Resistor Parallel

Calculate equivalent resistance for resistors connected in parallel.

How this calculator works

Enter the values for first value, second value and review the units before calculating.

Formula / method

1 ÷ Req = Σ(1 ÷ Ri)

Worked example

100 Ω and 100 Ω in parallel produce 50 Ω.

Assumptions and limitations

Every resistor is positive and connected across the same two nodes.

Wiring, tolerance, thermal limits and current sharing are not modeled.