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			=====Description=====

	[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resistor '''Resistors'''] are used to control the flow of current in a circuit, by ''‘resisting’'' the flow of electrons.		[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resistor '''Resistors'''] are used to control the flow of current in a circuit, by ''‘resisting’'' the flow of electrons.


			=====Features and Applications=====

	The value of a resistor is measured in ohms ''(symbol: Ω)''. This unit is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georg_Ohm '''Georg Ohm'''], the German physicist and mathematician who described [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ohm%27s_law '''Ohm's Law''']		The value of a resistor is measured in ohms ''(symbol: Ω)''. This unit is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georg_Ohm '''Georg Ohm'''], the German physicist and mathematician who described [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ohm%27s_law '''Ohm's Law''']
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	The unit of voltage ''(symbol: V)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alessandro_Volta '''Alessandro Volta'''] and the unit of current ''(symbol: A)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andr%C3%A9-Marie_Amp%C3%A8re '''André-Marie Ampère''']		The unit of voltage ''(symbol: V)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alessandro_Volta '''Alessandro Volta'''] and the unit of current ''(symbol: A)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andr%C3%A9-Marie_Amp%C3%A8re '''André-Marie Ampère''']


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	======Variable Resistor Power Values======		=====Variable Resistor Power Values=====
	Low powered resistors use a resistive carbon track. Typical power ratings are 100 - 400 mWatts. Higher powered types use a coil of resistive wire and ratings are in the order of 1 - 3 Watts. In each case a wiper taps off the required resistance. The wiper connection is usually the centre terminal.		Low powered resistors use a resistive carbon track. Typical power ratings are 100 - 400 mWatts. Higher powered types use a coil of resistive wire and ratings are in the order of 1 - 3 Watts. In each case a wiper taps off the required resistance. The wiper connection is usually the centre terminal.

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	:::T''(seconds)''= C''(farads)'' x R''(ohms)''		:::T''(seconds)''= C''(farads)'' x R''(ohms)''


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	They are available in a range of sizes.		They are available in a range of sizes.
			[[File:PotentiometerSymbol.jpg\|200px\|right]]


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	The international symbol for a variable resistor or potentiometer when drawing circuit diagrams is shown opposite		The international symbol for a variable resistor or potentiometer when drawing circuit diagrams is shown opposite


			Variable resistors usually have the values written on their bodies. The most common values range between 470 ohms and 2.2 megohms but values outside these limits can be found. This value is the total resistance between the two end contacts.


			Any resistance can be tapped off between 0 ohms and the total value of the resistor. Linear and logarithmic scales are both employed. Logarithmic types are used in volume controls to compensate for the non linear response of the human ear.


			======Variable Resistor Power Values======
			Low powered resistors use a resistive carbon track. Typical power ratings are 100 - 400 mWatts. Higher powered types use a coil of resistive wire and ratings are in the order of 1 - 3 Watts. In each case a wiper taps off the required resistance. The wiper connection is usually the centre terminal.


			Preset and miniature preset potentiometers are mounted directly onto the printed circuit board. They are usually required to be adjusted at initial set up and only occasionally thereafter. Standard size potentiometers are normally panel mounted to give easy access for adjustment.

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	=====Resistors in Circuits=====		=====Resistors in Circuits=====
	Resistors can be joined end to end in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Series_and_parallel_circuits#Series_circuits '''series'''].[[File:ResistorSeries.jpg\|200px\|right]] In this arrangement the total resistance is equal to the value of all the resistors added together - i.e. : R''(total)''= R1 + R2 + R3...etc		Resistors can be joined end to end in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Series_and_parallel_circuits#Series_circuits '''series'''].[[File:ResistorSeries.jpg\|200px\|right]]


			In this arrangement the total resistance is equal to the value of all the resistors added together - i.e. : R''(total)''= R1 + R2 + R3...etc

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	[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resistor '''Resistors'''] are used to control the flow of current in a circuit, by ''‘resisting’'' the flow of electrons.		[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resistor '''Resistors'''] are used to control the flow of current in a circuit, by ''‘resisting’'' the flow of electrons.


	The value of a resistor is measured in ohms ''(symbol: Ω)''. This unit is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georg_Ohm '''Georg Ohm'''], the German physicist and mathematician who described [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ohm%27s_law '''Ohm's Law''']		The value of a resistor is measured in ohms ''(symbol: Ω)''. This unit is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georg_Ohm '''Georg Ohm'''], the German physicist and mathematician who described [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ohm%27s_law '''Ohm's Law''']


	Resistance ''(R)'' is defined as the ratio of the potential difference ''(voltage)'' across a conductor, to the current flowing through it - ie.: Resistance ''(ohms)'' = Voltage ''(volts)'' / Current ''(amps)''		Resistance ''(R)'' is defined as the ratio of the potential difference ''(voltage)'' across a conductor, to the current flowing through it - ie.: Resistance ''(ohms)'' = Voltage ''(volts)'' / Current ''(amps)''


	The unit of voltage ''(symbol: V)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alessandro_Volta '''Alessandro Volta'''] and the unit of current ''(symbol: A)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andr%C3%A9-Marie_Amp%C3%A8re '''André-Marie Ampère''']		The unit of voltage ''(symbol: V)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alessandro_Volta '''Alessandro Volta'''] and the unit of current ''(symbol: A)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andr%C3%A9-Marie_Amp%C3%A8re '''André-Marie Ampère''']


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			=====Resistor Colour Code=====
	[[File:ResistorBands.jpg\|200px\|right]]		[[File:ResistorBands.jpg\|200px\|right]]
	Resistors are available in values from fractions of ohms up to many millions of ohms ''(Megohms)'' although only certain ''‘preferred’'' values are readily available.		Resistors are available in values from fractions of ohms up to many millions of ohms ''(Megohms)'' although only certain ''‘preferred’'' values are readily available.


	To identify the resistance value of resistors a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_color_code '''''‘colour code’'''''] system is often used.		To identify the resistance value of resistors a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_color_code '''''‘colour code’'''''] system is often used.


	The colours are shown on a series of colour bands at one end of the resistor. 2 colour bands plus a multiplier are shown but sometimes there is a 3rd colour band before the multiplier to show hundredths.		The colours are shown on a series of colour bands at one end of the resistor. 2 colour bands plus a multiplier are shown but sometimes there is a 3rd colour band before the multiplier to show hundredths.


	At the other end of the resistor there can also be a gold or silver band to denote the accuracy tolerance of the value displayed.		At the other end of the resistor there can also be a gold or silver band to denote the accuracy tolerance of the value displayed.
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	[[File:ResistorColourCode.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Resistor Colour Code]]		[[File:ResistorColourCode.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Resistor Colour Code]]
			The colour code is really just an extension of the colours of the rainbow and so a similar mnemonic could be devised to help remember them


	~~The colour code is really just an extension of the colours of the rainbow and so a similar mnemonic could be devised~~ ~~to help remember them~~ - e.g. ''Big Brawny Richard of York Gave Battle in Very Grey Weather''		- e.g. ''Big Brawny Richard of York Gave Battle in Very Grey Weather''



	Can you think of your own?		----
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			Can you think of your own way of remembering the colour code?
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			=====Resistor Types and Sizes=====
			In most circuits 1/3 watt to 1 watt carbon resistors are suitable, but if the current is likely to be high, wire wound resistors should be used. Carbon and carbon film resistors are generally available up to 2 watts. Above that value wire wound resistors are used - commonly available up to 17 watts.

			Resistors are available with different tolerance values - these define how exact the value of the resistor is likely to be when compared with its marked value. For example, a 100R 10% resistor could have a value anywhere between 90R and 110R. Higher precision is not usually needed, but where necessary, higher precision resistors can be obtained, but at extra expense.


			=====Potentiometer=====
	[[File:Potentiometer2.jpg\|200px\|right]]		[[File:Potentiometer2.jpg\|200px\|right]]


	Variable resistors or [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potentiometer '''potentiometers'''] are used where the flow of current in a circuit needs to be occasionally varied such as for:		Variable resistors or [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potentiometer '''potentiometers'''] are used where the flow of current in a circuit needs to be occasionally varied such as for:

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	They are available in a range of sizes.		They are available in a range of sizes.



	[[File:PotentiometerSymbol.jpg\|200px\|right]]		[[File:PotentiometerSymbol.jpg\|200px\|right]]


	The international symbol for a variable resistor or potentiometer when drawing circuit diagrams is shown opposite		The international symbol for a variable resistor or potentiometer when drawing circuit diagrams is shown opposite


			=====Resistors in Circuits=====



	Resistors can be joined end to end in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Series_and_parallel_circuits#Series_circuits '''series'''].[[File:ResistorSeries.jpg\|200px\|right]] In this arrangement the total resistance is equal to the value of all the resistors added together - i.e. : R''(total)''= R1 + R2 + R3...etc		Resistors can be joined end to end in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Series_and_parallel_circuits#Series_circuits '''series'''].[[File:ResistorSeries.jpg\|200px\|right]] In this arrangement the total resistance is equal to the value of all the resistors added together - i.e. : R''(total)''= R1 + R2 + R3...etc


			Resistors may also be connected together in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Series_and_parallel_circuits#Parallel_circuits '''parallel'''].[[File:ResistorParallel.jpg\|100px\|right]]

	~~Resistors may also be connected together in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Series_and_parallel_circuits#Parallel_circuits '''parallel’''].[[File:ResistorParallel.jpg\|100px\|right]]~~

	In this arrangement the total resistance is calculated as follows:		In this arrangement the total resistance is calculated as follows:
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			=====Time Constant=====
	[[File:CapacitorResistor.jpg\|200px\|right]]		[[File:CapacitorResistor.jpg\|200px\|right]]
	Capacitors may also be connected together end to end in series with a resistor to create a resistor–capacitor circuit [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RC_circuit '''(RC circuit)'''] in which a capacitor charges or discharges through a resistor for a known period of time known as the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time_constant '''time constant''']		Capacitors may also be connected together end to end in series with a resistor to create a resistor–capacitor circuit [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RC_circuit '''(RC circuit)'''] in which a capacitor charges or discharges through a resistor for a known period of time known as the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time_constant '''time constant''']

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	The unit of voltage ''(symbol: V)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alessandro_Volta '''Alessandro Volta'''] and the unit of current ''(symbol: A)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andr%C3%A9-Marie_Amp%C3%A8re '''André-Marie Ampère''']		The unit of voltage ''(symbol: V)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alessandro_Volta '''Alessandro Volta'''] and the unit of current ''(symbol: A)'' is named after [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andr%C3%A9-Marie_Amp%C3%A8re '''André-Marie Ampère''']


	[[File:ResistorBands.jpg\|200px\|right]]		[[File:ResistorBands.jpg\|200px\|right]]
	Resistors are available in values from fractions of ohms up to many millions of ohms ''(Megohms)'' although only certain ''‘preferred’'' values are readily available.		Resistors are available in values from fractions of ohms up to many millions of ohms ''(Megohms)'' although only certain ''‘preferred’'' values are readily available.
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	[[File:ResistorColourCode.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Resistor Colour Code]]		[[File:ResistorColourCode.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Resistor Colour Code]]


	The colour code is really just an extension of the colours of the rainbow and so a similar mnemonic could be devised to help remember them - e.g. ''Big Brawny Richard of York Gave Battle in Very Grey Weather''		The colour code is really just an extension of the colours of the rainbow and so a similar mnemonic could be devised to help remember them - e.g. ''Big Brawny Richard of York Gave Battle in Very Grey Weather''

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	Can you think of your own?		Can you think of your own?




	[[File:Potentiometer2.jpg\|200px\|right]]		[[File:Potentiometer2.jpg\|200px\|right]]
	Variable resistors or potentiometers are used where the flow of current in a circuit needs to be occasionally varied such as for:-

			Variable resistors or [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potentiometer '''potentiometers'''] are used where the flow of current in a circuit needs to be occasionally varied such as for:

	:* Volume Control		:* Volume Control
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	They are available in a range of sizes.		They are available in a range of sizes.



	[[File:PotentiometerSymbol.jpg\|200px\|right]]		[[File:PotentiometerSymbol.jpg\|200px\|right]]


	The international symbol for a variable resistor or potentiometer when drawing circuit diagrams is shown opposite		The international symbol for a variable resistor or potentiometer when drawing circuit diagrams is shown opposite


	~~[[File:ResistorSeries.jpg\|200px\|right]]~~

	Resistors can be joined end to end in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Series_and_parallel_circuits#Series_circuits '''series''']. In this arrangement the total resistance is equal to the value of all the resistors added together - i.e. : R''(total)''= R1 + R2 + R3...etc


	[[File:~~ResistorParallel~~.jpg\|200px\|right]]
	Resistors may also be connected together in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Series_and_parallel_circuits#Parallel_circuits '''~~parallel~~''].		Resistors can be joined end to end in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Series_and_parallel_circuits#Series_circuits '''series'''].[[File:ResistorSeries.jpg\|200px\|right]] In this arrangement the total resistance is equal to the value of all the resistors added together - i.e. : R''(total)''= R1 + R2 + R3...etc



			Resistors may also be connected together in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Series_and_parallel_circuits#Parallel_circuits '''parallel’''].[[File:ResistorParallel.jpg\|100px\|right]]

	In this arrangement the total resistance is calculated as follows:		In this arrangement the total resistance is calculated as follows:

	::___1___~~ ~~ =~~ ~~ _______1________		::___1___  =  _______1________
	::R (Total)   R1 + R2 + R3...etc		::R (Total)       R1 + R2 + R3...etc

	or		or

	::R (Total)  =  _____R1xR2xR3_____		::R (Total)  =  _____R1xR2xR3_____
	:::::R1xR2+R2xR3+R3xR1		:::::   R1xR2+R2xR3+R3xR1


	[[File:CapacitorResistor.jpg\|200px\|right]]		[[File:CapacitorResistor.jpg\|200px\|right]]
	Capacitors may also be connected together end to end in series with a resistor to create a resistor–capacitor circuit (RC circuit) in which a capacitor charges or discharges through a resistor for a known period of time known as the time constant		Capacitors may also be connected together end to end in series with a resistor to create a resistor–capacitor circuit [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RC_circuit '''(RC circuit)'''] in which a capacitor charges or discharges through a resistor for a known period of time known as the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time_constant '''time constant''']

	In this arrangement the time constant is calculated as follows:		In this arrangement the time constant is calculated as follows:

	:::T(seconds)= C(farads) x R(ohms)		:::T''(seconds)''= C''(farads)'' x R''(ohms)''