RMS Voltage Calculator

Free calculate root mean square voltage from peak voltage. determine v_rms = v_peak/√2 for sinusoidal ac voltage.

Input Parameters

V

Results

Enter voltage to calculate RMS or peak

RMS Voltage Formula

For Sinusoidal Wave

V_rms = V_peak / √2

V_peak = V_rms × √2

Where:

  • • V_rms = RMS voltage (V)
  • • V_peak = peak voltage (V)
  • • √2 ≈ 1.414

Common Values

  • • US Mains: 120 V_rms (170 V_peak)
  • • EU Mains: 230 V_rms (325 V_peak)
  • • Peak-to-Peak: V_pp = 2 × V_peak

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