Resistors in Series and Parallel Calculator

Add up to four resistors in series or parallel and get the total resistance.

Quick answer: Resistors in Series and Parallel Calculator: Add up to four resistors in series or parallel and get the total resistance. Everything runs in your browser, so nothing you enter is uploaded or stored.

How to use Resistors in Series and Parallel Calculator

  1. Enter your values in the fields.
  2. The results update instantly as you type.
  3. Note or copy the numbers you need.

Features

Formula

Series: R = R1 + R2 + ... Parallel: 1/R = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + ...

Worked example

Two resistors of 100 and 220 ohms give 320 ohms in series and about 68.75 ohms in parallel.

Frequently asked questions

What is the series formula?

Total R = R1 + R2 + R3 + R4.

What is the parallel formula?

1 / R = 1 / R1 + 1 / R2 + 1 / R3 + 1 / R4.

Is the Resistors in Series and Parallel Calculator free?

Yes. It is free, needs no signup and works on any device.

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