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Unloaded series RL circuit: low-pass output across R, high-pass across L.

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Unloaded series RL circuit: low-pass output across R, high-pass across L. Winding resistance and the connected load change the response.

How to use

  1. Enter the dimensions and electrical values.
  2. Adjust the assumptions to match your components.
  3. Read the result and check the technical limits below.

Formula and assumptions

f_c = R/(2πL); τ = L/R; |H_LP| = R/√(R² + (2πfL)²); |H_HP| = 2πfL/√(R² + (2πfL)²).

Calculated example

Resistance
1 kΩ
L
100 mH
Frequency
1 kHz
Cutoff frequency
1.5915 kHz
Gain
0.84673

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Frequently asked questions

How is this calculated?

Unloaded series RL circuit: low-pass output across R, high-pass across L. Winding resistance and the connected load change the response.

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