What is Return Loss?
Return loss is a measure of the amount of signal that is reflected back to the source in a communication system, typically in the context of radio frequency (RF) and …
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75 Ohm Attenuator Calculator
Many RF circuits for audio and video systems are designed for 75 ohm impedance. This tool calculates resistor values to build an attenuator that matches this value of impedance. To …
Capacitor Discharge Current Calculator
This tool calculates the discharge current, peak current and charge of a capacitor. Contents1 Calculator2 Formula3 Example Calculations4 Background5 Related Posts and Calculators Calculator Enter Formula Vo is the initial …
Insertion Loss vs Return Loss
Contents1 Introduction2 Insertion Loss3 Return Loss4 Return Loss vs Insertion Loss of a Band Pass Filter5 Summary6 Related Posts and Calculators Introduction Insertion loss and return loss are two different …
Insertion Loss Calculator
This tool calculates the Insertion Loss in dB (deciBels). Enter the input power and output power. Use the drop down menu to select the units – either Watt or dBm. …
What is Insertion Loss?
Insertion Loss is a term commonly used in microwave electronics, radio frequency engineering and telecommunications to describe the reduction in signal power or energy when a component, device, cable or …
Running Average Calculator
This tool calculates the running average of a sequence of numbers. Simply enter the sequence of numbers (positive or negative) in the first row. Each number should be separate by …
What’s the Difference Between RMS and Average Current?
RMS (Root Mean Square) current and Average current are two different ways of representing the current in an alternating current (AC) circuit. They they convey different information about the current …
RMS Current (Amp) Calculator
Root Mean Square (RMS) current, often denoted as IRMS, is equal to the value of direct current (DC) that produces the same power dissipation in a resistive load. Contents1 Calculator2 Formula3 …
What is a Diplexer?
A diplexer, short for “dual-plexer,” is a passive electronic device used in RF (radio frequency) and microwave engineering to combine or separate signals in two different frequency bands. It allows …