C56 1k Ohm Resistor – 1/4 Watt (0.25W) ±5% Tolerance – Carbon Film Through-Hole Axial Resistor (25PCS)

The 1k Ohm fixed resistor is a cornerstone component for any electronics toolkit. Whether you are a student learning the basics of Ohm's Law or a professional designing complex PCBs, this resistor provides reliable performance for current limiting, signal biasing, and voltage division. Its carbon film construction offers a great balance of affordability and stability.

Key Features

• Universal Resistance Value: Labeled with the standard 4-band code (Brown-Black-Red-Gold) for a precise 1,000 $\Omega$ resistance.

• Prototyping Ready: Features flexible axial leads that fit perfectly into breadboards and standard through-hole PCB layouts.

• Reliable Construction: High-quality carbon film ensures stable electrical characteristics for general-purpose applications.

• Industry Standard: The 1/4 Watt power rating is suitable for the majority of low-power digital and analog circuits.

Technical Specifications

Common Applications

• Pull-up/Pull-down Resistors: Essential for defining digital logic states in microcontrollers (Arduino, Pi, etc.).

• Transistor Biasing: Used to set operating points in amplifier and switching circuits.

• Current Limiting: Protects sensitive components from excessive current.

• Educational Kits: A primary component used in basic electronics experiments and STEM projects.