Description

A 240 Ohm 1/4W 5% 1206 SMD Chip Resistor is a surface-mount resistor with the following specifications:

• Resistance: 240 Ohms, which determines the amount of resistance to current flow in the circuit.
• Power Rating: 1/4W (0.25 watts), meaning it is designed to dissipate a maximum of 0.25 watts of power without overheating or damage.
• Tolerance: 5%, indicating that the actual resistance can vary by ±5% from the nominal value of 240 Ohms.
• Package Size: 1206, meaning the resistor’s physical dimensions are 3.2 mm x 1.6 mm, a compact size for surface-mount devices (SMD) commonly used in modern electronic designs.

This resistor is typically used in general-purpose, low-power applications where a 5% tolerance is acceptable. It is suitable for space-efficient electronic circuits and devices where size and power dissipation are key factors.