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Old 12th Nov 2017, 9:44 am   #7
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Default Re: Flat 4.7k Resistor

Wait until you try surface-mount parts :-( Capacitors don't even get values marked on them.

You can measure the capacitance, but then you still don't know the material, tempco or voltage. With resistors the size usually gives you the power capability.

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