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Ohm's Law is a fundamental principle in electrical engineering that defines the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance in an electrical circuit. It states that the current through a conductor between two points is directly proportional to the voltage across the two points and inversely proportional to the resistance between them.
The calculator uses Ohm's Law equation:
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Explanation: The equation shows that current increases with higher voltage and decreases with higher resistance.
Details: Accurate current calculation is essential for circuit design, electrical safety analysis, component selection, and troubleshooting electrical systems.
Tips: Enter voltage in volts and resistance in ohms. Both values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: What are the units of measurement?
A: Voltage is measured in volts (V), resistance in ohms (Ω), and current in amperes (A).
Q2: Does Ohm's Law apply to all materials?
A: Ohm's Law applies to ohmic materials where resistance remains constant regardless of voltage. Some materials (diodes, transistors) are non-ohmic.
Q3: What is the relationship between the three variables?
A: Current is directly proportional to voltage and inversely proportional to resistance. Double the voltage doubles the current; double the resistance halves the current.
Q4: Can I calculate power using these values?
A: Yes, power (P) can be calculated as P = V × I or P = I² × R or P = V² / R.
Q5: What are typical current values in household circuits?
A: Typical household circuits carry 15-20 amperes, while smaller electronic devices may use milliamperes (mA) or microamperes (μA).