Overview
The 240 Ohm resistor is a fundamental electronic component that belongs to the 0.25W carbon film resistor family. It plays a critical role in controlling current flow, setting bias points, and dividing voltages in a wide array of circuits. Whether you're a hobbyist experimenting on a breadboard, a student learning the basics of electronics, or an engineer prototyping a new design, this resistor offers reliable and consistent performance.
Key Features
- Resistance Value: 240Ω (Ohms)
- Power Rating: 0.25W (1/4 Watt) – suitable for low-power applications
- Tolerance: Typically ±5% (J) – ensures accurate resistance within a standard range
- Carbon Film Construction: Provides stable performance and low noise
- Through-Hole Package: Easy to handle, solder, and insert into breadboards and perfboards
- Color Code: Red, Yellow, Brown, Gold – quick visual identification
- Lead-Free and RoHS Compliant: Environmentally friendly and safe for use
Technical Specifications
- Resistance: 240 Ω
- Tolerance: ±5%
- Power Rating: 0.25 W
- Temperature Coefficient: ±100 ppm/°C
- Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +155°C
- Maximum Voltage: 250 V (depending on ambient conditions)
- Package / Case: Axial Lead, Through-Hole
- Dimensions: Approx. 6.3mm x 2.3mm (body), lead length 28mm
Applications & Use Cases
- LED Current Limiting: Perfect for limiting current to LEDs in simple circuits (e.g., 5V supply with a standard red LED).
- Voltage Dividers: Used to create reference voltages in sensor circuits and analog applications.
- Pull-Up/Pull-Down Resistors: Ensures defined logic levels in digital circuits, such as I2C lines or button inputs.
- Biasing Transistors: Sets the operating point for transistor amplifier stages.
- Prototyping: Essential for building and testing circuits on breadboards and perfboards.
- Education: Ideal for teaching Ohm's law, series/parallel resistance, and circuit design.
What's Included
- 1x Resistor 240 Ohm 0.25W (carbon film, through-hole)
Compatibility
- Works with any standard breadboard, perfboard, or PCB with 0.1" pitch holes.
- Compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and other microcontroller development boards.
- Can be used in combination with other resistors, capacitors, and components to form complete circuits.
MOKWN Recommendation
For Egyptian makers and engineers, the 240 Ohm resistor is a must-have in your component kit. It's versatile, affordable, and essential for countless projects. Stock up on multiple values to have a ready supply for any prototyping need. At MOKWN, we ensure high-quality components that meet your project requirements. Order today and get fast delivery across Egypt!
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