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    Dealing with resistors is not just about choosing the proper number of ohms.
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    Rugged General-Purpose Chip Resistors Help Shrink Auto, Industrial Apps

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    ROHM’s new resistor family achieves equivalent rated power in a smaller size with a guaranteed stable long-term supply.
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    Compact Thick-Film Resistors Offer High Power Dissipation and Reliability

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    Passives & Parts

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    The significantly increased performance of modern electronics, especially in the areas of wireless and power, are putting pressure on the passives, discretes, and magnetics to...
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    Overcome the Challenges of Using Sub-Milliohm SMD Chip Resistors

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    This two-part series delves into sub-milliohm SMD chip resistor design issues.
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    RoHS and Its Impact on the Resistor Industry

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