56K Ohm Resistor 1/4 Watt (Pack of 10)

The 56K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor is a fixed-value passive electronic component designed to control current flow, divide voltage, bias transistors, and stabilize signals in electronic circuits. With a resistance value of 56,000 ohms (56KΩ) and a power rating of 0.25 watts (1/4W), it is widely used in electronic devices, embedded systems, Arduino projects, sensor interfaces, and educational electronics applications.

Resistors are essential components in circuit design and help maintain proper voltage and current levels for reliable circuit operation. The 56KΩ resistor is commonly used in voltage divider circuits, pull-up and pull-down resistor networks, transistor biasing applications, RC timing circuits, signal conditioning systems, and sensor interface circuits. Its resistance value makes it suitable for low-current applications where precise voltage control and signal management are required.

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

Since the resistor is non-polarized, it can be connected in either direction without affecting circuit functionality, ensuring easy installation and integration into various electronic projects.

Key Features

• Resistance Value: 56K Ohms (56,000Ω)

• Power Rating: 1/4 Watt (0.25W)

• Fixed resistor type

• Non-polarized component

• Stable and accurate resistance value

• Low noise characteristics

• Durable and reliable construction

• Easy installation on breadboards and PCBs

• Suitable for low-current electronic applications

Technical Specifications

• Resistance: 56KΩ

• 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 electrical current within a circuit. According to Ohm's Law (V = IR), it creates a voltage drop proportional to the current flowing through it. The 56KΩ resistor is commonly used in applications requiring controlled current flow, voltage division, signal conditioning, and timing functions.

Applications

• Arduino and microcontroller projects

• Pull-up and pull-down resistor circuits

• Voltage divider networks

• Transistor biasing circuits

• Sensor interface circuits

• Signal conditioning applications

• RC timing circuits

• Embedded system development

• Electronics prototyping

• Educational and laboratory experiments

• Consumer electronics repair

• Industrial control circuits

Advantages

• Reliable current and voltage regulation

• Stable electrical performance

• Long service life

• 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 × 56K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistors

The 56K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor (Pack of 10) is a reliable and versatile electronic component that provides effective voltage division, signal conditioning, current regulation, and circuit stabilization, making it an essential part of electronics learning, prototyping, repair, and embedded system development.