Ohm's Law Calculator

Solve for voltage, current, or resistance. Power dissipation included.

Known Values

A
Ω
Solving forVoltage (V)

Results

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V = I × R

Ohm's Law

Ohm's Law states that the current through a conductor is directly proportional to the voltage across it and inversely proportional to its resistance. It is the foundational relationship for all circuit analysis.

Ohm's Law

V = I × R

Power (P = V × I)

P = V × I = I² × R = V² / R

Key Points

  • Valid for linear (ohmic) resistors at constant temperature
  • Non-linear devices (diodes, transistors) do not follow Ohm's Law
  • Power dissipated as heat — check maximum ratings
  • Double the voltage → double the current (same R)

Common Uses

  • Selecting current-limiting resistors
  • Calculating voltage drops across components
  • Estimating power dissipation and thermal design
  • Verifying circuit measurements