Constant of Galvanometer Formula

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Galvanometer Constant refers to a characteristic of a galvanometer that relates its deflection to the amount of current passing through it. Check FAQs
Kg=Qθ
Kg - Galvanometer Constant?Q - Charge?θ - Galvanometer Throw?

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3Edit=3.06Edit1.02Edit
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Constant of Galvanometer Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Constant of Galvanometer?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Kg=Qθ
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Kg=3.06C1.02rad
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Kg=3.061.02
LAST Step Evaluate
Kg=3C/rad

Constant of Galvanometer Formula Elements

Variables
Galvanometer Constant
Galvanometer Constant refers to a characteristic of a galvanometer that relates its deflection to the amount of current passing through it.
Symbol: Kg
Measurement: Balllistic Galvanometer ConstantUnit: C/rad
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Charge
Charge is the total electric charge that flows through the galvanometer over a certain period of time.
Symbol: Q
Measurement: Electric ChargeUnit: C
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Galvanometer Throw
Galvanometer Throw refers to the maximum deflection or displacement that the pointer can undergo when subjected to a certain current or magnetic field.
Symbol: θ
Measurement: AngleUnit: rad
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other formulas in Galvanometer category

​Go EMF across Galvanometer
V=R(I1-I2)
​Go Instantaneous Deflecting Torque
Ti=RK(I12-I22)
​Go Average Current through Galvanometer
I=2NΦtR
​Go Throw of Galvanometer
θ=SgQ

How to Evaluate Constant of Galvanometer?

Constant of Galvanometer evaluator uses Galvanometer Constant = Charge/Galvanometer Throw to evaluate the Galvanometer Constant, The Constant of Galvanometer formula is defined as the measure of the sensitivity of the device. It represents the amount of current required to produce a specific deflection of the needle or coil. Galvanometer Constant is denoted by Kg symbol.

How to evaluate Constant of Galvanometer using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Constant of Galvanometer, enter Charge (Q) & Galvanometer Throw (θ) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Constant of Galvanometer

What is the formula to find Constant of Galvanometer?
The formula of Constant of Galvanometer is expressed as Galvanometer Constant = Charge/Galvanometer Throw. Here is an example- 3 = 3.06/1.02.
How to calculate Constant of Galvanometer?
With Charge (Q) & Galvanometer Throw (θ) we can find Constant of Galvanometer using the formula - Galvanometer Constant = Charge/Galvanometer Throw.
Can the Constant of Galvanometer be negative?
No, the Constant of Galvanometer, measured in Balllistic Galvanometer Constant cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Constant of Galvanometer?
Constant of Galvanometer is usually measured using the Coulomb per Radian[C/rad] for Balllistic Galvanometer Constant. are the few other units in which Constant of Galvanometer can be measured.
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