Physics

RLC Impedance Calculator

Find the impedance of a series RLC circuit.

Parameters Live Compute
Calculated Output
Impedance (Ω) 107.7
Phase angle (°) 21.801
Formula: Z = √(R² + (X_L − X_C)²)
Step-by-Step Breakdown
1. Values used:
2. Resistance = 100 Ω
3. Inductive reactance = 80 Ω
4. Capacitive reactance = 40 Ω
5.
6. Impedance = 107.7Ω
7. Phase angle = 21.801°
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Impedance is the total opposition of a series RLC circuit to AC current.

The math behind it

Z = √(R² + (X_L − X_C)²). The phase angle is arctan((X_L − X_C)/R).

Worked Example

R = 100, X_L = 80, X_C = 40 → Z ≈ 107.7 Ω at 21.8°.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is impedance minimum?

At resonance, where X_L = X_C and Z equals R.

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