Capacitors & Reactance

RC Time Constant Calculator

RC Time Constant Calculator. Series/parallel capacitance, RC time constant and AC reactance calculations. Calculations run in your browser. Entered electrical values are not uploaded to our server.

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Mathematical estimate only. Verify equipment datasheets, manufacturer instructions, electrical codes and qualified design before real-world use.

Formula & method

τ = R × C

Worked example

1 kΩ × 100 µF = 0.1 s

Assumptions & safety boundary

Mathematical estimate only. Verify equipment datasheets, manufacturer instructions, electrical codes and qualified design before real-world use.