TT Electronics/IRC

GS8B036981FCT

GS8B036981FCT Description

The GS8B036981FCT from TT Electronics/IRC is a high-precision ceramic thin-film resistor network designed for demanding applications requiring stable performance under varying thermal conditions. Housed in a 16-pin narrow SOIC package, this bussed network integrates 15 resistors with a common 6.98KΩ value, offering an absolute tolerance of ±1% and a tight ratio tolerance of ±0.25%. Its thin-film technology ensures low noise and excellent stability, while the ±25ppm/°C temperature coefficient guarantees minimal resistance drift across the -70°C to +125°C operating range. With a 0.05W (1/20) power rating per resistor and a 100V maximum voltage rating, this component is engineered for reliability in precision circuits.

GS8B036981FCT Features

• High Precision: ±1% absolute tolerance and ±0.25% ratio tolerance for matched resistance values.
• Thermal Stability: ±25ppm/°C TCR ensures consistent performance across wide temperature ranges.
• Robust Construction: Ceramic substrate with gull-wing terminations for durability in surface-mount applications.
• Space-Efficient: Compact 9.91mm × 5.99mm × 1.45mm SOIC footprint ideal for high-density PCB designs.
• Bussed Architecture: Simplified routing with a common bus connection for streamlined circuit design.
• Wide Voltage Range: Supports up to 100V, suitable for industrial and instrumentation use.

GS8B036981FCT Applications

This resistor network excels in applications requiring precision and thermal resilience, such as:

• Analog Signal Conditioning: Voltage dividers, gain networks in op-amp circuits.
• Industrial Control Systems: PLCs, sensor interfaces, and feedback loops.
• Test & Measurement Equipment: Calibration circuits, precision attenuators.
• Medical Electronics: Patient monitoring systems where low drift is critical.
• Automotive Electronics (non-AECQ): Non-safety-critical modules like infotainment or climate control.

Conclusion of GS8B036981FCT

The GS8B036981FCT stands out for its exceptional precision, thermal stability, and compact form factor, making it a superior choice for engineers designing high-reliability systems. While not PPAP or automotive-grade, its thin-film ceramic construction and tight tolerances make it ideal for industrial, medical, and instrumentation applications where accuracy and longevity are paramount. Its bussed configuration further simplifies layout challenges, reducing design complexity in multi-resistor circuits.