Use our parallel capacitor calculator to find total capacitance. Just enter individual capacitor values and get the equivalent capacitance instantly.
Capacitor in parallel Calculator
Capacitors connected in series divide voltage and reduce total capacitance. The total capacitance in series is calculated by taking the reciprocal of the sum of the reciprocals of each capacitor's value. This configuration is commonly used in electronic circuits where a smaller equivalent capacitance is needed or when capacitors need to share a voltage load. The Series Capacitor Calculator instantly computes the total capacitance, making it easy to design accurate and efficient circuits for timing, filtering, or energy storage applications.
Calculate parallel Capacitor
A series capacitor calculator helps determine the total capacitance when multiple capacitors are connected end-to-end (in series). In a series connection, the reciprocal of the total capacitance is the sum of the reciprocals of the individual capacitors. This means that the total capacitance in series is always less than the smallest individual capacitor in the group. Series configurations are often used in high-voltage applications to distribute voltage across each capacitor and to fine-tune capacitance levels. This tool is essential for electronics hobbyists, engineers, and students who need accurate and quick results when designing or analyzing circuits. With this calculator, you can input up to any number of capacitor values and instantly get the total series capacitance in farads, microfarads, nanofarads, or picofarads. It simplifies complex calculations and ensures precision in circuit behavior, especially in timing and filtering applications.
parallel Capacitor Calculator Data Table
| Capacitor (μF) | 4.7 | 10 | 22 |
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| Total Capacitance (μF) | 2.75 |
Calculation:
1/Ctotal = 1/4.7 + 1/10 + 1/22 = 0.2127 + 0.1 + 0.0455 = 0.3582
Ctotal = 1 / 0.3582 ≈ 2.75 μF
What is a parallel capacitor?
Capacitors connected so each shares the same voltage across terminals.
How to calculate total capacitance in parallel?
Add all capacitor values: C_total = C1 + C2 + ... + Cn.
Does voltage change in parallel capacitors?
No, voltage across each capacitor is the same.
What happens to total capacitance in parallel?
It increases; values add together.
Is total capacitance higher in series or parallel?
Higher in parallel; lower in series.
Can I mix microfarad and nanofarad?
Yes, but convert to the same unit before adding.
Does polarity matter in parallel capacitors?
For polarized capacitors like electrolytics, yes.
How do I convert pF to µF?
Divide picofarads by 1,000,000.
Can I use this for AC circuits?
Yes, total capacitance affects AC behavior too.
Why use capacitors in parallel?
To increase total capacitance or improve filtering.
