| Capacitance Of A Capacitor Using Reed Switch |
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Aim : |
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The aim of this experiment is
to measure the capacitance of a capacitor using a reed switch.
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Circuit : |
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Materials : |
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- A Reed Switch
- A Signal Generator
- A Voltmeter
- A Micro-Ammeter
- A Power Supply
- A Set of Capacitors
- Leads
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Procedure :
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- Set up the circuit shown in the diagram.
- Adjust the frequency (f) of the signal generator to give a smooth switching of the reed relay.
- Record the current (I) in the meter.
- Record the voltage (V) across the coil.
- Repeat the experiment for a number of other capacitors.
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Conclusion : |
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You can calculate the capacitance (C) of the capacitor from,
C = I / (f x V)
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