Chip resistors are typically surface-mount devices (SMD) because they do not have leads like through-hole technology (THT) devices. Instead, a chip resistor is mounted directly onto a printed circuit board (PCB). SMD resistors are almost always rectangular or square, with the width and length of the device determining its power rating. Chip resistors may use various technology or construction types, each with significant pros and cons. Common types are thick film and thin film. Find a surface-mounted device distributor or other resistors via our user-friendly platform.
