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What creates resistance in a circuit? (discuss.tchncs.de)
submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by shoeforthepot@discuss.tchncs.de to c/askelectronics@discuss.tchncs.de
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I'm planning to add a momentary switch to a single loop DC circuit. Will this cause any amount of resistance in the circuit? I'm a complete noobie when it comes to electronics, any resource links or clarification is appreciated. I know the type of material/width of wire and a pot will cause resistance but will any component put in line with the circuit cause resistance, and if so how do I go about measuring the resistance for each component within the circuit?

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[–] shoeforthepot@discuss.tchncs.de 3 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

Thanks for the feedback and info, I'll know what to look for next time. Unfortunately, I purchased a tattoo pedal as the momentary switch, thinking it would be easier to operate. link Btw. thanks for clarifying everything has resistance, that concept confused me more than I thought it would.

[–] Enclose0314@discuss.tchncs.de 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Open it up!

They put a regular old switch inside a fancy box, but you'll be able to read the part number once you see the actual switch.

[–] shoeforthepot@discuss.tchncs.de 1 points 1 year ago

I'll give it a go, fingers crossed.