{"product_id":"500pcs-470-ohm-metal-film-resistors-led-diy-electronics","title":"500pcs 470 Ohm Metal Film Resistors 1\/4W LED DIY Electronics","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003e500-Pack 470 Ohm Metal Film Resistors for LED \u0026amp; DIY Electronics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock your workbench with this generous 500-piece set of precision \u003cstrong\u003e470 Ohm metal film resistors\u003c\/strong\u003e. Engineered for hobbyists, makers, and professionals alike, these through-hole cylindrical resistors deliver high accuracy, low noise, and rock-solid stability — perfect for LED current-limiting, atmosphere lighting, billboard signage, home decoration circuits, and a wide range of DIY electronic builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Mainland China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 470 Ohm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±1% (High Precision)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 Watt (0.25W) — 0.5W option available\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal Film Resistor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Through-Hole \/ Direct Insertion (DIP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four-Band Color Ring Coding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3V–12V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Coefficient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low (excellent thermal stability)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e CCC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose These Resistors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eHigh Precision \u0026amp; Stability\u003c\/strong\u003e — ±1% tolerance keeps your circuits performing exactly as designed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eLow Noise Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — metal film construction minimises interference in sensitive circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Heat Dissipation\u003c\/strong\u003e — cylinder shape efficiently disperses heat during operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Insertion Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — standard axial lead spacing for manual or machine placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eBulk Value Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e — 500 pieces means you'll always have a spare on hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLED current-limiting in DIY lighting projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBillboard and signage illumination circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAtmosphere and decorative lighting installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHome and building decoration electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGeneral-purpose circuit prototyping and breadboarding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eArduino, Raspberry Pi, and microcontroller projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e500 × 470 Ohm Metal Film Resistors (color-coded, through-hole)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse proper soldering technique and temperature to avoid component damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDouble-check color band orientation before inserting into a PCB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not exceed the rated power (1\/4W) to prevent overheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore in a dry, cool environment to maintain long-term quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Products You May Like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1-channel-relay-module-dc-3-3v-24v-optocoupler-arduino\"\u003e1-Channel Relay Module DC 3.3V–24V Optocoupler for Arduino\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/0-25mm-1000-turn-precision-copper-inductor-coil-diy-electronics\"\u003e0.25mm 1000-Turn Precision Copper Inductor Coil for DIY Circuits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/0-300mm-adjustable-pcb-holder-360-rotation-soldering-stand-clamp\"\u003e0–300mm PCB Holder Stand | 360° Rotation Soldering Clamp\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a deeper understanding of electronic component standards and safety, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nist.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNIST's electronics standards resources\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What are 470 Ohm metal film resistors used for in LED circuits?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: A 470 Ohm resistor is commonly used to limit the current flowing through an LED, protecting it from burning out. When connected to a 5V–12V DC source, it ensures the LED receives the correct operating current (typically 10–20mA), extending the LED's lifespan and maintaining consistent brightness in your DIY lighting or decoration projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the difference between a metal film resistor and a carbon film resistor?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Metal film resistors offer tighter tolerance (±1% vs ±5% for carbon film), lower noise, and better temperature stability. This makes them the preferred choice for precision circuits, LED drivers, and any application where consistent, accurate resistance is critical — such as atmosphere lighting and billboard signage builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Are these resistors compatible with Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes! The standard axial through-hole (DIP) format and 1\/4W rating make these 470 Ohm resistors fully compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, breadboards, and custom PCBs. They are widely used for LED indicator circuits, sensor pull-up\/pull-down networks, and general prototyping with microcontrollers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How do I identify a 470 Ohm resistor using the color bands?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: For a 4-band color code: \u003cstrong\u003eYellow – Violet – Brown – Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e. Yellow = 4, Violet = 7, Brown = ×10 multiplier, Gold = ±5% tolerance. For a 5-band (1% tolerance) code: \u003cstrong\u003eYellow – Violet – Black – Black – Brown\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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