Electronic devices are being used by millions of people every single day and a wide variety of settings. The most prominent are mobile devices such as phones and tablets. These handy little gadgets seem to make just about everything easier and more convenient. Unfortunately, most people don’t know how each model is more power-efficient than the last. The trick to making an electronic device work more efficiently is a well-designed circuit. Using less power while retaining performance takes skill and the appropriate components. Rather than design components that can handle more power electronic engineers use electric resistance to reduce the amount of power being used.
With small electronics resistors are the key to controlling the amount of power a device uses. By adding a resistance module into a circuit the component will pull less power. With this method engineers can provide just the right amount of power to a component, improving efficiency and prolonging the life of those components. As newer methods of microcontroller production are being developed there is a need for circuits that use less power. Minimal power usage prevents excess heat and improves battery life for portable devices. Engineering small electronics with smaller and smaller components means there is a constant need for more power-efficient circuit boards and this is where resistors come in.
A resistor is a module with two terminals that is installed in the circuit in order to prevent too much power going to a component. The idea of adding resistance to an electronic devices circuits may seem strange but it’s the best way to make printed circuit boards, or PCBs, more efficient and safer for small electronic components. Electric resistors come in a huge variety and surface mount resistors are sold in many common retail stores. These prefabricated resistors are used in common projects but a more specific resistance might be needed for certain projects.
For those interested in designing a project and bringing it to market it’s important to find the most cost-effective way to add resistance modules. This means buying in bulk and choosing the right component. Custom fabricated resistance modules are available in both bulk purchases or short-run productions. It is highly recommended to seek the advice of an expert and to speak to resistor manufacturers directly about which resistors to choose and what materials to produce them from. Because there are so many different resistance modules it’s important to have detailed information before investing in a large production run.