Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter Formula

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Half Scale Resistance refers to the resistance value halfway between the maximum and minimum resistance of a variable resistor or potentiometer, typically used to calibrate or set reference points. Check FAQs
Rh=RsRmRs+Rm
Rh - Half Scale Resistance?Rs - Shunt Resistance?Rm - Meter Resistance?

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25Edit=37.5Edit75Edit37.5Edit+75Edit
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Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Rh=RsRmRs+Rm
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Rh=37.5Ω75Ω37.5Ω+75Ω
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Rh=37.57537.5+75
LAST Step Evaluate
Rh=25Ω

Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter Formula Elements

Variables
Half Scale Resistance
Half Scale Resistance refers to the resistance value halfway between the maximum and minimum resistance of a variable resistor or potentiometer, typically used to calibrate or set reference points.
Symbol: Rh
Measurement: Electric ResistanceUnit: Ω
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Shunt Resistance
Shunt Resistance is a type of resistor specifically designed to divert or shunt a known portion of electrical current away from a primary circuit.
Symbol: Rs
Measurement: Electric ResistanceUnit: Ω
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Meter Resistance
Meter Resistance refers to the internal resistance of a measuring instrument. This resistance is inherent to the design of the instrument and affects the accuracy of measurements made by the device.
Symbol: Rm
Measurement: Electric ResistanceUnit: Ω
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other formulas in Shunt Type category

​Go Meter Current for Shunt Type Ohmmeter
Im=VsRxRsRm+RxRs+RxRm
​Go Fraction of Full Scale Current for Shunt Type Ohmmeter
S=RxRx+Rm

How to Evaluate Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter?

Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter evaluator uses Half Scale Resistance = (Shunt Resistance*Meter Resistance)/(Shunt Resistance+Meter Resistance) to evaluate the Half Scale Resistance, The Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter formula is defined as the resistance value that would produce a half-scale deflection of the meter when connected in parallel with the meter movement and the unknown resistance being measured. Half Scale Resistance is denoted by Rh symbol.

How to evaluate Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter, enter Shunt Resistance (Rs) & Meter Resistance (Rm) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter

What is the formula to find Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter?
The formula of Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter is expressed as Half Scale Resistance = (Shunt Resistance*Meter Resistance)/(Shunt Resistance+Meter Resistance). Here is an example- 1.710098 = (37.5*75)/(37.5+75).
How to calculate Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter?
With Shunt Resistance (Rs) & Meter Resistance (Rm) we can find Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter using the formula - Half Scale Resistance = (Shunt Resistance*Meter Resistance)/(Shunt Resistance+Meter Resistance).
Can the Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter be negative?
No, the Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter, measured in Electric Resistance cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter?
Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter 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 Half Scale Resistance for Shunt Type Ohmmeter can be measured.
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