CSM5930A High Power Current Sense Resistors

CSM5930A resistors from VPG Foil Resistors are ideal for current monitoring in automotive, power management, industrial, and communication systems

Image of VPG Foil Resistors CSM5930A High Power Current Sense ResistorsCSM5930A high-performance two-terminal current sense resistors from VPG Foil Resistors are engineered for power applications requiring precision, reliability, and minimal resistance. Constructed with a metal strip design and proprietary processing, the CSM5930A achieves resistance values as low as 0.1 mΩ while supporting continuous currents up to 387 A and power ratings up to 15 W at +70°C.

With a temperature coefficient as low as ±50 ppm/°C and tolerance options down to ±1%, this resistor delivers dependable performance in harsh thermal environments from -65°C to +170°C. Their low inductance design (<3 nH) and AEC-Q200 qualification make them ideal for current monitoring in automotive, power management, industrial, and communication systems.

Features
  • Resistance range: 0.1 mΩ to 3 mΩ
  • Resistance tolerance: to ±1%
  • Temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR):
    • ±200 ppm/°C (0.1 mΩ)
    • ±50 ppm/°C (1 mΩ to 3 mΩ)
  • Power rating (at +70°C):
    • Up to 15 W (0.1 mΩ to 0.2 mΩ)
    • 10 W (0.5 mΩ to 0.75 mΩ)
    • 9 W (1 mΩ), 7 W (2 mΩ to 3 mΩ)
  • Maximum current: up to 387 A
  • Load life stability: ±0.5% (typical, 1000 h at +125°C)
  • Low inductance: <3 nH
  • Operating temperature: -65°C to +170°C
  • Short time overload: ±0.5%
  • Construction:
    • Metal strip element
    • Solderable copper terminations
  • Qualified to AEC-Q200
Applications
  • Power supplies, power amplifiers
  • Precision current-sensing and feedback circuits
  • Automotive systems and medical instrumentation
  • Measurement and test equipment
Published: 2026-03-18