Resistor Color Code Calculator — Calculate Resistor Values from Color Bands

Resistor Color Code Calculator

Calculate resistor values using color bands. Easily determine resistance, tolerance, and temperature coefficient for 4-band, 5-band, and 6-band resistors.

Step 1: Band Configuration

Understanding Resistor Bands

Resistor color codes indicate resistance values, tolerance, and temperature coefficients. The number of bands determines the precision of the resistance value.

Step 2: Calculation Options

About Resistor Values

Resistor values follow EIA standard series (E6, E12, E24, etc.). The color code system allows quick identification of resistance values without measurement tools.

Resistor Visualization

Resistor Calculation Results

Summary
Tolerance Range
EIA Standards

Calculated Resistance Value

2.1 kΩ
2100 Ω ±5%
Resistance
2.1 kΩ
Tolerance
±5%
Temperature Coefficient
100 ppm/°C
Color Code
Red-Brown-Red-Gold

Tolerance Range Analysis

Parameter Minimum Nominal Maximum
Resistance 1.995 kΩ 2.1 kΩ 2.205 kΩ
Ohms 1995 Ω 2100 Ω 2205 Ω
Deviation -105 Ω 0 Ω +105 Ω

EIA Standard Resistor Values

E6 Series E12 Series E24 Series E48 Series E96 Series

Resistor Color Code Formula

Resistance = (Digit1 Digit2 Digit3) × Multiplier

The resistance value is calculated by combining the first digits and multiplying by the multiplier value from the third band. Tolerance and temperature coefficient bands provide additional specifications.

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