How to Read Resistor Color Codes | Resistance Values

Опубликовано: 18 Февраль 2026
на канале: STEM
407
6

#resistor #colourcode table

Description:
In this video, we unravel the mystery of resistor color codes, enabling you to decode resistance values with ease.

As depicted in the image, resistors feature bands of different colors on their bodies, typically arranged in groups of three or five. Each color band represents a specific numerical value, crucial for determining the resistor's resistance.

Let's break it down:

Three-Band Resistor:

The first two colors denote numerical digits, while the third indicates the multiplier.
For instance, brown (1) + red (2) + brown (multiplier 10) equals a resistance of 120 ohms.
The fourth band, often gold, signifies the tolerance level, such as 5% for a 120-ohm resistor.
Five-Band Resistor:

The first three colors represent numerical digits, and the fourth signifies the multiplier.
For example, yellow (4) + violet (7) + black (0) + brown (multiplier 10) equals a resistance of 4700 ohms or 4.7 kiloohms.
The fifth band, typically brown, indicates a tolerance of 1%.
By following this method, you can accurately determine the resistance value of resistors, empowering you to troubleshoot circuits and design electronic systems effectively.

Join us as we demystify resistor color codes, making circuit analysis and design more accessible to enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful tutorials on electronics and electrical engineering topics.

#ResistorColorCodes #ResistanceValues #ElectronicsTutorial #CircuitDesign #ElectricalEngineering #ComponentIdentification #ElectronicComponents