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resistor size
Posted: 28 Aug 2013, 18:55
by jimiguitar
what are the most common size resistors in the pedals in this from 1/2 or 1/4 or 1/8 watt or in wamplers pedals
Re: resistor size
Posted: 29 Aug 2013, 02:34
by commathe
I tend to use 1/4 watts. 1/4 watts will be safe for about 25mA at 9V, which is way more than most pedals draw. You can probably get away with 1/8Ws most of the time but going a little bit higher doesn't hurt! 1/4Ws also fit nicely onto perf board projects. They are only one column wide and 4 rows long.
Re: resistor size
Posted: 02 Sep 2013, 20:24
by galmar
I agree on the 1/4W, they seem to be the most convenient value to use. Higher wattage also aids in reducing noise, but I have not compared 1/8W to 1/4W resistors in any pedal to testify for a notable improvement.
I also use 0.6W resistors like these:
http://www.musikding.de/Metal-Film-06W
I know they are more expensive than typical 1/4W ones found locally, but for a pedal it won't cost you much more. I usually gather things I want and order them to reduce costs. They are about the same size as ordinary 1/4W ones.
Re: resistor size
Posted: 05 Sep 2013, 11:48
by leftfingaz