10K OHM ±5% 1/4W Through Hole Carbon Film Resistor

Whether you’re building an Arduino project, designing a voltage divider, or working on a breadboard prototype, the 10K Ohm Through Hole Resistor is one of the most versatile and essential components in any electronics toolkit.

This carbon film resistor delivers a resistance of 10,000 ohms (10KΩ) with a ±5% tolerance, meaning its actual resistance falls reliably between 9.5KΩ and 10.5KΩ — perfectly acceptable for the vast majority of digital and analog circuit applications.

Why Engineers & Makers Choose This Resistor:

With a 1/4W (0.25W) power rating and 300V maximum voltage, it handles low-to-moderate power loads comfortably. The axial through-hole design allows for straightforward insertion into PCBs, breadboards, and perf boards, and the 0.4mm leads fit snugly into standard solder-less breadboard holes without bending or slipping.

Common Applications: Pull-up and pull-down resistors in digital circuits, Arduino and Raspberry Pi GPIO protection, LED current limiting, voltage divider networks, audio signal conditioning, and sensor interface circuits.

Key Specifications: Resistance: 10KΩ (10,000 Ohms) | Tolerance: ±5% | Power Rating: 1/4W (0.25W) | Max Voltage: 300V | Type: Carbon Film | Mounting: Axial Through-Hole | Lead Diameter: ~0.4mm | Color Code: Brown–Black–Orange–Gold

These resistors are 100% tested for consistency and are ideal for students, hobbyists, electronics engineers, and R&D labs alike. Stock up and never run short on your most-used passive component.