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Ohm’s Law: Current and Power Calculator

Calculate current and dissipated power from voltage and resistance for a DC or purely resistive circuit.

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Ohm’s Law: Current and Power Calculator

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Formula

I = U / RP = U × I = U² / R

Worked example

At 24 V and 120 Ω, I = 24/120 = 0.20 A and P = 24 × 0.20 = 4.80 W. Check resistor ratings and temperature derating separately.

Scope and interpretation

This assumes a constant ideal resistance. Reactive AC loads require impedance; do not use this model to calculate motor current.