Characteristic Impedance in Short Line Formulas

Characteristic Impedance in a short line is the inherent impedance that determines the relationship between voltage and current, often approximated as purely resistive. And is denoted by Z₀. Characteristic Impedance is usually measured using the Ohm for Electric Resistance. Note that the value of Characteristic Impedance is always positive.

Formulas to find Characteristic Impedance in Short Line

fxTransmitted Inductance (SC Line)Go

Short Line formulas that make use of Characteristic Impedance

fxTransmitted Current (SC Line)Go

List of variables in Short Line formulas

fx Transmitted Voltage Go

fx Transmitted Current Go

FAQ

What is the Characteristic Impedance?

Characteristic Impedance in a short line is the inherent impedance that determines the relationship between voltage and current, often approximated as purely resistive. Characteristic Impedance is usually measured using the Ohm for Electric Resistance. Note that the value of Characteristic Impedance is always positive.

Can the Characteristic Impedance be negative?

No, the Characteristic Impedance, measured in Electric Resistance cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Characteristic Impedance?

Characteristic Impedance is usually measured using the Ohm[Ω] for Electric Resistance. Megohm[Ω], Microhm[Ω], Volt per Ampere[Ω] are the few other units in which Characteristic Impedance can be measured.

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