TT Electronics/IRC

GS8A031740FDT

GS8A031740FDT Description

The GS8A031740FDT from TT Electronics/IRC is a high-precision ceramic resistor network designed for demanding electronic applications. Housed in a 16-pin narrow SOIC package, this 8-resistor isolated network offers a 174Ω resistance value with an absolute tolerance of ±1% and a ratio tolerance of ±0.5%. Built using thin-film technology, it ensures excellent stability and low noise, making it ideal for precision circuits. The device operates over a wide temperature range of -55°C to +125°C, with a derated power range of 70°C to 125°C, and features a ±25ppm/°C temperature coefficient for minimal resistance drift.

GS8A031740FDT Features

• High Precision: ±1% absolute tolerance and ±0.5% ratio tolerance ensure accurate signal conditioning.
• Robust Construction: Ceramic case and SOIC package provide durability and thermal stability.
• Isolated Resistors: Eight independent 174Ω thin-film resistors with 100V maximum voltage rating.
• Low TCR: ±25ppm/°C temperature coefficient guarantees performance across temperature variations.
• Surface-Mount Design: Gull-wing termination and 1.27mm terminal pitch for easy PCB integration.
• Power Handling: 0.1W per resistor (0.8W total) with derating above 70°C.
• Compact Dimensions: 9.91mm (L) × 5.99mm (D) × 1.45mm (H) with tight tolerances (±0.1mm height/length).

GS8A031740FDT Applications

This resistor network excels in:

• Precision Analog Circuits: Voltage dividers, feedback networks, and sensor conditioning.
• Industrial Electronics: PLCs, instrumentation, and control systems requiring stable resistance.
• Telecommunications: Signal processing and impedance matching in RF modules.
• Medical Devices: High-reliability applications where drift and noise are critical.
• Automotive (Non-Automotive Rated): Prototyping or non-safety-critical circuits.

Conclusion of GS8A031740FDT

The GS8A031740FDT stands out for its precision, stability, and compact form factor, making it a superior choice for engineers designing high-accuracy circuits. Its ceramic construction, low TCR, and isolated resistors provide reliability in harsh environments, while the SOIC package ensures compatibility with modern SMT assembly processes. Though not PPAP or automotive-qualified, it remains a cost-effective solution for industrial, medical, and telecom applications demanding tight tolerance and thermal performance.