5 color band resistor value calculator

Ring 1
Black
Brown
Red
Orange
Yellow
Green
Blue
Purple
Gray
White
Ring 2
Black
Brown
Red
Orange
Yellow
Green
Blue
Purple
Gray
White
Ring 3
Black
Brown
Red
Orange
Yellow
Green
Blue
Purple
Gray
White
Ring 4 multiplier
Black
Brown
Red
Orange
Yellow
Green
Blue
Purple
Gray
White
Ring 4 Gold or silver
Gold Ring 4 × 0.1
Silver Ring 4 × 0.01
Ring 5 Error rate %×100
Brown Ring 5 %1
Red Ring 5 %2
Orange Ring 5 %3
Gold Ring 5 %5
Silver Ring 5 %10
Resistance: Ohm
Error: Ohm
　

What is a 5 Color Band Resistor Value Calculator?

A 5 Color Band Resistor Value Calculator is a tool that helps determine the resistance value of a 5-band resistor based on its color-coded bands. 5-band resistors offer higher precision than 4-band resistors, typically used in low-tolerance circuits (1% or 0.5%).

The resistor color code system assigns numerical values to colors, allowing quick calculation of resistance.

Why Use a 5 Color Band Resistor Value Calculator?

  • Eliminates manual decoding errors using a color chart.
  • Saves time for engineers, students, and hobbyists.
  • Ensures precise component selection for electronic circuits.
  • Helps in troubleshooting circuit boards and repairs.

How to Use a 5 Color Band Resistor Value Calculator?

  1. Identify the 5 color bands on the resistor.
  2. Enter/select each color in the calculator.
    • 1st & 2nd bands → Significant digits.
    • 3rd band → Multiplier.
    • 4th band → Tolerance (%).
    • 5th band (optional) → Temperature coefficient (ppm/°C) in precision resistors.
  3. The calculator computes the resistance value in ohms (Ω).

Example:

  • Brown-Black-Black-Red-Brown → 10kΩ (10,000Ω) ±1%
  • Yellow-Violet-Red-Gold-Brown → 4.7kΩ (4,700Ω) ±5%

When to Use a 5 Color Band Resistor Value Calculator?

  • When working with high-precision circuits (1% or 0.5% tolerance resistors).
  • When identifying resistors on a PCB or breadboard.
  • In circuit repairs and reverse engineering.
  • While selecting resistors for voltage dividers, filters, and amplifiers.