Electric Field of a Point Charge Calculator
Field strength at a distance from a point charge using Coulombs law.
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Field strength at a distance from a point charge using Coulombs law.
Electric Field of a Point Charge Estimator
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Electric Quick Guide
Typical values for reference.
| Charge nC | Distance m | Field | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0.5 | 359.5 N/C | |
| 1 | 0.1 | 898.8 N/C | |
| 100 | 2 | 224.7 N/C | |
| -5 | 0.3 | 499.3 N/C | |
| Rule of Thumb | Check inputs | Use as a guide | Round sensibly |
Electric Field of Calculator FAQ
Answers to common questions about this calculator.
Force per unit charge at a point.
Field falls with the square of distance.
Coulomb constant, about 8.99 billion N m2 per C2.
For point charges, yes.
