





10kΩ (Ohm) Resistor – ¼ Watt Carbon Film Resistor
A 10k resistor is a passive resistor with a resistance of 10,000 ohms, and is used to control the flow of electric current in a circuit. They are also known as key resistors, and are essential for the stability and safety of electronic circuits. High-quality 10kΩ carbon film resistor rated at ¼ Watt with ±5% tolerance, ideal for Arduino projects, sensor pull-up circuits, voltage dividers, and general electronics prototyping.
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Made In : | India |
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Key Features:
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Resistance: 10kΩ (10,000 Ohms)
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Power Rating: 0.25W (¼ Watt)
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Tolerance: ±5%
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Body Type: Carbon Film, Axial Leaded
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Color Code: Brown – Black – Orange – Gold
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Commonly used in Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, analog circuits, pull-up/pull-down setups, and sensor interfacing
Product Description (Detailed):
The 10kΩ Resistor is a staple component in electronics used in digital and analog circuits. It's ideal for sensor interfaces, GPIO protection, biasing, and voltage divider circuits. Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, a 10kΩ resistor is essential for your Arduino or Raspberry Pi toolkit.
Its standard E12 series value, axial carbon film body, and compact size make it perfect for use on breadboards, PCBs, and in educational kits. This resistor provides excellent performance for low-current, low-voltage applications.
Technical Specifications:
Parameter | Specification |
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Resistance | 10kΩ (10,000 Ohms) |
Power Rating | 0.25W (¼ Watt) |
Tolerance | ±5% (typical) |
Resistor Type | Carbon Film |
Mounting Style | Axial, Through-Hole |
Color Code | Brown – Black – Orange – Gold |
Operating Temp. Range | -55°C to +155°C |
Lead Spacing | ~7–8 mm |
How to Use:
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Insert resistor into a breadboard or solder onto a PCB.
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Use for pull-up/pull-down configurations, voltage dividers, and analog input scaling.
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Can be paired with capacitors or transistors in timing or biasing circuits.
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Ensure power dissipation stays within 0.25W for safe operation.
Tip: A 10kΩ pull-up resistor is commonly used for push buttons, DHT11 sensors, and I2C communication lines.
Applications:
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Pull-up/Pull-down resistors for Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi
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Voltage divider circuits
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Biasing resistors for transistors or op-amps
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Analog sensor signal scaling
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Timing circuits with capacitors (e.g., with 555 Timer IC)
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Educational STEM kits and DIY electronics
Package Includes:
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1 × 10kΩ ¼ Watt Resistor
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