Are there any markings to help do so?
2007-06-24 22:54:10 · 4 answers · asked by Wambua Daudi 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
The side which has a color band closest to the end is the left side for purposes of reading the value. Which way the resistor is inserted into a circuit is immaterial.
2007-06-24 23:06:13 · answer #1 · answered by Helmut 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Resistors have color codes to indicate value and tolerance.
BBROYGBVGW is the color code but it does not matter which side you identify. Resistors and be placed in a circuit in any direction.
2007-06-25 05:59:11 · answer #2 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the gold or silver ring is the 'left side' on resistors without a (4th) ring, one side is usually more bulgy than the other, that would be the left side.
2007-06-25 06:59:57 · answer #3 · answered by mrzwink 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, heres a simple guide of how to work out the value of your resistor.
http://www.kpsec.freeuk.com/components/resist.htm
2007-06-25 05:58:42 · answer #4 · answered by Doctor Q 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋