Electronic Components

Some Types of Commonly Used Electronic Components

1. Passive Component

Passive components are types of electronic components that work without the need for an electric current so they cannot amplify electrical signals and cannot convert one form of energy into another.

2. Diode

Diode is an electronic component consisting of two poles that are semiconductors. The function of the diode is to continue the electric current flowing in one direction and inhibit the current from the opposite direction. This electronic component is often used in electronic circuits, almost all types of electronic circuits must use diodes. The materials used in the manufacture of diodes are semiconductor materials such as germanium and silicon.

3. IC (Integrated Circuit)

This type of electronic component IC or so-called integrated circuit is a basic electronic component consisting of several electronic components such as resistors, transistors and others which are united into one component that functions as the main component in electronic circuits. ICs are often used in electronic circuits such as mobile phones, televisions, radios and others. This component is one of the most important parts to support other electronic circuits installed on the mainboard.

4. Potentiometer

Next up is the potentiometer. This type of electronic component is a type of resistor that has three terminals with sliding connections that form an adjustable voltage divider. If only two terminals are used (one of the fixed terminals and the sliding terminal), the potentiometer acts as a variable resistor or rheostat. Potentiometers used as volume controllers are sometimes equipped with an integrated switch, so that the potentiometer opens the switch when the wiper is at its lowest position.