Sunil Saharan

Series and Parallel Resistor, Capacitor Calculator

Combine any number of resistors, inductors or capacitors in series or parallel.

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Formulas used

  • Resistors in series: R = R1 + R2 + ...
  • Resistors in parallel: 1/R = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + ...
  • Capacitors are the opposite way round

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to convert units first?

Enter every value in the same unit. The answer comes out in that unit.

Does this work for inductors?

Yes. Inductors combine like resistors, provided they are not magnetically coupled.