Resistor Colour Code Calculator (4 and 5 Band)

Read any 4-band or 5-band resistor: choose the colours and get the resistance with its lowest and highest values.

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How to use the resistor colour code calculator

  1. Type your numbers in the boxes (pick your currency or units if asked).
  2. The answer updates as you type: no button to press.
  3. Copy the result, or share it on WhatsApp with one tap.

Questions

Which end do I start from?

Start from the end where the bands are bunched together. A gold or silver band is always last.

Is my data private?

Yes. Everything happens inside your own browser: nothing you type or choose is uploaded to us or anyone else.

Is it free?

Completely free, with no sign-up, no watermark and no limit on how many times you use it. Light ads keep the site running.