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Resistor Colour Code Calculator

Calculate resistance from the first two digits and multiplier.

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Your result

Resistance47,000Ω
FORMULA USEDR = (10a + b) × 10ᵐ
METHOD

How this calculation works

The calculator substitutes your values into the stated engineering relationship and evaluates the result using the displayed units. Change any input to recalculate instantly.

Important

This is an idealised engineering calculation. Confirm material properties, loading conditions and applicable design factors before specification or construction.