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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

FromTo
1 Henry1,000 Millihenry
1 Millihenry1,000 Microhenry
10 Microhenry10,000 Nanohenry
100 Nanohenry0.1 Microhenry
50 Millihenry0.05 Henry
220 Microhenry0.22 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.

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