{"product_id":"allen-bradley-81001-956-65-r-100w-powerflex-drive-resistor","title":"Allen Bradley 81001-956-65-R 100W PowerFlex Drive Resistor","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen Bradley 81001-956-65-R\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-wattage, industrial-grade power resistor designed for integration within the PowerFlex drive series. Rated at\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 Watts\u003c\/strong\u003e, this heavy-duty component manages thermal energy dissipation and voltage stabilization within the drive's internal circuitry. Often utilized in braking or snubber circuits, it protects the drive's power semiconductors by absorbing transient energy spikes. We supply this component in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econdition to ensure your hardware maintains factory-spec safety and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 81001-956-65-R is engineered for high-heat environments and demanding duty cycles:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllen Bradley (Rockwell Automation)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e81001-956-65-R\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 Watts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponent Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWirewound Power Resistor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAluminum Heat-Sink Enclosure or High-Temp Ceramic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChassis mount for optimal heat transfer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerFlex 7-Series \/ 700-Series Internal Components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 81001-956-65-R addresses critical thermal and electrical challenges within a VFD:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Heat Dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe resistor's physical architecture maximizes surface area contact with the drive's heat sink or chassis. This design ensures the component sheds 100W of thermal energy efficiently, preventing the internal cabinet temperature from exceeding safety limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransient Voltage Suppression:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis resistor stabilizes the DC bus by bleeding off excess energy. This prevents \"Overvoltage\" faults during motor deceleration or sudden load changes, keeping your process running without interruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibration-Proof Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAllen Bradley utilizes high-density potting compounds to secure the internal resistive wire. This prevents mechanical fatigue and open-circuit failures caused by the constant high-frequency vibration found in industrial motor control centers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect OEM Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAs an original spare part, the 81001-956-65-R features the exact lead lengths and mounting hole alignment required for PowerFlex chassis. This eliminates the need for field modifications or improvised mounting brackets that can compromise airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I replace this with a standard 100W resistor from an electronics shop?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe strongly advise against it. Industrial drive resistors like the 81001-956-65-R have specific inductance ratings and pulse-load capabilities designed by Rockwell Automation. Using a non-OEM part can lead to circuit resonance or premature failure of the drive's IGBTs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the signs that my current resistor has failed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA failed resistor often shows visible signs of overheating, such as charred insulation or cracked ceramic. Electrically, a failed unit will show \"infinite\" resistance (open circuit) on a multimeter, often causing the drive to trip on DC Bus Overvoltage or Hardware FBP faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this resistor \"Plug and Play\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it is a direct mechanical fit, you must ensure the drive is completely discharged (check DC bus voltage with a meter) before installation. Secure the mounting screws tightly to ensure a low-resistance thermal path to the chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this part include the mounting hardware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypically, this part number refers to the resistor itself. We recommend retaining the original mounting screws and brackets from the drive chassis for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52792546132277,"sku":"80026-053-07-R","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/81001-956-65-R.png?v=1777347009","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/allen-bradley-81001-956-65-r-100w-powerflex-drive-resistor","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}