i found an example where a potentiometer was connected to +5V, GND and A0 on a arduino uno.... i tryed the same, butt my potentiometer (0,25W) died. my question: do i need a potentiometer for more Watt or did i made a mistake in the circuit ? thanks

analogRead with Potentiometer / Watt

GoForSmoke November 13, 2011, 2:01am 6

That may be real bad news for the Arduino.

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