New metal element high current jumpers released

Stackpole Electronics, Inc. has introduced its MCJ series, a new line of metal element high current jumpers designed to fulfil the growing demand for compact, efficient, and reliable circuit solutions.

The series is engineered with a precision metal element that supplies extremely low resistance, ensuring minimal power loss even under heavy current loads. This advanced design allows the jumpers to handle current ratings ranging from 8A in the tiny 0201 chip size up to 122A in the larger 2512 chip size. Also, the series offers an impressive overload current capability of up to 244A, providing designers with an extra level of safety and reliability in demanding applications.

Zero-ohm jumpers play an important role in electronic design, serving as convenient circuit routing elements that simplify layout, decrease complexity, and improve overall manufacturability. They are often employed across a wide range of industries, from consumer electronics and computing devices to industrial, medical, and automotive systems. However, traditional thick film jumpers typically have a maximum current rating of about 10A, which restricts their use in higher-power applications.

By contrast, the series overcomes these limitations with its high current handling capability and robust metal element construction. This makes it far less sensitive to surge currents, a critical factor in protecting sensitive circuits from sudden spikes. Also, the higher efficiency of the MCJ jumpers allows designers to use smaller components without sacrificing performance, saving valuable board space and contributing to the development of more compact, lightweight, and cost-effective end products.

Combining a small size, high reliability, and superior current-carrying performance, the MCJ series delivers an excellent solution for next-generation electronics that demand efficiency and durability.