Basic DC Circuit Theory

Voltage and Current Relationship The earth is a dynamic place. Objects…

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Variable Resistor

What is a Variable Resistor? A variable resistor is a resistor of…

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Shunt Resistor

Definition Shunt Resistor A shunt resistor is used to measure electric…

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PTC Thermistor

What are PTC Thermistors? PTC stands for "Positive Temperature…

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Resistor SMD Code

What are SMD Resistors?   SMD resistors on a printed circuit…

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Varistor

What is a Varistor? A varistor is a voltage dependent resistor (VDR).…

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Thermistor

What is a Thermistor? A thermistor is a temperature sensitive…

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Resistor Values

Standard Resistor Values In 1952, the IEC (International…

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NTC Thermistor

What are NTC Thermistors? NTC stands for "Negative Temperature…

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Basic DC Circuit Theory

Voltage and Current Relationship The earth is a dynamic place. Objects…

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Capacitors in series

Capacitors in series Like other electrical elements, capacitors serve…

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Triangle Of Power And Power Factor

In a purely resistive AC circuit, power is simply power. If we add…

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What Is Meant By Electrical Resistance?

Different materials react to voltage in different ways. If a material…

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Capacitor Guide Intro

Welcome to the Capacitor Guide! Your guide in the world of capacitors.…

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Thermistor

What is a Thermistor? A thermistor is a temperature sensitive…

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Resistors for LED Circuits

Resistors in Light Emitting Diode (LED) Circuits An LED (Light…

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Mica Capacitor

What are mica capacitors? Mica is a group of natural minerals. Silver…

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Metal Film Resistor

Metal Film Resistors Metal film resistors have a thin metal layer as…

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Resistors in Series

How to Calculate the Equivalent Resistance For Resistors in Series?…

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Capacitors in parallel

Capacitors, like other electrical elements, can be connected to other…

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Tantalum Capacitor

What are tantalum capacitors? Tantalum capacitors are a subtype of…

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Basic AC Circuits

We started out this chapter by discussing power in DC circuits. Now,…

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Kirchhoff’s Laws

Gustav Robert Kirchhoff   Kirchhoff's laws are essential for…

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Standard Resistor Power Ratings

An electrical device’s power rating provides a general idea of…

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Air Capacitor

What are air capacitors? Air capacitors are capacitors which use air…

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Polymer Capacitor

What are polymer capacitors? Polymer capacitors are capacitors which…

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Capacitance

What is capacitance? Electric capacitance is the ability of a…

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Blower Resistor

What is a Blower Resistor? Blower resistors are resistors which are…

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Power Rating

What is the Power Rating of a Resistor? The power rating of a resistor…

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