RC Time Constant

Calculate the time constant (τ) of a Resistor-Capacitor circuit.

RC Time Constant Calculator

Calculate the time constant (τ) of an RC circuit. Determine how fast a capacitor charges or discharges.

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The RC time constant (τ) is the time required to charge a capacitor, through a resistor, to approximately 63.2% of the difference between the initial and final voltage.

Formula

τ = R * C

Time (Seconds) = Resistance (Ohms) × Capacitance (Farads).

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