Inductance
Inductance measures how strongly a component resists changes in current. It is important in filters, transformers, RF circuits, motors, and switch-mode power supplies. This converter helps compare very small RF inductors with larger power and magnetic components. It is useful for electronics, power design, and education.
Common conversions
| From | To |
|---|---|
| 1 Henry | 1,000 Millihenry |
| 1 Millihenry | 1,000 Microhenry |
| 10 Microhenry | 10,000 Nanohenry |
| 100 Nanohenry | 0.1 Microhenry |
| 50 Millihenry | 0.05 Henry |
| 220 Microhenry | 0.22 Millihenry |
Frequently asked questions
Inductance is a property that causes a circuit element to oppose changes in current. It is linked to magnetic fields created by current flow.
The henry is the SI unit of inductance. In practice, many electronics components are much smaller and are labeled in mH, µH, or nH.
Inductors are used in filters, power supplies, transformers, motors, and RF tuning circuits. They are common anywhere current shaping or energy storage in a magnetic field is needed.
Inductance stores energy in a magnetic field, while capacitance stores energy in an electric field. They often work together in resonant and filter circuits.