Quick Answer:The Resistance Coil is a non-inductively wound wire resistor in a polymer case, giving a fixed, known resistance for Ohm’s law, bridge balancing and circuit calibration. Values of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 Ω are listed.
Last updated: 18 October 2026
Key Features
Non-inductive winding keeps inductive and capacitive effects small.
Low temperature coefficient of resistance for a stable value.
Seven listed values from 1 Ω to 100 Ω.
Housed in a polymer case.
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Winding
Non-inductive
Values
1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 Ω
Case
Polymer
Temperature coefficient
Low
How It Is Used
The coil is used as a known reference resistance, for example in one gap of a meter bridge or with an ammeter and voltmeter to check Ohm’s law. Several coils can be joined in series or parallel to compare measured and calculated combined resistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What values does the Resistance Coil come in?
1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 Ω, with custom values also mentioned.
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