Free Delivery on Orders Above Rs 999/- Pan-India

Cash on Delivery Available for Orders above Rs.500/- and Upto Rs 3000/-

SAVE more when you BUY more. Upto 30% Off on BULK PURCHASE

GST Invoices for Your Business

Dedicated Technical Support Team

Safely Delivering Genuine Products PAN INDIA

Track Order | Support | Careers

Resistors

Popular Resistors Used in Electronics Projects

Starting a project but not sure which resistors to pick? Here you will find products that work well with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and many DIY electronics setups. That is why we created this collection so you can easily explore different options in one place. Explore the products here and choose the resistors that matches your build.

A resistor is a fundamental electronic component that controls the flow of electric current in a circuit by providing resistance. By limiting current, it protect other parts of circuits, control voltage levels, and help distribute power where it’s needed. They are essential in almost every electronic device, from simple flashlights to advanced computers.

Resistors are widely used for dividing voltage, reducing current, setting signal levels, and protecting sensitive components from damage.

There are several types of resistors, each with unique characteristics for different applications. Four common types include Carbon Film Resistors, which are affordable and reliable for general use; Metal Film Resistors, offering higher precision and stability; Wire Wound Resistors, designed for high power and accuracy; and SMD Resistors, compact and ideal for modern electronics.

Explore our extensive range including Carbon Film, Metal Film, Wire Wound, Variable , and SMD Resistor with different resistance value like 1k, 100k, 1M, 10M, 10k Resistor and more, perfect for electronics projects, circuit prototyping, and repairs.

Categories of Resistors

Fixed Resistors : Standard resistors with a constant resistance value. Available in carbon film, metal film, and wire-wound types.
Variable Resistors (Potentiometers / Trimmers) : Adjustable resistance components used for tuning circuits, volume control, sensor calibration, and testing.
Precision Resistors : High-accuracy resistors with low tolerance values (e.g., 0.1%, 0.5%). Ideal for measurement circuits, instrumentation, and sensitive analog electronics.

Applications: Electronics, Robotics, IoT & DIY Circuits

Electronics Projects: Voltage dividers, LED current limiting, amplifier circuits.
Robotics: Sensor interfacing, motor driver pull-ups, encoder filtering.
IoT Devices: Low-power sensing, Wi-Fi/MCU biasing, signal conditioning.
DIY Maker Projects: Breadboard experiments, prototypes, hobby circuits, school electronics kits.

Resistor Color Code & Value Guide

Color Code Chart (4-band Resistors)

Color	Digit	Multiplier	Tolerance
Black	0	×1	—
Brown	1	×10	±1%
Red	2	×100	±2%
Orange	3	×1k	—
Yellow	4	×10k	—
Green	5	×100k	±0.5%
Blue	6	×1M	±0.25%
Violet	7	×10M	±0.1%
Grey	8	×100M	±0.05%
White	9	—	—
Gold	—	×0.1	±5%
Silver	—	×0.01	±10%

Example

Red (2) – Violet (7) – Brown (×10) – Gold (±5%)
→ 270 × 10 = 2700 Ω (2.7 kΩ), tolerance ±5%

Tolerance & Power Rating Comparison

Type	Typical Tolerance	Power Rating Options	Best Use
Carbon Film	±5%	1/8W, 1/4W, 1/2W	General electronics, prototypes
Metal Film	±1%–2%	1/4W, 1/2W	Precision circuits, analog designs
Wire-Wound	±1%–5%	1W–10W+	High-power resistive loads, motors

Key Notes

Higher wattage = can handle more heat.
Lower tolerance = higher accuracy.
Always use a resistor rated slightly above the calculated wattage for safety.

Soldering & Safe Use Tips

Use heat-resistant tweezers or pliers when soldering to avoid overheating the resistor body.
Do not exceed the resistor’s power rating to prevent burning or drifting in value.
Keep resistor leads short in high-frequency circuits to minimize noise.
For prototyping, start with metal film resistors for stable and consistent behavior.
Always double-check polarity for variable resistors (potentiometers have 3 pins; wiring direction matters).

Price List of Resistors in India

Resistors are usually not sold as individual pieces, rather as a set box. So you can get a broad range of resistors spanning from 1 ohm to 1000 mega ohms in a single kit costing approximately Rs. 60/- to 100/-

Item Name	Price Inc GST (Approx)
1 Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	10
100 Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	10
100K Ohm Resistor (Pack of 10)	9
10M Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	10
1M Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	10
3.3k Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	10
33k Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	10
330 Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	8
470 Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	10
2.2k Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	10
220 Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	9
47k Resistor - (Pack of 10)	10
1k Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	9
4.7k Ohm Resistor - (Pack of 10)	10
10k Ohm Resistor - Pack of 10	5
10K Sliding Potentiometer	149
Potentiometer Knobs - (Pack of 10)	135
22k Potentiometer (10 pcs)	95
Resistor Box (150 Resistors and 30 Values)	49

1.Where can I buy resistors online?

Resistor boxes and other combination sets of resistors can be bought online from online stores like Robocraze.

2. Where can I buy resistors near me (locally)?

Resistors are easily available in any electronic shops at your local city market.

3. Can I buy resistors in bulk?

Resistors are usually always sold as bulk as it isn't feasible to ship and sell individual resistors. So a bulk purchase of resistors is an economical option.

4. How to choose resistors online?

You can shoes the appropriate resistor by deciding on the value range, power rating, tolerance, etc. You can then cross check whether your requirements conform within the resistor specifications.

5. Define resistor specifications:

Resistance value: Resistance is the main measure of a resistor and it measure the opposition of electric flow, measured in ohms

Tolerance: Tolerance specifies the potential of deviation in error with respect to the resistance value

Power rating: Power rating specifies the power (voltage * current) the resistor can withstand

Stray inductance: Stray inductance is a measure of the amount of unwanted inductance the resistor induces into the circuit

Surge rating: Surge rating is a measure of potential pulse in power the resistor can withstand for a short amount of time

Maximum working voltage: Specifies the maximum voltage the resistor can handle without breaking down

6. What are the types of resistors?

Resistors come in a few types. The type you choose depends on your need and use case. Some of the types are

Carbon Composition Resistor: low cost, easy to construct resistors used for prototyping

Thermistor: Resistors who’s resistance value changes with temperature

Wire Wound Resistor: These resistors are used in high power applications

Variable Resistor: Resistors whose value can be varied by a knob

Varistor: Non linear resistors that do not obey ohm’s law

Light Dependent Resistor: Resistors whose resistance changes depending on the light intensity falling onto the resistor

7. How to identify the value of a resistor?

Value of a resistor can be identified using two ways

Using a multimeter: Keep the multimeter in resistance mode and put the probes across the resistor. Your multimeter should indicate the approximate resistance of the resistor

By observing the colour bands: Resistor Values in resistors are indicated using coloured bands that specifies meaning. You can refer to the image below on what each colour band across a resistor depicts. Most resistors are four band resistors, so you can ignore the 5 and 6 band resistor for now

For example, 1. If the colour code of a 4 band resistor is yellow, violet, red and gold it means

1st digit (yellow) -> 4

2nd digit (violet) -> 7

3rd digit (red) -> 100

4th digit (gold) -> 5%

Inference: 47 x 100 with 5% tolerance = 4700 ohm = 4.7k Ohm resistor with 5% tolerance

2. If the colour code of a 4 band resistor is brown, black, brown and gold it means

1st digit (yellow) -> 1

2nd digit (violet) -> 0

3rd digit (red) -> 1

4th digit (gold) -> 5%

Inference: 10 x 10 with 5% tolerance = 100 ohm with 5% tolerance

8. What types of resistors are available?

You’ll find a wide range of resistor types in this collection: fixed value axial resistors (carbon film, metal film), value-kits (boxes with many different values), and maybe speciality resistors for higher precision. There are very low values (e.g., 1 Ω), mid-range values (10 k Ω, 33 k Ω) and high values up to 1 M Ω or more. These cover almost every resistor needed for electronics work.

9. Are these resistors suitable for Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects?

Yes, absolutely. These resistors are ideal for use with Arduino, Raspberry Pi and other microcontroller or SBC projects. Whether you are setting up pull-up or pull-down resistors, limiting LED current, building sensor circuits or doing prototyping, these resistors have you covered.

10. Do you provide 1% tolerance or precision resistors?

While many standard resistors in the collection have common tolerance values (such as ±5%), you will also see higher-precision resistors (e.g., ±2% or ±1%) listed or available. For circuits where accuracy matters (voltage dividers, calibration, high-fidelity sensor work), you can select the precision type.

11. What power ratings are available for these resistors?

Most of the resistors offered are typical through-hole types rated at standard hobby power ratings (for example, ¼ watt). These are perfectly fine for most microcontroller circuits, signal work and prototyping. If you need higher power-rated resistors (½ W, 1 W or more), you’ll want to check the specific product details and that it’s designed for heavier loads.

12. Can these resistors be used for prototyping & DIY electronics?

Yes, they’re perfect for prototyping and DIY electronics. Given their wide value range, good tolerance options, and typical use-case orientation, these resistors help you build and test circuits, repair boards, experiment with designs, and scale up. Whether you’re just learning or assembling a custom gadget, these resistors are a reliable building block.

Resistors

Refined By Clear all

Categories

Featured Products

Sort by:

Popular Resistors Used in Electronics Projects

All About Resistors

Categories of Resistors

Applications: Electronics, Robotics, IoT & DIY Circuits

Resistor Color Code & Value Guide

Color Code Chart (4-band Resistors)

Example

Tolerance & Power Rating Comparison

Soldering & Safe Use Tips

Price List of Resistors in India

Popular Searches

Frequently Asked Questions

1.Where can I buy resistors online?

Resistor boxes and other combination sets of resistors can be bought online from online stores like Robocraze.

2. Where can I buy resistors near me (locally)?

Resistors are easily available in any electronic shops at your local city market.

3. Can I buy resistors in bulk?

Resistors are usually always sold as bulk as it isn't feasible to ship and sell individual resistors. So a bulk purchase of resistors is an economical option.

4. How to choose resistors online?

You can shoes the appropriate resistor by deciding on the value range, power rating, tolerance, etc. You can then cross check whether your requirements conform within the resistor specifications.

5. Define resistor specifications:

Resistance value: Resistance is the main measure of a resistor and it measure the opposition of electric flow, measured in ohms

Tolerance: Tolerance specifies the potential of deviation in error with respect to the resistance value

Power rating: Power rating specifies the power (voltage * current) the resistor can withstand

Stray inductance: Stray inductance is a measure of the amount of unwanted inductance the resistor induces into the circuit

Surge rating: Surge rating is a measure of potential pulse in power the resistor can withstand for a short amount of time

Maximum working voltage: Specifies the maximum voltage the resistor can handle without breaking down

6. What are the types of resistors?

Resistors come in a few types. The type you choose depends on your need and use case. Some of the types are

Carbon Composition Resistor: low cost, easy to construct resistors used for prototyping

Thermistor: Resistors who’s resistance value changes with temperature

Wire Wound Resistor: These resistors are used in high power applications

Variable Resistor: Resistors whose value can be varied by a knob

Varistor﻿: Non linear resistors that do not obey ohm’s law

Light Dependent Resistor: Resistors whose resistance changes depending on the light intensity falling onto the resistor

7. How to identify the value of a resistor?

Value of a resistor can be identified using two ways

Using a multimeter: Keep the multimeter in resistance mode and put the probes across the resistor. Your multimeter should indicate the approximate resistance of the resistor

By observing the colour bands: Resistor Values in resistors are indicated using coloured bands that specifies meaning. You can refer to the image below on what each colour band across a resistor depicts. Most resistors are four band resistors, so you can ignore the 5 and 6 band resistor for now

For example, 1. If the colour code of a 4 band resistor is yellow, violet, red and gold it means

1st digit (yellow) -> 4

2nd digit (violet) -> 7

3rd digit (red) -> 100

4th digit (gold) -> 5%

Inference: 47 x 100 with 5% tolerance = 4700 ohm = 4.7k Ohm resistor with 5% tolerance

2. If the colour code of a 4 band resistor is brown, black, brown and gold it means

1st digit (yellow) -> 1

2nd digit (violet) -> 0

3rd digit (red) -> 1

4th digit (gold) -> 5%

Inference: 10 x 10 with 5% tolerance = 100 ohm with 5% tolerance

8. What types of resistors are available?

9. Are these resistors suitable for Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects?

Yes, absolutely. These resistors are ideal for use with Arduino, Raspberry Pi and other microcontroller or SBC projects. Whether you are setting up pull-up or pull-down resistors, limiting LED current, building sensor circuits or doing prototyping, these resistors have you covered.

10. Do you provide 1% tolerance or precision resistors?

11. What power ratings are available for these resistors?

12. Can these resistors be used for prototyping & DIY electronics?

Sign up for our newsletter

Shop the look

Choose Options

Edit Option

Back In Stock Notification

Compare

Choose Options

Let customers speak for us

Varistor: Non linear resistors that do not obey ohm’s law