An LCR meter is a type of electronic measuring device utilized in industry to measure the inductance (L), capacitance (V), and resistance (R) of an electronic component. The impedance was measured internally in earlier iterations of this instrument and converted to the relevant capacitance or inductance value for display. Readings should be fairly accurate if the capacitor or inductor device being tested does not have a major resistive component of impedance.
How Does the LCR Meter Work?
The device being tested (DUT) is typically exposed to an AC power source. The meter monitors both the current flowing through and the voltage across the DUT. LCR Meter Accessories can calculate the impedance's magnitude from its ratio. In more sophisticated instruments, the phase angle between the voltage and current is also measured; when combined with the impedance, it is possible to calculate and display the equivalent capacitance, inductance, and resistance of the DUT.
What is an LCR Meter Used for?
Impedance is a physical property that is measured using LCR meters, which are measuring equipment. The quantifier Z is used to express impedance, which is resistance to the passage of an AC current. It can be determined using the voltage V between the measurement target's terminals and the current flowing to it.
The Difference Between an LCR Meter and Multimeter
Simply described, an LCR meter evaluates the distinctive properties of distinct components, such as their resistance, capacitance, and other values. After a power outage, it typically has to be tested separately. A multimeter is a versatile measurement tool.
