RC Circuit

Definition

An RC circuit consists of a resistor (R) and capacitor (C) connected together in series or parallel, which allows for charging and discharging of the capacitor over time.

Related terms

Resistor: A component that limits or controls the amount of current flowing through a circuit by resisting its flow.

Capacitor:

An electronic component that stores electric charge temporarily and releases it when needed.

Time Constant (τ): The time required for voltage across a charging or discharging capacitor to reach approximately 63% of its final value.