188 Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor (10 PCS)

The 188 Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor (10 PCS) is a fixed-value passive electronic component designed to control the flow of electrical current, divide voltage, and protect sensitive electronic components in a wide range of electrical and electronic circuits. With a resistance value of 188 Ohms (188Ω) and a power rating of 1/4 Watt (0.25W), these resistors are suitable for low-power electronic applications including circuit prototyping, embedded systems, educational experiments, equipment maintenance, and electronic repairs.

A resistor is one of the most essential components used in electronics. It limits the amount of current flowing through a circuit, ensuring that components such as LEDs, transistors, integrated circuits, sensors, and microcontrollers operate within their safe electrical limits. Resistors are also widely used for voltage division, transistor biasing, pull-up and pull-down networks, signal conditioning, timing circuits, and current limiting applications.

The 188 Ohm resistor is manufactured using high-quality resistive materials to provide accurate resistance values, stable electrical characteristics, and dependable long-term performance. Its through-hole axial lead design allows easy installation on solderless breadboards, printed circuit boards (PCBs), stripboards, and prototype boards. The axial leads are easy to solder, making these resistors suitable for both beginners and experienced electronics engineers.

Each resistor is clearly marked with standard resistor color bands for easy identification of its resistance value. The 0.25 Watt power rating indicates the maximum amount of electrical power the resistor can safely dissipate as heat under normal operating conditions. Proper operation within this limit helps ensure reliable performance and extended service life.

This pack includes 10 resistors, making it a practical and economical choice for students, hobbyists, repair technicians, laboratories, educational institutions, and professionals involved in electronics design and development.

Working Principle

A resistor works by opposing the flow of electric current in a circuit.

• When current passes through the resistor, electrical energy is partially converted into heat.

• The resistor limits current to safe operating levels.

• It creates controlled voltage drops where required.

• It helps stabilize circuit operation and protects sensitive electronic components from excessive current.

Key Features

• Resistance value: 188 Ohm (188Ω)

• Power rating: 1/4 Watt (0.25W)

• Fixed-value through-hole resistor

• Stable and accurate electrical performance

• Low noise and reliable operation

• Axial lead design for easy installation

• Suitable for breadboards and PCB soldering

• Durable construction for long service life

• Easy to identify using standard resistor color bands

• Ideal for circuit prototyping and repairs

• Pack of 10 pieces

Applications

The 188 Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor is commonly used in:

• LED current limiting circuits

• Voltage divider circuits

• Arduino projects

• Raspberry Pi projects

• Embedded systems

• Transistor biasing circuits

• Signal conditioning circuits

• Pull-up and pull-down resistor networks

• DIY electronics projects

• Educational electronics experiments

• Circuit prototyping

• PCB assembly

• Electronic equipment maintenance and repair

• General-purpose electronic circuits

Specifications

• Product Type: Fixed Resistor

• Resistance Value: 188 Ohm (188Ω)

• Power Rating: 1/4 Watt (0.25W)

• Resistor Type: Through-hole

• Lead Type: Axial Lead

• Mounting Type: PCB/Breadboard

• Package Quantity: 10 Pieces