{"id":25767,"date":"2023-01-19T11:00:13","date_gmt":"2023-01-19T19:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/?p=25767"},"modified":"2023-04-17T09:04:53","modified_gmt":"2023-04-17T17:04:53","slug":"what-is-shunt-resistor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-is-shunt-resistor\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Shunt Resistor? + Function &#038; Applications"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-is-shunt-resistor\/#What_is_a_Shunt_Resistor\" >What is a Shunt Resistor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-is-shunt-resistor\/#What_is_the_Function_of_a_Shunt_Resistor\" >What is the Function of a Shunt Resistor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-is-shunt-resistor\/#Shunt_Resistor_for_Current_Measuring\" >Shunt Resistor for Current Measuring<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-is-shunt-resistor\/#The_Circuits_Shunts_Position_for_Measuring_Current\" >The Circuit&#8217;s Shunt&#8217;s Position for Measuring Current<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-is-shunt-resistor\/#What_is_a_Shunt_in_Electronics\" >What is a Shunt in Electronics?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-is-shunt-resistor\/#Applications_of_Shunt_Resistors\" >Applications of Shunt Resistors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-is-shunt-resistor\/#FAQs_about_Shunt_Resistors\" >FAQs about Shunt Resistors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-is-shunt-resistor\/#Download_PDF_for_What_is_Shunt_Resistor\" >Download PDF for What is Shunt Resistor?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Shunt Resistor? <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; An electric current, either alternating or direct, is measured using a shunt resistor. The voltage drop across the resistor is measured to accomplish this.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the Linquip website, among the many options available to you, you will find all the information you need to know about the Shunt Resistor, as well as information regarding this marketplace. You can count on Linquip to provide you with as much general and reliable information about this topic, whether you&#8217;re a professional or a customer looking for a proper company. We recommend you review a list of all <\/span><b>Shunt Resistors<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> available in Linquip.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We would be delighted to provide you with more information on how we can help you generate revenue within your industry. Don&#8217;t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions! With <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/company-levels\"><b>Linquip&#8217;s Solutions for Each Company Level<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will be able to upgrade the capabilities of your organization in order to gain a competitive edge by taking advantage of a wide range of options to enhance your organization&#8217;s performance. If you are looking for the simplest or the most sophisticated marketing and advertising package for your business, we can help you ensure that your company gets as many customers as possible to grow your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Shunt_Resistor\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a Shunt Resistor?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A shunt resistor (also known as a shunt) is a component that establishes a low resistance route in order to direct the majority of the circuit&#8217;s electrical current along this path. A shunt resistor typically consists of a material with a low-temperature coefficient of resistance, giving it very low resistance throughout a broad temperature range.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ammeters, which are current-measuring instruments, frequently employ shunt resistors. The shunt resistance is linked in parallel in an ammeter. A device or circuit is linked in series with an ammeter.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_25770\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25770\" style=\"width: 624px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25770\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Picture1-6.png\" alt=\"What is Shunt Resistor?\" width=\"624\" height=\"468\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Picture1-6.png 624w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Picture1-6-300x225.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-25770\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A shunt resistor (Reference: <strong>uk.rs-online.com<\/strong>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Function_of_a_Shunt_Resistor\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the Function of a Shunt Resistor?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The resistance of a shunt resistor is little. It is linked in parallel with a current measurement device and offers a low resistance channel for current.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The shunt resistor measures the current using ohm&#8217;s law. The shunt resistor&#8217;s resistance is known. Additionally, it is linked in parallel to the ammeter. The voltage is therefore the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, using the equation of ohm&#8217;s law below, we may determine the current flowing through the device if we measure the voltage across a shunt resistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shunt_Resistor_for_Current_Measuring\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shunt Resistor for Current Measuring<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An ammeter is a device used to measure electric current. The majority of contemporary ammeters gauge the voltage drop across an exact resistor with a known resistance. Using Ohm&#8217;s law, the current flow is calculated:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">V=IR<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The majority of ammeters have a resistor built in to measure the current. A different arrangement is needed when the current is too high for the ammeter, though. The ammeter should be connected in parallel with a precise shunt resistor as a workaround. Ammeter shunt is a different name that is occasionally used to describe this sort of resistor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically, this is a low resistance manganin resistor with excellent accuracy. Only a tiny (known) portion of the current passes through the ammeter due to the division of the current between the shunt resistor and the ammeter. The remaining current travels via the shunt resistor instead of the ammeter. Large currents may still be monitored in this manner. It is possible to measure the real amperage by properly scaling the ammeter. The maximum amperage that can theoretically be measured with this setup is limitless. However, the measuring device&#8217;s voltage rating must not be exceeded. This indicates that the maximum current cannot exceed the voltage rating when multiplied by the ammeter resistance value. To minimize circuit interference, the ammeter resistance value should also be as low as feasible. A smaller ammeter, however, results in a smaller voltage drop and a lesser resolution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Circuits_Shunts_Position_for_Measuring_Current\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Circuit&#8217;s Shunt&#8217;s Position for Measuring Current<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The location of the shunt resistor in the circuit must be carefully chosen. The shunt is frequently positioned as near to the ground as is practical when the circuit and the measuring instrument share a common ground. The goal is to shield the ammeter from excessive common mode voltage that might harm the instrument or provide false readings. This configuration has the drawback that leakage currents that circumvent the shunt may go undetected. To safeguard the instrument, the shunt that is installed in the ungrounding leg must be isolated from the ground, have a voltage divider, or have an isolation amplifier. Other approaches are feasible, such as avoiding direct contact between the measuring device and the high voltage circuit by utilizing a Hall Effect sensor. However, modern shunts are frequently more cost-effective.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_25771\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25771\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25771\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Picture2-6.png\" alt=\"What is Shunt Resistor?\" width=\"400\" height=\"199\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Picture2-6.png 400w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Picture2-6-300x149.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-25771\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Position of the Shunt in the Circuit for Measuring Current (Reference: <strong>eepower.com<\/strong>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Shunt_in_Electronics\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a Shunt in Electronics?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main objective of this article, which is to measure current, is to discuss shunt resistors. The term &#8220;shunt&#8221; has a larger connotation in the field of electronics, though. A shunt is a component that a circuit uses to reroute current around another component. There are many different applications. Electrical components other than resistors can be employed for various applications. A few instances are provided to highlight the variety of shunts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safeguarding a Circuit From Overvoltage<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a crowbar circuit is one way to shield a circuit from excessive voltage. A short circuit will occur in a device if the voltage is too high. The current then flows parallel to the circuit as a result. The voltage in the circuit quickly drops as a result. A circuit breaker or a fuse should trip due to the excessive current flowing through the shunt.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoiding a Broken Gadget<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a series circuit, if one component fails, the entire circuit will be destroyed. This issue can be solved with a shunt. The shunt will short out due to the greater voltage that results from the failure. The faulty component will be sent around by the electricity. Lighting up for Christmas is a prime instance of this.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid Electrical Hum<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When high-frequency noise is a concern in a circuit, shunts with a capacitor may be used. The capacitor directs noise to the ground before the unwanted signal reaches the circuit components.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Applications_of_Shunt_Resistors\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applications of Shunt Resistors<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The use of shunt resistors is described in the list below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In an electrical circuit, a shunt resistor is utilized as overvoltage protection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is utilized in a gadget that measures current.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is applied to get around broken equipment. (When several components are linked in series, if one fails to function, the circuit will be broken. Shunt resistor bypasses the malfunctioning component in this scenario and resumes the circuit route.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get around the high-frequency noise issue, a circuit uses a shunt resistor and capacitor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is utilized in power supply and overload protection control circuits.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_about_Shunt_Resistors\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs about Shunt Resistors<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. What is the purpose of a shunt resistor?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An electric current, either alternating or direct, is measured using a shunt resistor. The voltage drop across the resistor is measured to accomplish this.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. What do you mean by shunt resistance?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The slope of the dark current vs the applied voltage to the detector is known as shunt resistance (Rsh).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. What is the difference between a shunt resistor and a normal resistor?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The temperature coefficient of thermal EMF is the primary distinction between shunt resistors and normal resistors. Normal resistors disregard the thermal EMF, whereas shunt resistors create a changing voltage based on the temperature of two distinct conducting materials.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Do I need a shunt resistor?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A resistor is usually included into ammeters to measure current. A different arrangement is needed when the current is too high for the ammeter, though. The ammeter should be connected in parallel with a precise shunt resistor as a workaround.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. What is the two uses of shunt?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An electrical component known as a shunt produces a low resistance route in a circuit and permits electricity to flow through it. The amount of current passing through a shunt is measured using this device. Additionally, it serves as an overvoltage protection in circuits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Download_PDF_for_What_is_Shunt_Resistor\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Download PDF for What is Shunt Resistor?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can download the PDF format of this post from the link provided <\/span><b>here<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Buy Equipment or Ask for a Service<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>By using Linquip RFQ Service, you can expect\u00a0to receive quotations from various suppliers across multiple industries and regions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/linquip.com\/get-quote?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=content&amp;utm_campaign=product_list&amp;utm_term=product_list&amp;utm_content=rfq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click Here to Request a Quotation From Suppliers and Service Providers<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More on Linquip<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><a title=\"A Quick Guide to Resistor Color Code\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/guide-to-resistor-color-code\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A Quick Guide to Resistor Color Code<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><a title=\"Variable Resistor\u2236 Learn The Basics, Get The Most out of It!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/variable-resistor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Variable Resistor\u2236 Learn The Basics, Get The Most out of It!<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;What is Pull-up and Pull-down Resistors? + Typical Application&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:1073857,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;9&quot;:1,&quot;10&quot;:1,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;16&quot;:11,&quot;17&quot;:1,&quot;23&quot;:1}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-is-pull-up-and-pull-down-resistors\/\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-is-pull-up-and-pull-down-resistors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What is Pull-up and Pull-down Resistors? + Typical Application<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"><strong><a title=\"Mastering Resistance Calculations: A Comprehensive Guide for Electrical Enthusiasts\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/mastering-resistance-calculations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Mastering Resistance Calculations: A Comprehensive Guide for Electrical Enthusiasts<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;All You Need to Know About Guide to Resistor Values&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:1073857,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;9&quot;:1,&quot;10&quot;:1,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;16&quot;:11,&quot;17&quot;:1,&quot;23&quot;:1}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/guide-to-resistor-values\/\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/guide-to-resistor-values\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">All You Need to Know About Guide to Resistor Values<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;What is Braking Resistor? 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The voltage drop across the resistor is measured to accomplish this. 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