5.6K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor (Pack of 10)

The 5.6K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor is a fixed-value passive electronic component designed to control current flow, divide voltage, bias transistors, and protect sensitive electronic devices within electrical and electronic circuits. With a resistance value of 5,600 ohms (5.6KΩ) and a power rating of 0.25 watts (1/4W), it is widely used in low-power electronic applications, embedded systems, Arduino projects, and educational electronics experiments.

Resistors are essential components in electronic circuit design, helping to regulate current and maintain stable operating conditions. The 5.6KΩ resistor is commonly used in voltage divider circuits, pull-up and pull-down resistor networks, transistor biasing, sensor interfacing, signal conditioning, and timing circuits. Its moderate resistance value makes it suitable for applications where controlled current flow and accurate voltage levels are required.

Manufactured using high-quality carbon film or metal film technology, these resistors provide stable resistance values, low electrical noise, excellent reliability, and long service life. The standard through-hole axial-lead design allows easy installation on breadboards, prototype boards, and printed circuit boards (PCBs), making them ideal for both prototyping and permanent circuit assembly.

Since the resistor is a non-polarized component, it can be connected in either direction without affecting its operation. This simplifies circuit assembly and makes it convenient for students, hobbyists, technicians, and professional electronics engineers.

Key Features

• Resistance Value: 5.6K Ohms (5,600Ω)

• Power Rating: 1/4 Watt (0.25W)

• Fixed resistor type

• Non-polarized component

• Stable and accurate resistance value

• Low noise performance

• Durable and reliable construction

• Easy installation on breadboards and PCBs

• Suitable for low-power electronic circuits

Technical Specifications

• Resistance: 5.6KΩ

• 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

• Operating Temperature: Suitable for general electronic applications

Working Principle

A resistor works by opposing the flow of electrical current within a circuit. According to Ohm's Law (V = IR), the resistor creates a voltage drop proportional to the current flowing through it. This property allows it to control current levels, divide voltages, stabilize signals, and protect sensitive components from excessive current.

The 5.6KΩ resistance value is commonly chosen for low-current applications where precise voltage control and signal conditioning are important.

Applications

• Arduino and microcontroller projects

• Voltage divider circuits

• Pull-up and pull-down resistor networks

• Transistor biasing circuits

• Sensor interface circuits

• Signal conditioning applications

• RC timing circuits

• Embedded system designs

• Breadboard prototyping

• Educational and laboratory experiments

• Consumer electronics repair

• Industrial control circuits

• DIY electronics projects

Advantages

• Reliable current and voltage control

• Stable electrical characteristics

• Long operational lifespan

• Easy to install and replace

• Compact and lightweight design

• Cost-effective solution for circuit design

• Suitable for educational, hobby, and professional use

• Compatible with breadboards, prototype boards, and PCBs

Package Contents

• 10 × 5.6K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistors

The 5.6K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor (Pack of 10) is a versatile and dependable electronic component that provides accurate current regulation, voltage division, and circuit protection. Its reliability, ease of use, and wide range of applications make it an essential component for electronics learning, prototyping, circuit repair, and embedded system development.