Capacitance Calculator – C = Q/V

Calculate capacitance, charge, or voltage using C = Q/V.

How It Works

Enter any two of capacitance (F), charge (C), or voltage (V). The calculator solves for the third using the fundamental capacitor equation C = Q/V.

Formula

C = Q ÷ V

Frequently Asked Questions

What is capacitance?

Capacitance C is the ability of a capacitor to store charge per unit voltage. C = Q/V, measured in Farads (F). Most practical capacitors are in μF or nF.

How much energy does a capacitor store?

Energy E = ½CV². A 100 μF capacitor at 12 V stores E = ½ × 0.0001 × 144 = 0.0072 J = 7.2 mJ.