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Low-Resistance Current Sensing

Electron Beam Welded Shunts

Copper-manganin current-sensing components for battery management systems, energy storage, EV power distribution and industrial power electronics.

50–750 µΩ
Available resistance range
±0.5% available
Best listed tolerance
<3 nH or <5 nH
Listed model values
Standard or custom
Terminal configurations

Current rating varies by model and cooling conditions.

Electron beam welded shunt resistor for low-resistance current sensing

Manufacturing Process

How the Copper-Manganin Joint Is Made

Electron beam welding joins copper terminals to a manganin resistance element. This creates a compact copper-to-manganin joint for low-resistance current measurement.

Electron beam welded shunt manufacturing process
01 Material Preparation

Copper terminals and manganin strips are prepared to the product drawing.

02 Electron Beam Welding

The copper and manganin sections are joined by electron beam welding.

03 Resistance Adjustment

The resistance element is trimmed to the specified value and tolerance.

04 Electrical Verification

Resistance and voltage output are checked against the order specification.

Product Range

Electron Beam Welded Shunt Product Series

LDSH-2 high-current EBW shunt

LDSH-2 High-Current EBW Shunt

Output: 100–600 A / 75 mV

Resistance: 0.125–0.75 mΩ

Tolerance: ±1%, ±5%

TCR: ±50 ppm/°C

Temperature: −40°C to +170°C

Inductance: <5 nH

For high-current industrial power systems, energy storage and DC distribution.

LDSH-6918 compact low-profile EBW shunt

LDSH-6918 Compact Low-Profile EBW Shunt

Length: 69 mm

Resistance: 50–250 µΩ

Tolerance: ±0.5%, ±1%, ±5%

TCR: ±100 ppm/°C

Temperature: −40°C to +170°C

Terminals: Through-hole, M3, pin

For compact BMS, battery packs and industrial current sensing.

LDSH-8518 85 mm EBW shunt

LDSH-8518 85 mm EBW Shunt

Length: 85 mm

Resistance: 50–250 µΩ

Tolerance: ±0.5%, ±1%, ±5%

TCR: ±100 ppm/°C

Temperature: −40°C to +170°C

Inductance: <3 nH

Standard, M3 threaded, pin and riveted-pin options for BMS, energy storage and power electronics.

Mechanical Integration

Dimensions and Terminal Configurations

Check the model drawing against your busbar or PCB layout before ordering.

LDSH-2 dimensional drawing
LDSH-2 Dimensional Drawing
LDSH-6918 dimensional drawing
LDSH-6918 Dimensional Drawing
LDSH-8518 dimensional drawing
LDSH-8518 Dimensional Drawing
Series / VersionResistance or RatingLWTABCD
LDSH-2100–600 A / 75 mV120 ± 2 mm22–44 mm*4 ± 0.2 mm100 ± 1 mm49 ± 1 mmØ10.5 ± 0.2 mmM4
LDSH-6918, M3 sense terminals50 / 100 / 125 / 250 µΩ69 ± 0.5 mm18 ± 0.2 mm3 ± 0.2 mm52 ± 0.2 mm9 / 14.5 / 16.9 / 28 mm**Ø7 ± 0.2 mmM3
LDSH-8518, M3 sense terminals50 / 100 / 125 / 250 µΩ85 ± 0.5 mm18 ± 0.2 mm3 ± 0.2 mm60 ± 0.2 mm9 / 14.5 / 16.9 / 28 mm**Ø7 ± 0.2 mmM3

* LDSH-2 width is 22 mm for 100–300 A, 30 mm for 400 A, 36 mm for 500 A and 44 mm for 600 A.

** B corresponds to 50 / 100 / 125 / 250 µΩ respectively. The listed LDSH-6918 and LDSH-8518 values apply to the M3 sense-terminal version.

Other terminal versions use different dimensions. Request the final drawing before releasing tooling, busbars or PCBs.

01

Standard Through-Hole

Bolt-on busbar or cable integration.

02

M3 Threaded

M3 threaded sense terminals for voltage measurement.

03

PCB Pin Type

Sense pins for PCB or signal-wire connection.

04

Riveted Pin Type

Riveted sense terminals for specified wire layouts.

Separate current and sense terminals reduce measurement error from connection resistance. Confirm the final drawing before ordering.

Model Comparison

Quick Selection Guide

SeriesSize / ConfigurationResistance / OutputToleranceTerminal OptionsTypical Application
LDSH-2120 mm bolt-on shunt0.125–0.75 mΩ / 100–600 A, 75 mV±1%, ±5%Standard bolt-onIndustrial power, energy storage, DC distribution
LDSH-691869 mm body50–250 µΩ±0.5%, ±1%, ±5%Through-hole, M3, pinCompact BMS and battery packs
LDSH-851885 mm body50–250 µΩ±0.5%, ±1%, ±5%Standard, M3, pin, riveted pinEnergy storage and power electronics

Current rating depends on resistance, cooling, ambient temperature, duty cycle and permitted temperature rise.

Custom Engineering

Information Needed for a Custom EBW Shunt

Send the operating profile and drawing so electrical and mechanical requirements can be checked together.

Send Your Drawing or Requirements
  • ✓ Resistance or current/mV output
  • ✓ Continuous and pulse current
  • ✓ Tolerance and TCR
  • ✓ Overall dimensions
  • ✓ Mounting-hole pattern
  • ✓ Sense terminal location
  • ✓ Busbar or PCB interface
  • ✓ Validation documents

Applications

Typical Applications

Battery Management Systems
Energy Storage Systems
EV Power Distribution
Charging Equipment
Inverters and Converters
Industrial Power Supplies
DC Distribution
High-Current Test Equipment

Manufacturing & Test

Manufacturing and Inspection

Electron beam welded shunt production line inspection

Production Process

Production includes material preparation, welding, resistance adjustment and dimensional inspection.

Shunt resistance testing equipment

Electrical and Temperature Verification

Checks can include resistance, voltage output, and high- and low-temperature testing for the specified model.

A high- and low-temperature test report is available for one submitted LDSH-8518 sample. It applies only to that sample.

Process Videos

See the Manufacturing and Testing Process

EBW Manufacturing Process

Shunt Production Detail

Inspection and Testing

Technical Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an electron beam welded shunt?

A low-resistance current-sensing component in which copper terminals are joined to a resistance-alloy element using electron beam welding.

How is an EBW shunt different from a standard DC shunt?

EBW refers to joining copper terminals directly to the manganin resistance element. Other DC shunts may use different structures or assembly methods. Choose by resistance or output, current profile, cooling and mounting.

Should I specify resistance or current and millivolt output?

Either can be used. For current/mV requirements, resistance follows R = V/I. Also provide continuous and peak current.

Which terminal configuration should I choose?

Choose according to busbar, cable or PCB integration, sensing-wire routing, mounting space and the approved drawing.

Can LEEYD customize dimensions and sensing terminals?

Yes. Send the target resistance, current profile, dimensions, mounting pattern and sense-terminal position for review.

Can these shunts be supplied for automotive projects?

Yes, products can be developed to customer specifications, but LEEYD does not claim AEC-Q200 certification for this range. Customer-specific qualification requirements and documents must be agreed for each project.

Request for Quotation

Request an EBW Shunt Proposal

Send the application, electrical target, current profile and mechanical limits. A drawing is helpful but not required.