Resistance Calculator (R = V / I)

Calculate resistance from voltage and current using Ohm's Law (R = V / I). Free, instant, with power dissipation.

Resistance Calculator (R = V / I)

Voltage UV
Current IA
Resistance
6Ω
R = U / ICalculate resistance from voltage and current using Ohm's Law (R = V / I). Free, instant, with power dissipation.
Voltage
12V
Current
2A
Resistance
6Ω
Power draw
24W

More about: Resistance Calculator (R = V / I)

What it calculates

The “Resistance Calculator (R = V / I)” calculator computes Resistance in Ω from 2 parameters: voltage u (V), current i (A).

A standard physics formula used in educational and engineering tasks.

Example calculation

With parameters Voltage U = 12 V, Current I = 2 A the result is 6 Ω (R = U / I).

How to use

  1. Enter voltage u and current i — each field above is adjustable with a slider.
  2. Resistance (Ω) is calculated automatically as you type.
  3. Check the worked example below to see the formula applied to real numbers.
  4. Copy the result or bookmark this calculator.

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FAQ

How is Resistance Calculator (R = V / I) calculated?
The Resistance Calculator (R = V / I) calculator computes Resistance (in Ω) from voltage u, current i. Enter your values above and the exact formula is applied instantly; a worked example with real numbers is shown below.
Is the Resistance Calculator (R = V / I) calculator free?
Yes. It is completely free, needs no signup, runs entirely in your browser, and sends no data to any server.

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