Understanding Capacitor Voltage
The voltage across a capacitor is calculated using the fundamental relationship between charge, capacitance, and voltage. This calculator helps you determine the voltage when you know the charge stored and the capacitance value.
Formula
The capacitor voltage formula is:
[V = \frac{Q}{C}]
Where:
- V = Voltage (volts)
- Q = Charge stored (coulombs)
- C = Capacitance (farads)
Example Calculation
Given:
- Total Charge: 60 C
- Total Capacitance: 4 F
Calculation:
[V = \frac{60}{4} = 15\ \text{V}]
The capacitor voltage is 15 volts.
Applications
This calculator is useful for:
- Electronics circuit design
- Capacitor bank calculations
- Power supply design
- Energy storage systems
- Physics education and experiments