You know, these are used extensively in some modules
as 'jumpers' (or place holders if you will) where
additional components *series* (such as inductors or
capacitors) may be required for tuning in RF circuits
when the modules are 'tested' at the factory ... it's
easy enough to leave an *empty* pad for parallel (or
shunt) elements, but you *have* to have something to
chuck into a pad that's *in series* with the rest of
the circuit hence the need for "zero Ohm resitors".

RF Jim

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Subject: [EE]: What's the purpose of a zero-ohm resistor?


> I can't seem to figure out why.
> Cheers,
> -Neil.
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