How it works
Use resistor power from current with the units stated beside the fields. This form solves for resistance; enter the known quantities in Power magnitude, Current magnitude.
Inputs and units
| Input | Example value | What to enter |
|---|---|---|
| Power magnitude | 33.75 W | Formula symbol: P. Required unit: W. Must be greater than zero. |
| Current magnitude | 2.25 A | Formula symbol: I. Required unit: A. Must be greater than zero. |
Worked example
Show example inputs and results
This example is generated by the same calculation engine using the starting values in the form. Your own inputs produce your own result.
- Power magnitude
- 33.75 W
- Current magnitude
- 2.25 A
Complete example results
- Resistance
- 6.66666667 Ω
Reading the result
The result solves for resistance from the entered quantities. Check the result unit and the formula conditions before using it.
Questions and answers
Can I use the example values for my own calculation?
The example values illustrate the calculation. Replace every input with your own information, especially dates, rates and the selected operation.
When can I use the resistance result?
This model uses positive magnitudes. Use an ohmic resistor and DC magnitudes. For AC the same relation requires RMS current in a purely resistive load.
Why are some results rounded?
Results display up to 8 decimal places. Calculations use the unrounded values; very small values use scientific notation. JavaScript floating-point arithmetic can introduce tiny rounding differences.
Are my inputs sent to a server?
The calculator processes inputs in your browser. Its code does not send your values to a server.
Method sources: openstax.org