Resistor Color Code Calculator

Decode 4-, 5- and 6-band resistor colour codes.

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For learning, hobby and prototyping use. Not professional electrical design advice — follow applicable codes and standards.

How to use Resistor Color Code Calculator

  1. Enter your values — the unit for each field is shown next to it.
  2. The result updates instantly as you type.
  3. Copy the results, or change inputs to compare scenarios.

Formula & assumptions

Value = digits × multiplier (± tolerance)

Example: Yellow–violet–red–gold = 47 × 100 = 4.7 kΩ ±5%.