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  • VPG Foil Resistors

High Precision Current Sensing Surface Mount Resistor

VPG FRCS3637

  • High Precision Current Sensing Surface Mount Resistor
  • 3637 package size
  • 10 ppm/°C max. (–55°C to +125°C, +25°C ref.)
  • Power rating: to 4 W
  • Resistance tolerance: to ±0.1%
  • Resistance range: 40 mΩ to 500 mΩ
  • Compliant

The FRCS3637 is a precision Bulk Metal® foil current sense resistor in a low-profile 3637 SMD package, designed for high-accuracy current measurement applications in power electronics, automotive systems, and instrumentation. Featuring a 4-terminal Kelvin connection and wrap-around terminations, it offers superior solder-joint reliability and minimizes parasitic inductance and thermal EMF effects. With resistance values from 40 mΩ to 500 mΩ, rated for up to 4 W at 70°C, and boasting tight tolerance (±0.1%), exceptional TCR stability (±10 ppm/°C), and load-life drift under ±0.1%, this component ensures precise, long-term performance in demanding environments. Rated for ESD withstand up to 25 kV, with both leaded and lead-free termination options, it supports robust, reliable operation where accuracy and stability are critical.

Key features of the FRCS3637 Series:

  • Resistance values: 40 mΩ to 500 mΩ
  • Power rating: Up to 4 W at 70°C (derating per datasheet)
  • Tolerance: ± 0.1% — ideal for high-accuracy applications
  • Temperature coefficient (TCR): ± 10 ppm/°C (–55 °C to +125 °C)
  • Load-life stability: ≤ ±0.1% drift at rated power and 70 °C
  • 4-terminal Kelvin configuration: Minimizes lead resistance and improves measurement accuracy
  • Low thermal EMF: Bulk Metal® foil process yields low parasitic thermo-voltage
  • ESD robust: Withstands up to 25 kV, safeguarding against electrostatic discharge
  • Flexible termination: Available in both lead‑free and tin/lead finishes for compliance and performance options
  • Small 3637 SMD format: 9.27 × 9.53 mm footprint with low 0.97 mm profile — space-saving for compact layout

Non-standard technical requirements such as resistance outside of standard range, lower tolerance or TCR are available upon request. Please contact us for further information and availability.

Typical applications of FRCS3637  include:

  • Precision current sensing in battery management systems (BMS), EV chargers, power supplies, and inverters
  • Current measurement for motor control, power amplifiers, and industrial drives
  • Accuracy-critical instrumentation and measurement circuits
  • Aerospace, military & medical electronics demanding high reliability and tight TCR
  • Thermal-sensitive OEM systems requiring low thermal EMF and drift

 

Specifications

Weight 0.00600 kg
Dimensions 0.64 x 1.27 x 2.03mm
Series / Model

Tolerance

, ,

Package / Size

Termination / Connection

Custom, Pb (Lead) free, Standard

Packaging

Tape & Reel, Waffle Pack

Power Rating

Temperature Range (°C)

-65 to +170°C

Ordering Info

Below is the model number configuration for the FRCS series from VPG Foil Resistors.
Ordering example: Y4489 0R40000 B0R
Y44890RXXXXXXXX

Precision (Y)

Y

Series / Model (4489)

4489     FRCS3637

Value (0RXXXXX)

R      Ω

Resistance Tolerance (X)

B       ± 0.1%
D      ± 0.5%
F       ± 1.0%

Termination / Connection (X)

0                   standard
9                   lead (Pb)-free
1 to 999        custom

Packaging (X)

W       waffle
R        tape and reel

Product Variations

SKUToleranceTermination / ConnectionPackaging
Y4489 0R4XXXX BXR±0.1%CustomTape & Reel
Y4489 0R4XXXX BXW±0.1%CustomWaffle Pack
Y4489 0R4XXXX B9R±0.1%Pb (Lead) freeTape & Reel
Y4489 0R4XXXX B9W±0.1%Pb (Lead) freeWaffle Pack
Y4489 0R4XXXX B0R±0.1%StandardTape & Reel
Y4489 0R4XXXX B0W±0.1%StandardWaffle Pack
Y4489 0R4XXXX DXR±0.5%CustomTape & Reel
Y4489 0R4XXXX DXW±0.5%CustomWaffle Pack
Y4489 0R4XXXX D9R±0.5%Pb (Lead) freeTape & Reel
Y4489 0R4XXXX D9W±0.5%Pb (Lead) freeWaffle Pack
Y4489 0R4XXXX D0R±0.5%StandardTape & Reel
Y4489 0R4XXXX D0W±0.5%StandardWaffle Pack
Y4489 0R4XXXX FXR±1%CustomTape & Reel
Y4489 0R4XXXX FXW±1%CustomWaffle Pack
Y4489 0R4XXXX F9R±1%Pb (Lead) freeTape & Reel
Y4489 0R4XXXX F9W±1%Pb (Lead) freeWaffle Pack
Y4489 0R4XXXX F0R±1%StandardTape & Reel
Y4489 0R4XXXX F0W±1%StandardWaffle Pack

FRCS Series Products

 Product nameSKUDatasheet 
VPG FRCS2512 VPG FRCS2512VPG FRCS2512 View Product
VPG FRCS3637 VPG FRCS3637VPG FRCS3637 View Product

Resources

Product Datasheet

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