RC time constant

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1 kΩ with 100 µF gives τ = 0.1 s.

Example

Calculate the RC time constant from resistance and capacitance.

1 kΩ with 100 µF gives τ = 0.1 s.

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Methodology

τ = resistance × capacitance.