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Because time constant calculations are important, and often needed, it is better to make the definition of the time constant (T) in a CR circuit: THE TIME TAKEN FOR THE VOLTAGE ACROSS A CAPACITOR TO INCREASE BY 63.2% OF THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ITS PRESENT AND FINAL VALUES.
Chapter 16 - RC and L/R Time Constants. What do we do if we come across a circuit more complex than the simple series configurations weâve seen so far? Take this circuit as an example: The simple time constant formula (Ï=RC) is based on a simple series resistance connected to the capacitor. For that matter, the time constant formula for an inductive circuit (Ï=L/R) is also based on the assumption of a simple series resistance.