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Understanding Electronic Components: Resistors, Calculations and Color Codes

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Overview

Learn essential concepts about resistors in this 12-minute electronics tutorial that demonstrates why these fundamental components are crucial for circuit protection and functionality. Discover what happens when circuits operate without resistors through a practical LED demonstration, master Ohm's law for calculating appropriate resistor values, and explore the standardized E-series resistor values. Gain hands-on knowledge of the 4-color code system for identifying resistance values, examine different resistor types, and witness the dramatic consequences of using incorrect resistors through a demonstration of component failure. Perfect for beginners in electronics, the tutorial provides comprehensive guidance on selecting and implementing resistors effectively in electronic circuits, with additional resources available through detailed online guides.

Syllabus

About resistors
Without resistors - LED burns out
Choosing a resistor
Ohm's law
E-series resistor values
Resistor color codes
Resistor on fire
Other types of resistor
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