Ohm's Law Equation:
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Ohm's Law states that the voltage across a conductor is directly proportional to the current flowing through it, with the constant of proportionality being the resistance. It's a fundamental principle in electrical engineering and physics.
The calculator uses Ohm's Law equation:
Where:
Explanation: The voltage is calculated by multiplying the current (in amps) by the resistance (in ohms).
Details: Calculating voltage is essential for designing electrical circuits, troubleshooting electrical problems, and ensuring proper operation of electrical devices.
Tips: Enter current in amps and resistance in ohms. Both values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What if I know voltage and want to find current?
A: You can rearrange the formula: \( I = V / R \)
Q2: What if I know voltage and current but want resistance?
A: The formula becomes: \( R = V / I \)
Q3: Does Ohm's Law apply to all materials?
A: Ohm's Law applies to "ohmic" materials where resistance is constant. Some materials like semiconductors are non-ohmic.
Q4: What are typical voltage values in household circuits?
A: In the US, standard household voltage is 120V for most outlets and 240V for large appliances.
Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically exact for ideal ohmic conductors at constant temperature.