Two 1μF capacitors were connected in series with a variac (220Vrms , 50Hz , 0° and 20mA output). Using a voltmeter , the supply voltage recorded was 130.7 v , Vc1 = 65.6v , Vc2 = 65.6v. Using the theory equations , determine C1, C2 and total capacitance in series.
Are the two voltages Vc1 and Vc2 in phase with each other ? Do capacitances in series combine in the same way as resistances in series ?
Can someone help please?
Are the two voltages Vc1 and Vc2 in phase with each other ? Do capacitances in series combine in the same way as resistances in series ?
Can someone help please?
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Capacitors in series follow the formula
1/Ct = 1/Ca + 1/Cb
ie like resistors in parallel. The converse is also true ie capacitors in parallel just add, like resistors in series.
All capacitors sharing a common current, like here, have the same phase of voltage.
1/Ct = 1/Ca + 1/Cb
ie like resistors in parallel. The converse is also true ie capacitors in parallel just add, like resistors in series.
All capacitors sharing a common current, like here, have the same phase of voltage.