Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter Calculator

✖Multiplier Resistance is the value of series resistance attached to the pmmc-based voltmeter.ⓘ Multiplier Resistance [R_s]			+10% -10%
✖Meter Internal Resistance refers to the inherent resistance present within a measuring instrument.ⓘ Meter Internal Resistance [R_{i_m}]			+10% -10%

✖Multiplying Factor refers to the mechanism by which shunt resistors are used to divert most of the current, allowing the meter to measure higher currents accurately.ⓘ Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter [m]

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Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter

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`"m" = 1+("R"_{"s"}/"R"_{"i_m"})`

Example

`"4"=1+("16.5Ω"/"5.5Ω")`

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Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter Solution

STEP 0: Pre-Calculation Summary

Formula Used

Multiplying Factor = 1+(Multiplier Resistance/Meter Internal Resistance)
m = 1+(R_s/R_{i_m})
This formula uses 3 Variables

Variables Used

Multiplying Factor - Multiplying Factor refers to the mechanism by which shunt resistors are used to divert most of the current, allowing the meter to measure higher currents accurately.
Multiplier Resistance - (Measured in Ohm) - Multiplier Resistance is the value of series resistance attached to the pmmc-based voltmeter.
Meter Internal Resistance - (Measured in Ohm) - Meter Internal Resistance refers to the inherent resistance present within a measuring instrument.

STEP 1: Convert Input(s) to Base Unit

Multiplier Resistance: 16.5 Ohm --> 16.5 Ohm No Conversion Required
Meter Internal Resistance: 5.5 Ohm --> 5.5 Ohm No Conversion Required

STEP 2: Evaluate Formula

Substituting Input Values in Formula

m = 1+(R_s/R_{i_m}) --> 1+(16.5/5.5)

Evaluating ... ...

m = 4

STEP 3: Convert Result to Output's Unit

4 --> No Conversion Required

FINAL ANSWER

4 <-- Multiplying Factor

(Calculation completed in 00.006 seconds)

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Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter Formula

Multiplying Factor = 1+(Multiplier Resistance/Meter Internal Resistance)
m = 1+(R_s/R_{i_m})

What is Multiplier Voltmeter?

A multiplier voltmeter is a type of voltmeter that extends its measurement range by incorporating external multiplier resistors or capacitors. These components are connected in series or parallel with the voltmeter to increase its sensitivity or range. This method allows the voltmeter to measure higher voltages than its intrinsic sensitivity would normally permit, making it versatile for various measurement applications where a wide range of voltages need to be measured accurately.

How to Calculate Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter?

Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter calculator uses Multiplying Factor = 1+(Multiplier Resistance/Meter Internal Resistance) to calculate the Multiplying Factor, The Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter formula is defined as its capability to extend the measurement range beyond the voltmeter's basic sensitivity by using series or parallel multipliers. Multiplying Factor is denoted by m symbol.

How to calculate Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter using this online calculator? To use this online calculator for Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter, enter Multiplier Resistance (R_s) & Meter Internal Resistance (R_{i_m}) and hit the calculate button. Here is how the Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter calculation can be explained with given input values -> 3.181818 = 1+(16.5/5.5).

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What is Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter?

The Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter formula is defined as its capability to extend the measurement range beyond the voltmeter's basic sensitivity by using series or parallel multipliers and is represented as m = 1+(R_s/R_{i_m}) or Multiplying Factor = 1+(Multiplier Resistance/Meter Internal Resistance). Multiplier Resistance is the value of series resistance attached to the pmmc-based voltmeter & Meter Internal Resistance refers to the inherent resistance present within a measuring instrument.

How to calculate Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter?

The Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter formula is defined as its capability to extend the measurement range beyond the voltmeter's basic sensitivity by using series or parallel multipliers is calculated using Multiplying Factor = 1+(Multiplier Resistance/Meter Internal Resistance). To calculate Multiplying Factor for Multiplier Voltmeter, you need Multiplier Resistance (R_s) & Meter Internal Resistance (R_{i_m}). With our tool, you need to enter the respective value for Multiplier Resistance & Meter Internal Resistance and hit the calculate button. You can also select the units (if any) for Input(s) and the Output as well.

How many ways are there to calculate Multiplying Factor?

In this formula, Multiplying Factor uses Multiplier Resistance & Meter Internal Resistance. We can use 1 other way(s) to calculate the same, which is/are as follows -

Multiplying Factor = sqrt(((Meter Internal Resistance+Series Resistance)^2+(Angular Frequency*Inductance)^2)/((Meter Internal Resistance)^2+(Angular Frequency*Inductance)^2))

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