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pb1592

05-18-2010 01:10 PM

Resistor watt question...

If a circuit needs a 4.7k ohm resistor rated at 1/4 watt, is it ok to use a 4.7k ohm resistor rated at 1/2 watt? I'm pretty sure it is but wanted clarification before frying an expensive circuit :)

Thanks!

-Brian

JIMF14D

05-18-2010 01:26 PM

RE: Resistor watt question...

yes....but it will be bigger and maybe a micro oz. heavier....:)

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