560 Ω resistor color code
A 560 Ω resistor is marked green-blue-brown-gold on a 4-band (±5%) resistor and green-blue-black-black-brown on a 5-band (±1%) resistor. Its SMD marking is 561 or 5600.
Reading the bands
| Band | 4-band (±5%) | 5-band (±1%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Green — 1st digit 5 | Green — 1st digit 5 |
| 2 | Blue — 2nd digit 6 | Blue — 2nd digit 6 |
| 3 | Brown — Multiplier ×10 | Black — 3rd digit 0 |
| 4 | Gold — Tolerance ±5% | Black — Multiplier ×1 |
| 5 | — | Brown — Tolerance ±1% |
Check: 56 ×10 = 560 Ω; 560 ×1 = 560 Ω. A ±5% part measures between 532 Ω and 588 Ω.
Codes and series
| Schematic notation | 560R |
|---|---|
| SMD 3-digit | 561 |
| SMD 4-digit | 5600 |
| EIA-96 | none (not an E96 value) |
| E-series | E12, E24 |
| Neighbouring E24 values | 510 Ω and 620 Ω |
Typical uses
A 560 Ω resistor drives a single red LED from a 12 V supply at roughly 18 mA ((12 − 2) ÷ 560). At that current it dissipates about 0.18 W, so a 1/2 W part is the safer choice. It is also a common E12 value in dividers and filters.
Current and power at common voltages
The current and heat in a 560 Ω resistor depend on the voltage across the resistor itself (not necessarily the supply voltage). Choose a resistor rated at least twice the power shown.
| Voltage across it | Current | Power | Minimum rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3 V | 5.89 mA | 19.4 mW | 1/8 W |
| 5 V | 8.93 mA | 44.6 mW | 1/8 W |
| 9 V | 16.1 mA | 145 mW | 1/2 W |
| 12 V | 21.4 mA | 257 mW | 1 W |
| 24 V | 42.9 mA | 1.03 W | 3 W |
Don't mix it up with
Values with the same digits differ only in the multiplier band, so check that band carefully:
| Value | 4-band code | Multiplier band |
|---|---|---|
| 5.6 Ω | Green-Blue-Gold-Gold | Gold ×0.1 |
| 56 Ω | Green-Blue-Black-Gold | Black ×1 |
| 560 Ω | Green-Blue-Brown-Gold | Brown ×10 |
| 5.6 kΩ | Green-Blue-Red-Gold | Red ×100 |
| 56 kΩ | Green-Blue-Orange-Gold | Orange ×1k |
FAQ
What color code is a 560 Ω resistor?
A 560 Ω ±5% resistor is green-blue-brown-gold (4 bands). A 560 Ω ±1% resistor is green-blue-black-black-brown (5 bands).
What is the SMD code for 560 Ω?
561 on 3-digit (±5%) parts and 5600 on 4-digit (±1%) parts. It has no EIA-96 code because it is not an E96 value.
Is 560 Ω a standard resistor value?
Yes, it is in the E12, E24 series.
How much power does a 560 Ω resistor dissipate at 5 V?
With 5 V across it, 44.6 mW (P = V² ÷ R). A 1/8 W or larger resistor is enough.
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