8K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor (Pack of 10)

The 8K Ohm 1/4 Watt Resistor is a fixed-value passive electronic component used to control current flow, divide voltage, bias transistors, and protect sensitive electronic components within a circuit. With a resistance value of 8,000 ohms (8KΩ) and a power rating of 0.25 watts (1/4W), it is suitable for a wide range of low-power electronic applications, including Arduino projects, embedded systems, sensor circuits, and educational electronics experiments.

Resistors are among the most commonly used components in electronics, helping regulate electrical current and maintain stable circuit performance. The 8KΩ resistor is frequently used in voltage divider networks, pull-up and pull-down configurations, transistor biasing circuits, signal conditioning applications, and RC timing circuits.

Manufactured using high-quality carbon film or metal film technology, these resistors provide stable resistance values, low electrical noise, and reliable long-term performance. Their standard axial-lead design allows easy installation on breadboards, prototype boards, and printed circuit boards (PCBs).

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

Key Features

• Resistance Value: 8K Ohms (8,000Ω)

• Power Rating: 1/4 Watt (0.25W)

• Fixed resistor type

• Non-polarized component

• Stable electrical performance

• Low noise characteristics

• Durable construction

• Easy PCB and breadboard mounting

Technical Specifications

• Resistance: 8KΩ

• Power Rating: 0.25W (1/4 Watt)

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

• Type: Carbon Film or Metal Film

• Mounting Type: Through-hole

• Axial lead configuration

Working Principle

A resistor opposes the flow of electrical current in a circuit. According to Ohm’s Law (V = IR), it creates a voltage drop proportional to the current flowing through it. The 8KΩ resistor is ideal for applications requiring moderate resistance for signal processing, voltage division, and current control.

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

• Electronics prototyping

• Educational and laboratory experiments

Advantages

• Reliable current and voltage control

• Stable resistance value

• Easy installation and replacement

• Long operational lifespan

• Cost-effective electronic component

• Suitable for students, hobbyists, and professionals

• Compatible with breadboards and PCBs