Enter the current (amps), the voltage (volts), and the time (seconds) into the calculator to determine the Energy from the Current. 

Energy from Current Formula

The following equation is used to calculate the Energy from the Current.

E = I * V* T
  • Where E is the Energy from Current (Joules)
  • I is the current (amps) 
  • V is the voltage (volts) 
  • T is the time (seconds) 

To calculate the energy from the current, multiply the amperage by the voltage and time.

How to Calculate Energy from Current?

The following example problems outline the steps and information needed to calculate the Energy from the Current.

Example Problem #1

  1. First, determine the current (amps). In this example, the current (amps) is determined to be 4 .
  2. Next, determine the voltage (volts). For this problem, the voltage (volts) is measured to be 3 .
  3. Next, determine the time (seconds). In this case, the time (seconds) is found to be 10.
  4. Finally, calculate the Energy from Current using the formula above: 

E = I * V* T

Inserting the values from above and solving the equation yields: 

E = 4*3*10 = 120 (Joules)


FAQ

What is the unit of measurement for energy in the context of calculating energy from current?

The unit of measurement for energy when calculating from current is Joules (J). This unit is used to quantify the amount of work done or energy transferred when an electric current flows through a circuit.

Can the formula for calculating energy from current be used for any type of electrical circuit?

Yes, the formula E = I * V * T can be applied to any electrical circuit as long as you know the current (in amps), the voltage (in volts), and the time (in seconds) the current flows. It’s a universal equation for calculating the energy transferred in any electrical circuit, regardless of its complexity.

How can I measure the current, voltage, and time needed to calculate energy from current?

To measure the current (I) and voltage (V) in a circuit, you can use a multimeter. The current is measured by connecting the multimeter in series with the circuit, and the voltage is measured by connecting it in parallel. Time (T) can be measured using any standard timing device, such as a stopwatch or a timer, depending on the duration of the current flow you are interested in observing.