Resistor 120 OHM

Overview

The 120 Ohm carbon resistor is a fundamental component for any electronics project, offering reliable performance in a compact, through-hole package. With a 0.25W power rating, it's perfect for current limiting, voltage division, and pull-up/pull-down applications in microcontroller circuits, sensor interfaces, and more. MOKWN provides this essential resistor at a great price, ensuring your projects stay on track.

Key Features

• Resistance: 120 Ohms
• Power Rating: 0.25W (1/4W)
• Tolerance: ±5% (standard carbon film)
• Through-hole design: Easy to use with breadboards, perfboards, and PCBs
• Durable carbon film construction: Reliable and consistent performance
• Lead-free and RoHS compliant: Safe for hobby and professional use

Technical Specifications

• Resistance Value: 120 Ω
• Tolerance: ±5%
• Power Rating: 0.25W
• Temperature Coefficient: ±100ppm/°C
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +155°C
• Package: Axial lead, through-hole
• Lead Length: Standard (approx. 28mm)
• Body Size: 3.2mm x 6.5mm (approx.)

Applications & Use Cases

• LED current limiting: Protect LEDs from excessive current
• Voltage dividers: Create reference voltages for sensors and ADCs
• Pull-up/pull-down resistors: Ensure stable logic levels in digital circuits
• Biasing transistors: Set operating points in amplifier circuits
• Sensor interfacing: Use with temperature sensors, LDRs, and more
• Prototyping: Essential for Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other microcontroller projects

What's Included

• 1x Resistor 120 Ohm (0.25W)

Compatibility

• Works with any breadboard, PCB, or perfboard
• Compatible with all major microcontroller platforms (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, STM32, etc.)
• Suitable for use with LEDs, sensors, transistors, and other electronic components

MOKWN Recommendation

For your electronics projects, always keep a variety of resistor values on hand. The 120 Ohm resistor is a versatile choice for many common applications. We recommend stocking up on this value along with other popular resistors like 220Ω, 330Ω, and 10kΩ. For higher power needs, consider our 0.5W or 1W resistor options. Happy building!