About Us


Company Profile

HVR International GmbH was established in October 2007.

The company, formerly known as C. Conradty Mechanical & Electrical, has been producing Silicon Carbide Varistors in Röthenbach near Nürnberg since 1953.

During 1974, the company also commenced the manufacture of Zinc Oxide Varistors, however in the nineties, the manufacture of this product type was transferred to China.

We also have significant experience in the production of Metal Ceramic Compound Resistors. The manufacture of this Product Type dates back to 1921.

Our extensive programme includes the ideal varistor for your application. The following list of passive components are available on request:

  • Metal Oxide Varistors (voltage dependent resistors on a Zinc Oxide basis).
  • VDR - Silicon Carbide Varistors (voltage dependent resistors).
  • VDR - Silicon Carbide Varistors (Non-Inductive Compound Resistor, voltage dependent for high and low voltage application).
  • Metal Ceramic Resistors (High Load, Non Inductive Compound Resistors).

HVR International GmbH can develop and manufacture resistors according to customer's specifications for specific applications.

Our Applications Laboratory will be pleased to assist in the selection of the correct Varistor or Resistor.

The HVR Group

The HVR Group of resistor technology companies comprises 3 manufacturing divisions.

HVR International Limited, located in Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, UK, specialises in Linear Ceramic Carbon Resistor Technology.

HVR Pentagon Limited, located in Birmingham, West Midlands, UK, manufactures a wide range of Wire Wound Power Resistor Products.

Contact Information:


HVR International GmbH

Grünthal 8, D-90552 Röthenbach a.d. Pegnitz, Germany

T: + 49 (0) 911 8101-552

F: + 49 (0) 911 8101-555

E:  info@hvrint.de

W: www.hvrint.de

Main Activities

Manufacture and supply of SiC and ZnO Varistors including Tube Resistors with marginal non linear effect.

Key Product Features

High Surge Energy Rating   |   Single Disc or Modular Assemblies   |   Repeatable Non-Linear Characteristic


HVR International Limited

Bede Industrial Estate, Jarrow, Tyne & Wear, NE32 3EN, UK

T: + 44 (0) 191 489 7771

F: + 44 (0) 191 483 9501

E:  hvr@hvrint.com

W: www.hvrint.com

Main Activities

Manufacture of High Voltage Ceramic Linear Resistors for use in Switchgear and Power Electronics.

Key Product Features

High Voltage Withstand  |  Non-Inductive  |  High Surge Energy Rating  |  Air, Oil, SF6 Environments


HVR Pentagon Limited

Unit 2, Tudor Industrial Estate, Wharfdale Road, Tyseley, Birmingham, B11 2DG, UK

T: + 44 (0) 121 707 7922

F: + 44 (0) 121 706 6176

E:  admin@hvrpentagon.com

W: www.hvrpentagon.com

Main Activities

Manufacture of Wire Wound Power Resistors, Dynamic Braking Resistors and Anti-Condensation Heaters.

Key Product Features

Wire and Tape Wound Technology   |   Vitreous Enamelled and Open Types   |   30W to 40kW Power Rating