BW100-005
May 27, 2026

BW100-005

Manufacturer: SEW-EURODRIVE Product Type: Wirewound braking resistor

Description

Part Number Explanation

  • BW: Braking resistor

  • 100: Nominal resistance 100 Ω

  • 005: Continuous power rating 0.5 kW

Main Technical Specifications

  • Resistance: 100 Ω (tolerance ±10%)

  • Continuous power: 0.5 kW

  • Peak power: Approximately 10 kW for short-time operation

  • Thermal protection: Built-in overtemperature switch

  • Protection class: IP20

  • Operating ambient temperature: -20 °C ~ +40 °C

  • Cooling mode: Natural air cooling

  • Weight: Around 1.1 kg

Key Features

  1. Dissipates regenerative energy during motor braking and prevents DC bus overvoltage.

  2. Compact design for easy installation inside control cabinets.

  3. Sturdy wirewound construction ensures stable long-term performance.

  4. Integrated thermal switch provides reliable overheat protection.

Typical Applications

Designed for low and medium-power SEW inverters and servo drives. Commonly used on light-duty conveyors, small packaging machines and general auxiliary automation equipment.


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