Resistors and capacitors

Electronic Components

Resistor

Limits the flow of current

Variable resistor

Adjustable resistor

SMT resistor

Resistor that is soldered to tabs on the surface of a pcb

Capacitor

Stores charge, acts as a voltage store, used in timers

Diode

One way valve for current

LED

Lights when a small current flows, uses less power than a bulb

Dual in line IC

Standard chip package

Transistor (npn only)

Used to control current – current amplifier

Push to make switch

Connection only when switch is pressed

Push to break

Connection only when switch is NOT pressed