RLC Circuit Damping Factor Calculator
RLC Circuit Damping Factor Calculator computes the damping factor for a series RLC circuit. Input the resistance, inductance, and capacitance, select their units, and calculate the damping factor.
Enter Parameters
How to Use RLC Circuit Damping Factor Calculator:
- Enter the resistance, inductance, and capacitance using the keypad or direct input; use “Next” to switch fields.
- Select appropriate units for each parameter (e.g., Ω, kΩ, MΩ for resistance; H, mH, µH for inductance; F, µF, nF, pF for capacitance).
- Click “Calculate” to see step-by-step results.
- Use “Share Result” to get shareable text or “Copy Result” to copy to clipboard.
Formula:
Damping Factor (ζ):
ζ = (R / 2) × √(C / L)
Where: R = resistance (Ω), L = inductance (H), C = capacitance (F)
Important Notes:
- Inputs for resistance, inductance, and capacitance must be positive numbers. Invalid inputs will trigger an error.
- The calculator assumes a series RLC circuit configuration.
- The damping factor determines the circuit’s behavior: ζ < 1 (underdamped), ζ = 1 (critically damped), ζ > 1 (overdamped).
- Clipboard access requires a secure context (HTTPS). If copying fails, try accessing over HTTPS or copy manually.