5000A 75mV Shunt Resistor (High Current DC Measurement)

Technical overview for a 5000A 75mV shunt resistor: resistance, dissipation and wiring notes.

Key electrical values

Nominal current5000 A
Voltage drop75 mV (0.075 V)
Resistance0.015000 mΩ
Power dissipation (continuous)375 W
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Engineering notes

  • 375 W is significant: validate mounting, airflow and duty cycle.
  • Prefer busbar integration for thermal spreading at this power level.
  • Use Kelvin (4-wire) sensing for accurate measurement.

FAQ

What is the resistance of a 5000A 75mV shunt?
R = V/I = 0.075 / 5000 = 0.015000 mΩ.
How much power does it dissipate?
P = V·I = 0.075 · 5000 = 375 W (continuous at nominal current).