470K Ohm Resistor 1/4 Watt (Pack of 10)

The 470K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor is a fixed-value passive electronic component used to control current flow, divide voltage, bias transistors, and stabilize signals in electronic circuits. With a resistance value of 470,000 ohms (470KΩ) and a power rating of 0.25 watts (1/4W), it is widely used in low-current, high-impedance, and signal-processing applications such as Arduino projects, embedded systems, sensor circuits, and electronic prototyping.

Resistors are fundamental components in electronics and are used to ensure safe and stable operation of circuits by regulating current and voltage levels. The 470KΩ resistor is commonly used in voltage divider networks, pull-up and pull-down resistor configurations, transistor biasing circuits, RC timing circuits, signal conditioning applications, and high-impedance sensor interfaces. Its high resistance value makes it ideal for controlling very small currents and supporting precision signal handling.

Manufactured using high-quality carbon film or metal film technology, these resistors provide stable resistance values, low noise performance, and reliable long-term durability. Their standard through-hole axial-lead design allows easy installation on breadboards, prototype boards, and printed circuit boards (PCBs), making them suitable for both experimental and permanent electronic circuit use.

Since the resistor is non-polarized, it can be connected in either direction without affecting circuit operation, making it simple and flexible to use.

Key Features

• Resistance Value: 470K Ohms (470,000Ω)

• Power Rating: 1/4 Watt (0.25W)

• Fixed resistor type

• Non-polarized component

• High resistance for low-current applications

• Stable and accurate performance

• Low noise characteristics

• Durable and reliable construction

• Easy PCB and breadboard mounting

Technical Specifications

• Resistance: 470KΩ

• Power Rating: 0.25W (1/4 Watt)

• Tolerance: Typically ±5% (may vary by manufacturer)

• Type: Carbon Film or Metal Film

• Mounting Type: Through-hole

• Lead Type: Axial leads

Working Principle

A resistor opposes the flow of electric current in a circuit. According to Ohm’s Law (V = IR), it produces a voltage drop proportional to the current passing through it. The 470KΩ resistor is commonly used in circuits requiring high resistance for voltage control, signal conditioning, and low-current applications.

Applications

• Arduino and microcontroller projects

• Pull-up and pull-down resistor networks

• Voltage divider circuits

• RC timing circuits

• Transistor biasing circuits

• Sensor interface circuits

• Signal conditioning systems

• Embedded system development

• Electronics prototyping

• Educational and laboratory experiments

• Consumer electronics repair

• Industrial control systems

Advantages

• Reliable current and voltage regulation

• Stable electrical performance

• Long operational lifespan

• Easy installation and replacement

• Compact and lightweight design

• Cost-effective electronic component

• Suitable for students, hobbyists, and professionals

• Compatible with breadboards and PCBs

Package Contents

• 10 × 470K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistors

The 470K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor (Pack of 10) is a reliable and versatile electronic component that provides accurate voltage division, signal conditioning, and current regulation, making it essential for electronics learning, prototyping, repair, and embedded system development.