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+====== Resistor ======
+{{ ::neonking:resistor.jpg?direct |}}
+===== Introduction =====
+A resistor is an electrical or electronic component that **resists** the flow of electrons in a circuit.
+There are several types of resistors including carbon, ceramic, fixed wirewound, variable wirewound, stationary adjustable wirewound and forms of integrated circuits.
+How much a resistor impedes the current flow is called **resistance** and is measured in **ohms**. Most resistors have a fixed value as to how much resistance they will display. Wattage, qualities and tolerance values vary according to needs.
+Most of the resistors used in the MBHP hardware platform are 1/4W 5% tolerance.
+You should buy a bunch of resistors @ Ebay , this is a costless investment you will find very useful in the end!
+<wrap tip>[[parts_faq#what_wattage_resistors_should_i_buy|Resistor Wattage?]]</wrap>
+=====Resistor Specifications=====
+  * Ohms
+  * Tolerance
+  * Wattage rating
+=====Resistor Color Code=====
+{{ :neonking:resistor-color-code.jpg?direct |}}