1/4W vs 1/8W

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Post by pitchwest »

I have found 1/4W 360R cheaper than 1/8W 360R. All the others are 1/8W. Would it matter to much if I was to use the 1/4W 360R?
This is all going into a 9V stomp box.

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It won't make a difference.
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Provided that you're not exceeding the power rating of the resistor, it won't make any difference to the operation of the circuit.... :D
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