Electrical resistors; wirewound variable, including rheostats and potentiometers, for a power handling capacity exceeding 20W (excluding heating)

HS v2022 Code: 853339

About electrical resistors; wirewound variable, including rheostats and potentiometers, for a power handling capacity exceeding 20w (excluding heating)

HS code 853339 covers a range of electrical resistors, including wirewound variable resistors, rheostats, and potentiometers, with a power handling capacity exceeding 20 watts. These components play a crucial role in electronic circuits, allowing for the precise control and regulation of electrical current and voltage. They are widely used in various industries, from consumer electronics to industrial automation, making them an essential part of the broader electrical and electronics sector.

Production process

The production of electrical resistors under HS code 853339 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the resistive element, often made of a metal alloy or carbon composition, is wound onto a ceramic or plastic former. The winding is then encased in a protective housing, which may include features such as a shaft for adjustment in the case of variable resistors. The assembly is then tested and calibrated to ensure it meets the required specifications for power handling, resistance range, and other performance parameters.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 853339 electrical resistors include the raw materials for the resistive element, such as metal alloys or carbon compounds, as well as the ceramic or plastic formers and casings. Specialized machinery, such as winding machines and testing equipment, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, skilled labor, including engineers and technicians, is necessary to ensure the quality and precision of the final products.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 853339 is electrical resistors, which are used in a wide range of electronic devices and systems. These resistors are often consumed by manufacturers of 853340 Electrical resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers; other than heating resistors, 854370 Electrical machines and apparatus, having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, and 854420 (Insulated (including enamelled or anodised) wire, cable (including co-axial cable) and other insulated electric conductors, whether or not fitted with connectors; optical fibre cables, made up of individually sheathed fibres, whether or not assembled with electric conductors or fitted with connectors), among other related industries.

Revisions to 853339

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 853339. The most recent 1 version of this code (853339) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 853339.

Family tree for electrical resistors; wirewound variable, including rheostats and potentiometers, for a power handling capacity exceeding 20w (excluding heating)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/85'>85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8533'>8533: Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), excluding heating resistors</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/853339'>853339: Electrical resistors; wirewound variable, including rheostats and potentiometers, for a power handling capacity exceeding 20W (excluding heating)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/853310'>853310: Electrical resistors; fixed carbon resistors, composition or film types (including rheostats and potentiometers but excluding heating resistors)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/853321'>853321: Electrical resistors; fixed, for a power handling capacity not exceeding 20W (including rheostats and potentiometers but excluding heating resistors and carbon resistors)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/853329'>853329: Electrical resistors; fixed, for a power handling capacity exceeding 20W (including rheostats and potentiometers but excluding heating resistors and carbon resistors)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/853331'>853331: Electrical resistors; wirewound variable, including rheostats and potentiometers, for a power handling capacity not exceeding 20W (excluding heating)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/853340'>853340: Electrical resistors; variable, including rheostats and potentiometers (excluding heating)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/853390'>853390: Resistors; parts of the resistors of heading no. 8533</a>"]

    

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