Decode 4-band and 5-band resistor color codes with tolerance. This free tool by electronmagazine.com runs entirely in your browser — no sign-up, no uploads, no tracking of your input.

How to use

  1. Choose 4-band or 5-band.
  2. Select each band color from the dropdowns.
  3. Read the resistance and tolerance.

FAQ

Which band is first?

The band closest to one lead; the tolerance band (often gold) is usually last.

What is a 5-band resistor?

A precision resistor with three significant digits.

What does gold mean?

As a multiplier ×0.1, as tolerance ±5%.

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