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200W Metal Power Resistor 8 Ohm ±5%, Tolerance Aluminum Housing with Mounting Holes for Audio forAmplifier Tube Amp Test Dummy Load and Industrial Electrical Applications(8 Ohm 8R)

200W Metal Power Resistor 8 Ohm ±5%

Bottom line: The 200W Metal Power Resistor 8 Ohm ±5% is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the power supplies & cables category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ [SIZING REMINDER] Check your specifications to you select the correct resistance value.
  • ✓ Backed by Generic's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Features:* Strict quality control standards to build and test.* Stable performance and high reliability.* With screw holes, the resistor can be fixed on the chassis or radiator to achieve better heat dissipation.* Widely used in power supply, sensor, elevator, stage audio and high-demand equipment industries.Specifications:Part name: Aluminum resistorResistance: 1 ohm 1R, 2 ohm 2R, 4 ohm 4R, 8 ohm 8R, 10 ohm 10R (optional)Material: AluminumColor: As shown in the pictureResistance: 8 ohmsRated power: 200WResistance tolerance: ±5% (J)Mounting hole diameter: 4.2mmPitch: 41.5mm/37.5mmBoard size…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored 200W Metal Power Resistor 8 Ohm ±5% using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the power supplies & cables category. Generic's power supplies & cables lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for power supplies & cables of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • [DIVERSE RESISTANCE VALUES] Available in multiple resistance options (1R, 2R, 4R, 8R, and 10R), this aluminum resistor meets various testing requirements.
  • [RELIABLE PERFORMANCE] Manufactured with strict quality controls to provide consistent and dependable performance in all applications.
  • [EFFECTIVE HEAT MANAGEMENT] The design includes screw holes for easy installation on chassis or radiators, promoting efficient heat dissipation.
  • [BROAD USAGE SCENARIOS] for use in power supply systems, sensor applications, elevators, stage audio setups, and other demanding electronic environments.
  • [SIZING REMINDER] Check your specifications to you select the correct resistance value.

Full Specifications

BrandGeneric
Full listing title200W Metal Power Resistor 8 Ohm ±5%, Tolerance Aluminum Housing with Mounting Holes for Audio forAmplifier Tube Amp Test Dummy Load and Industrial Electrical Applications(8 Ohm 8R)

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