Vishay WSC WSN Data Sheet
Summary
Discover high-performance Vishay Dale Wirewound Resistors, designed for superior precision power handling in surface mount applications. This manual provides comprehensive technical specifications for WSC and WSN series components, featuring welded construction, stable performance across varying environmental conditions, and high surge capability. Ideal for electronics engineers requiring reliable, RoHS-compliant resistors (up to 3W) who need detailed information on global part numbering, mounting dimensions, and electrical ratings.
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WSC, WSN Vishay Dale
Wirewound Resistors, Precision Power, Surface Mount
FEATURES All welded construction Molded encapsulation Wraparound terminations Excellent stability at different environmental conditions High power ratings (up to 3 W) Superior surge capability Available in non-inductive styles with Ayrton- Perry winding (WSN in lieu of WSC, maximum resistance is one-half WSC range) AEC-Q200 qualified available (1) Compliant to Ro HS Directive 2002/95/EC Note (1) Flame retardance test may not be applicable to some resistor technologies.
STANDARD ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GLOBAL HISTORICAL POWER RATING P70 °C RESISTANCE RANGE TOLERANCE WEIGHT (typical)
ENCAPSULATION
MODEL MODEL SIZE ± % g/1000 pieces WSC01/2 WSC-1/2 0.5 0.1 to 4.99 0.5, 1, 5 Epoxy
WSC0001 WSC-1 0.1 to 2.77K 0.5, 1, 5 Thermoplastic (3)
WSC2515 WSC2515 0.1 to 2.5K 0.1, 0.25, 0.5, 1, 5 (2) Thermoplastic
WSC0002 WSC-2 0.1 to 4.92K 0.5, 1, 5 Thermoplastic (3)
WSC4527 WSC4527 0.1 to 4.92K 0.5, 1, 5 Thermoplastic
WSC6927 WSC6927 0.1 to 8K 0.5, 1, 5 Thermoplastic
Notes Part marking: 1/2 W - DALE, value; 1 W - model, value, tolerance, date code; 2 W and 3 W - DALE, model, value, tolerance, date code. (2) 0.1 % and 0.25 % is available on the WSC2515 for 0.499 to 2.5 k range. (3) As of 1/1/2010, the WSC0001 and WSC0002 are molded with thermoplastic in lieu of epoxy. Reference PCN-DR-002-2009 and PCN-DR-003-2009
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PARAMETER UNIT WSC01/2 WSC0001 WSC2515 WSC0002 WSC4527/WSC6927
± 20 = 26.51 and above; ± 20 = 10 and above;
± 20 = 26.51 and above; ± 20 = 10.0 and above;
Temperature ± 50 = 1.0 to 4.99 ± 50 = 1.0 to 26.5 ; ± 50 = 1.0 to 9.9 ;
ppm/°C ± 50 = 1.0 to 26.5 ; ± 50 = 1.0 to 9.9 ;
Coefficient ± 90 = 0.1 to 0.99 ± 90 = 0.31 to 0.99 ± 90 = 0.31 to 0.99
± 90 = 0.1 to 0.99 ± 90 = 0.1 to 0.99
± 150 = 0.1 to 0.3 ± 150 = 0.1 to 0.3
Dielectric
VAC > 500
Withstanding Voltage Insulation Resistance > 109 Operating
°C - 65 to + 175 - 65 to + 275
Temperature Range Maximum Working
Voltage
GLOBAL PART NUMBER INFORMATION Global Part Numbering example: WSC2515R7000FEA
CW AS
GLOBAL MODEL SIZE VALUE TOLERANCE PACKAGING SPECIAL
WSC 01/2 R = Decimal B = ± 0.1 % (4) EA = Lead (Pb)-free, tape/reel (Dash number)
WSN K = Thousand C = ± 0.25 % (4) EK = Lead (Pb)-free, bulk (Up to 2 digits) R7000 = 0.70 D = ± 0.5 % TA = Tin/lead, tape/reel (R86) From 1 to 99 1K500 = 1.5 k F = ± 1.0 % BA = Tin/lead, bulk (B43) as applicable G = ± 2.0 % H = ± 3.0 % J = ± 5.0 % K = ± 10 %
Historical Part Numbering example: WSC-1 0.7 1 % R86
WSC-1 0.7 1 % R86
HISTORICAL MODEL RESISTANCE VALUE TOLERANCE PACKAGING Note (4) WSC2515 only
* Pb containing terminations are not Ro HS compliant, exemptions may apply ** Please see document “Vishay Material Category Policy”: www.vishay.com/doc?99902
Document Number: 30102 For technical questions, contact: [email protected] www.vishay.com
Revision: 17-Feb-11
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Manual Details
| Brand | Vishay |
|---|---|
| Pages | 3 |
| File Size | 95.49 KB |
| Published | May 28, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating temperature range for these resistors?
They function in a broad operational temperature range of -65 to +275 °C.
Are these products compliant with environmental directives?
Vishay certifies that all identified RoHS-Compliant products adhere to Directive 2011/65/EU.
Can I use these resistors in critical life-sustaining equipment?
No, they are not designed for life-saving or life-sustaining applications where product failure could cause personal injury or death.
What types of resistor packages are available?
Available options include wirewound and various surface mount series (WSCxxx) in both epoxy and thermoplastic encapsulations.