Physics Formula
Inductance Formula Formula
Relates magnetic flux linkage to current in an inductor.
Formula Summary
Inductance Formula
Relates magnetic flux linkage to current in an inductor.
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- Physics
- Equation
- L = Φ / I
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Equation
L = Φ / I
Variables
- L = inductance
- Φ = magnetic flux linkage
- I = current
Units
- Inductance: henries (H)
- Magnetic Flux Linkage: webers (Wb)
- Current: amperes (A)
When To Use This Formula
Use this formula when calculating the inductance of an inductor based on magnetic flux linkage and current flowing through it.
Rearranged Equations
- Φ = L × I
- I = Φ / L
How to Use This Formula
- Identify the known values from the problem statement.
- Convert all values into compatible units.
- Substitute the values into the equation and calculate the result.
- Check that the final answer has the correct unit and meaning.