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Custom Braking Resistor Solutions: 100% Manufactured in Brisbane by Backer Cynebar Ohmic

by JN ·

Completed braking resistor with ventilated enclosure and terminal box at the Brisbane workshop

When it comes to heavy-duty electrical applications, waiting months for overseas shipping isn't an option. At Backer Cynebar Ohmic, we eliminate international lead times by keeping our manufacturing entirely local.

We have just completed a high-specification production run of six 30kW braking resistors (125 Amps, 1.9 Ohms, 50% duty cycle) at our Brisbane facility.

Completed braking resistor enclosures secured on a pallet at the Brisbane factory
Completed braking resistor enclosures secured on a pallet at the Brisbane factory

Precision Engineering with Resistohm125

To meet the demanding thermal and electrical loads of this project, we utilized our advanced 12-convolution, 1.6 mm grid plates. These plates were precision-punched right here in our workshop using our heavy-duty 80-ton press.

Resistohm125 grid plate assembly mounted on insulated supports inside a braking resistor enclosure
Resistohm125 grid plate assembly mounted on insulated supports inside a braking resistor enclosure
Close-up of the formed grid plates inside the braking resistor enclosure
Grid plate fully welded to complete circuit

By choosing Backer Cynebar Ohmic, you gain direct access to our extensive local stock and engineering capabilities:

  • Massive Material Inventory: We keep approximately 4 tons of premium Resistohm125 resistor plate raw material in stock in Brisbane to kickstart your project without delay.
  • 75 Unique Grid Plate Styles: Our massive library of grid plate styles allows us to engineer and customize the perfect layout for your specific heat dissipation requirements.
  • Rapid Australian Delivery: Local manufacturing means we significantly compress traditional lead times, ensuring your operations stay on schedule.

Tailored to Your Exact Specifications

We don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Our engineering team can build fully customized power resistors tailored to your precise process and electrical requirements. Just let us know your requirements, and we will build it for you:

  • Electrical Specs: Your exact Ohms and Amps
  • Duty Cycle: Designed to perfectly match your braking frequency
  • Enclosure IP Rating: Tailored to your environment (dust, water, or severe weather)
  • Enclosure Material: Available in a variety of durable materials to suit your site conditions
Braking resistor grid plates and wiring with the supplied 30 kW, 125 Amps, 1.9 Ohms and 50% duty cycle annotation
Braking resistor grid plates and wiring with the supplied 30 kW, 125 Amps, 1.9 Ohms and 50% duty cycle annotation
Braking resistor terminal box showing power connections and green-yellow earth wiring
Braking resistor terminal box showing power connections and green-yellow earth wiring

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