Volts to Hz Calculator
Enter any 2 values to calculate the missing variable.
How to Convert Volts to Hertz
To understand how volts relate to hertz, we can use the conversion formula.
Volts to Hertz Formula
Quick Trick: Frequency (Hertz) = Voltage (Volts) ร Conversion Factor (Hz/V)!
Understand the Conversion
Volts and hertz are essential units in electrical systems. This formula helps you calculate frequency when voltage and a conversion factor are known.
For example, if you have 10 volts and a conversion factor of 0.5 Hz/V, you can find the frequency using the formula.
The units for each variable are as follows:
- 1 Hz = 1 Volt ร 1 Hz/V
Example
Imagine you have the following measurements:
- Voltage: 10 V
- Conversion Factor: 0.5 Hz/V
Here’s how we figure it out:
1. Use the formula: Hz = V ร k
2. Put in Voltage = 10 V and Conversion Factor = 0.5 Hz/V
3. Calculate Hz = 10 ร 0.5
4. Hz = 5 Hz
Answer: 5 Hertz
What Do These Terms Really Mean?
Hertz (Hz) – The Basic Unit of Frequency
Hertz measures the frequency of cycles per second. Here’s what you need to know:
- Used to measure the frequency of electrical signals.
- 1 Hertz equals one cycle per second.
Volt (V) – The Unit of Electrical Potential
Volts measure electrical potential difference. Here’s what you need to know:
- Voltage drives the flow of current in a circuit.
- Higher voltage means more potential energy available.
For more information on frequency, visit the Wikipedia page.
