Republic of the Philippines

EASTERN VISAYAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Tacloban City
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Electrical Engineering Department

RESISTOR COLOR CODING

Submitted by:

___________ NAETHAN PAUL V. DIAZ_____________

BSME – 2A

Submitted to:

VINCELOYD S. CODILAN, REE

Instructor

(09/29/2023)
INTRODUCTION

Resistors are fundamental components in electronics that limit the flow of electric current and

protect other components from excessive current. They are crucial for adjusting voltage

levels and current paths within a circuit. The resistance value of a resistor is typically

indicated by a color-coded system. The bands on a resistor represent the resistance value,

tolerance, and sometimes the temperature coefficient.

In this laboratory activity, I will explore the resistor band color coding system, identify the

resistance values of resistors, and verify these values using a multimeter.

Objectives

The main objectives of this experiment were to interpret resistor color codes, calculate

resistance values, and verify these values using a multimeter. By completing this activity, we

aimed to develop a better understanding of resistor specifications and enhance our skills in

working with electronic components.

Materials and Equipment:

 Assorted resistors (various resistance values)

 Multimeter

 Breadboard

 Power supply (9V)

Procedure:

1. Familiarize ourselves with the resistor color code chart, understanding the color

bands' order and corresponding values.

2. Select a resistor from the assortment and identify the color bands on it.

3. Using the resistor color code chart, determine the resistance value based on the colors

of the bands.

4. Record the calculated resistance value for the chosen resistor.

Verifying Resistance with a Multimeter:

1. Set the multimeter to the resistance measurement mode (ohmmeter).

2. Connect the multimeter probes to each end of the resistor and read the resistance

value from the multimeter.

3. Record the measured resistance value.

Results:

Resistors Band Color Computed Multimeter

Resistance Value Resistance Value
2
1 Red, Red, Red, Gold 22 x 10 ±5 % 2, 180 Ω

3
2 Brown, Red, Orange, Gold 12 x 10 ±5 % 11,790 Ω

1
3 Red, Violet, Brown, Gold 27 x 10 ± 5 % 250 Ω

4
4 Brown, Blue, Yellow, Gold 16 x 10 ±5 % 190,000 Ω

−1
5 Blue, Gray, Gold, Gold 68 x 10 ± 5 % 7.1 Ω
Computing for Maximum and Minimum Value of the Resistors:

1. Resistor 1: 22 x 102 x 0.05=110

Maximum Value: 22 x 102 +110=2,310 Ω

Minimum Value: 22 x 102−110=2,090 Ω

2. Resistor 2: 12 x 103 x 0.05=600

Maximum Value: 12 x 103 +600=12,600 Ω

Minimum Value: 12 x 103−600=11,400 Ω

3. Resistor 3: 2 7 x 101 x 0.05=13.5

Maximum Value: 2 7 x 101 +13.5=283.5 Ω

Minimum Value: 2 7 x 101−13.5=2 56.5Ω

4. Resistor 4: 16 x 10 4 x 0.05=8000

Maximum Value: 16 x 10 4 +8000=168,000Ω

Minimum Value: 16 x 10 4−8000=152,000 Ω

5. Resistor 5: 68 x 10−1 x 0.05=0.34

Maximum Value: 68 x 10−1+ 0.34=7.14 Ω

Minimum Value: 68 x 10−1−0.34=6.46 Ω

Conclusion:

The resistor band color coding system is an essential aspect of electronics that enables us to

identify and understand resistor values quickly. Through this laboratory activity, I was able to

successfully interpret resistor color codes, calculated resistance values, and verified them

using a multimeter. The results demonstrated the accuracy and reliability of the resistor color

coding system. By completing this experiment, I have developed a better understanding of

resistors and their applications in electronic circuits.