Answer RLC Circuit Q Factor 70, 5V Supply at 2.5kHz

In summary: I am not sure if you are using "r" to represent the Ω symbol, but it is 2πfL/R = 1/R * √(L/C). This becomes 1/R = 1/QR and QR = 1/ωC. You are on the right path.In summary, the conversation involved determining the component values of a series RLC circuit connected to a 5 V supply with a frequency of 2.5 kHz and a maximum current of 11.9 mA. The values of R, L, and C were calculated using the Q factor of 70 and the resonant frequency formula. The resulting values were R = 420.2 Ω, L =
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A series RLC circuit is connected to a 5 V supply, the frequency of the supply is adjusted to give a maximum current of 11.9 mA at 2.5 kHz. The Q factor is 70. Determine the component values of the circuit.

R= 5/.0119=420.2 Ohm
Q = (1/R)*(sqrt L/C)
70 = (1/420.2)*(sqrt L/C)
70/(1/420.2)= 29414
L/C = 865183396
L = 865183396*C
Resonate frequency
=1/[(2pi)*(sqrt L*C)]
2500=1/[(6.28)*(sqrt ((865183396*C)*C)]
2500=.159/(29414*C)
29414*C=.159/2500
29414*C=.0000636
C=.002uF
L=865183396*C
L=1.73 H

Is this an ok way to calculate this? Does it appear correct?
 
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charger9198 said:
A series RLC circuit is connected to a 5 V supply, the frequency of the supply is adjusted to give a maximum current of 11.9 mA at 2.5 kHz. The Q factor is 70. Determine the component values of the circuit.

R= 5/.0119=420.2 Ohm correct
Q = (1/R)*(sqrt L/C)
70 = (1/420.2)*(sqrt L/C)
70/(1/420.2)= 29414
L/C = 865183396
L = 865183396*C
Resonate frequency
=1/[(2pi)*(sqrt L*C)]
2500=1/[(6.28)*(sqrt ((865183396*C)*C)]
2500=.159/(29414*C)
29414*C=.159/2500
29414*C=.0000636
C=.002uF
L=865183396*C
L=1.73 H

Is this an ok way to calculate this? Does it appear correct?

Your values for L and C are close but off just a bit: I got L = 1.87 Hy and C = 2.17nF

I think you went about it the hard way: start with R as you did; realize that f = 2500 Hz so ω = 2pi*2500 rad/s; then use relation between f, L, R and Q to get L, then use relationship between L, C and ω to get C.
 
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Thanks, i agree i did think that. do you mind me asking what equation you transposed for L? All I can come up with is that involving capacitance
 
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Q = ωL/R so L = QR/ω.

ω = 2πf and f = 2.5e3 Hz.

Then LC = 1/ω2 to get C.
 
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Thanks rude man, I now can confirm I get the same as you
L=1.872 Hy
C=2.165 nF
 
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charger9198 said:
Thanks rude man, I now can confirm I get the same as you
L=1.872 Hy
C=2.165 nF

Yer' welcome!
 
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Hi people. Did you get this question correct?
 
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Luk-e-2012 said:
Hi people. Did you get this question correct?

Yes. Look at the last two posts.
 
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How did you find the equation for C

Hi rude man.

I've been looking at this question for a while now and am yet to see how you found the equation LC =1/ω2I assume you found it from 2πfL/R = 1/R x (√L/c)
But I cannot confirm this is the case.
I tried to find the capacitance using L/QR2 but I get a different answer.

Can you help me? The answer is there I know but I want to understand.
 
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saucysaunders said:
Hi rude man.

I've been looking at this question for a while now and am yet to see how you found the equation LC =1/ω2


I assume you found it from 2πfL/R = 1/R x (√L/c)
But I cannot confirm this is the case.
I tried to find the capacitance using L/QR2 but I get a different answer.

Can you help me? The answer is there I know but I want to understand.

A series R-L-C circuit has impedance √[R^2 + (wL - wC)^2] which is mimimized when wL = 1/wC. Minimum impedance occurs at the resonant frequency.
 
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Another way to complete

rude man said:
A series R-L-C circuit has impedance √[R^2 + (wL - wC)^2] which is mimimized when wL = 1/wC. Minimum impedance occurs at the resonant frequency.

Thanks! I understand where you're coming from now.

I also managed to calculate the capacitor value using the resonance formula.

Resonance -fo/r = 1 / 2π√LC

∴ C = (1/-fo/r)2 / ((2π)2 * L)

C = (1/2500)2 / ((2)2 * 1.87)

C = 2.167ηF
 
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Without actually checking your numbers you seem to be on-course.
 
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Related to Answer RLC Circuit Q Factor 70, 5V Supply at 2.5kHz

1. What is the purpose of an RLC circuit?

An RLC circuit is used to filter and control the flow of electric current in a circuit. It consists of a resistor (R), inductor (L), and capacitor (C) connected in series or parallel.

2. What is the Q factor of an RLC circuit?

The Q factor, also known as quality factor, is a measure of the efficiency of an RLC circuit in storing and releasing energy. It is calculated by dividing the reactance of the circuit by its resistance.

3. How is the Q factor related to frequency in an RLC circuit?

The Q factor is directly proportional to the resonant frequency of an RLC circuit. As the frequency increases, the Q factor also increases, resulting in a more efficient circuit.

4. What is the significance of a Q factor of 70 in an RLC circuit?

A Q factor of 70 indicates that the RLC circuit has a high efficiency and is capable of storing and releasing energy at a frequency of 2.5kHz. This can be useful in applications such as signal processing and filtering.

5. How does a 5V supply affect the RLC circuit's performance?

The 5V supply provides the necessary voltage for the RLC circuit to operate. It is important to ensure that the voltage is stable and within the circuit's specifications to prevent damage.

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