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17725005 - ESAB 17725005 Wire Wound Resistor 25W 5 Ohm

Packaging: pack of 1
$165.59/EA $105.08/pack of 1 only $105.08/EASave 37%

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OVERVIEW

Get Your ESAB Welder Running Again

When your welder goes down, production stops. If you've traced the problem to a blown resistor, the ESAB 17725005 is the exact part you need to get back to burning rod. This isn't just a generic electronics store part; it's a heavy-duty, wire-wound resistor built to handle the heat and stress inside a welding machine. Rated at 25 Watts and 5 Ohms, it plays a crucial role in managing the power flow inside your machine's guts.

Why use a genuine ESAB part? Welding machines are finicky beasts. They deal with high voltages and massive current spikes. A cheap, off-the-shelf resistor might look the same, but if it can't handle the thermal load or isn't wound correctly, it will just pop again—or worse, fry your main control board. This 25W resistor is built tough. It uses a wire-wound design which acts like a tank compared to standard resistors, absorbing energy spikes without failing.

Installation is straightforward for those familiar with machine repair. It's designed to fit right into the existing mounts or clips on your ESAB unit. Whether you are fixing an older power source or a newer inverter, checking your manual for part number 17725005 confirms this is the match. Don't risk your expensive equipment on guesswork; stick with the OEM part that was designed for the job.

Quick Specs for the Shop:

  • Value: 5 Ohms
  • Power: 25 Watts (Big power handling)
  • Type: Wire Wound (Durable)
  • Application: Internal power regulation/control
Additional Information
Watts:25 W
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Component Type:Wire Wound Resistor
Resistance:5.00 Ohms
Tolerance:3%
Power Rating:25 Watts

INCLUDED

  • 1 x ESAB Wire Wound Resistor (25W, 5 Ohm)

APPLICATIONS

  • Replacement part for ESAB welding power sources
  • Power regulation circuits
  • Current sensing or limiting
  • Bleed resistor applications in capacitors banks
  • Snubber circuits in power switching modules

FAQ

The resistance value is 5.00 Ohms.

It is rated for 25 Watts.

Yes, this is a genuine ESAB OEM replacement part, SKU 17725005.

WW stands for Wire Wound, indicating the construction method of the resistor which provides high stability and power handling.

Visually, it may look charred, cracked, or discolored. Electrically, it will read infinite resistance (open circuit) or a value significantly drifting from 5 Ohms when tested with a multimeter.

It is not recommended. Welding machines require resistors with specific pulse handling and thermal characteristics. A generic resistor might fail under load.

It is usually found on the main power board, near capacitor banks, or in the power control circuitry. Consult your machine's schematic.

No, resistors are non-polarized components and can be installed in either direction.