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What is the Symbol for the Yellow Electronic Component?
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In summary, the conversation discusses a yellow component on a board that appears to be either an inductor or coil antenna encased in hot glue or silicone for protection. It is suggested that it may be a transformer or inductor and capacitor together and is possibly part of a radio circuit, specifically a remote control circuit. The purpose and function of the board are uncertain and there are more questions than answers at this point.
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MATLABdude
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If you're talking about the one at the end of the board, it looks like either an inductor (see the response in one of the other threads by this same name) or coil antenna. They're encased in hot glue or silicone to make them a little more robust and give a little bit of environmental protection (depending on what you want to use them for).
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If its an inductor then it should pass the continuty test.
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sophiecentaur
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Looks like an inductor but a low value one. You can see the wire coil(?). Is there a screw adjuster in the centre of the cylinder? Is there a "H" printed on it to show its inductance or is there an "L" printed on the board, like the Rs and Cs? It looks like a small inductance which is odd, considering the surrounding components and their layout, which suggests lowish frequency of operation. It could be a transformer - how many connections are there? IS there a "T" on the board?
MATLAB's suggestion is also possible.
Does the board work? What does it do?
There are more questions than answers, I'm afraid but I hope they help.
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vk6kro
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It looks like an inductor with a lump of glue on it.
This is done to make it immune to vibration.
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mabs239
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What circuit it is? It might help understand the device.
I guess it to be some radio circuit because of large number of descrete components and small capacitors. The said component might be a transformer or an inductor and a capacitor togather.
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This is remote control circuit
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weitao
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wat is the symbol?
Related to What is the Symbol for the Yellow Electronic Component?
1. What is an electronic component?
An electronic component is a basic unit that is used to create electronic circuits. It can be a single device, such as a resistor or a capacitor, or a complex device, such as a microprocessor.
2. What is the purpose of an electronic component?
The purpose of an electronic component is to control the flow of electricity in an electronic circuit. It can be used to amplify signals, store electrical charge, or regulate current.
3. What does the color yellow signify in an electronic component?
The color yellow in an electronic component usually indicates that it is a resistor. Resistors are used to limit the flow of electricity in a circuit and are color-coded to indicate their resistance value.
4. How do you identify a yellow electronic component?
To identify a yellow electronic component, you can use a color code chart or a multimeter. The color code chart will have the corresponding resistance value for each color band on the component. A multimeter can directly measure the resistance of the component.
5. What are some common uses for yellow electronic components?
Yellow electronic components, specifically resistors, are commonly used in electronic circuits to limit current, adjust signal levels, and create voltage dividers. They are also used in LED lights, speakers, and power supplies.
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