrow SOIC package, this bussed network integrates 13 thin-film resistors, each with a 38.3KΩ resistance and an exceptional ±0.25% absolute tolerance (±0.05% ratio tolerance). Its ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient ensures minimal resistance drift across a wide operating range of -70°C to +125°C, making it suitable for precision analog and digital circuits. The SOIC-C series construction features a rectangular ceramic case with gull-wing terminations, optimized for surface-mount assembly in space-constrained designs.

GS7B013832CAT Features

• High Precision: Tight tolerances (±0.25%) and low TCR (±100ppm/°C) for stable performance.
• Robust Construction: Ceramic substrate enhances thermal stability and durability.
• Optimized Power Handling: 0.7W total power rating (0.05W per resistor) at 100V max voltage.
• Space-Efficient: Compact 8.66mm × 5.99mm × 1.45mm footprint with 1.27mm terminal pitch.
• Bussed Architecture: Simplifies PCB layout for bus line termination or pull-up/down networks.
• Industrial-Grade: Non-automotive, but suitable for harsh environments with 125°C max operating temperature.

GS7B013832CAT Applications

Ideal for:

• Precision voltage dividers in test/measurement equipment.
• Signal conditioning in industrial control systems.
• Bus termination networks for high-speed digital interfaces (e.g., SPI, I²C).
• Medical devices requiring low-drift resistance networks.
• Aerospace/defense electronics where ceramic reliability is critical.

Conclusion of GS7B013832CAT

The GS7B013832CAT excels in applications demanding high accuracy, thermal resilience, and compact integration. Its ceramic thin-film technology and bussed design offer superior performance over polymer-based networks, particularly in environments with wide temperature fluctuations. While not PPAP or RoHS compliant, its industrial-grade specs make it a preferred choice for professional and high-reliability designs. Engineers will appreciate its balance of precision, power handling, and space savings in complex PCB layouts.