RMS Voltage Calculator
Convert between peak, peak-to-peak and RMS voltage for the common waveforms.
Why mains is 230 V but peaks at 325 V
Mains voltage is quoted as RMS: the DC voltage that would deliver the same heating power. A 230 V RMS sine actually swings to ±325 V. Insulation and component ratings must survive the peak, which is why a capacitor across the mains needs at least a 400 V rating.
What this page needs from you
This page asks for peak voltage in V and waveform. From those it returns rms voltage in V, together with peak-to-peak, average of a rectified sine, crest factor and power into 100 ω. Every figure updates as you type, and nothing you enter leaves your browser.
Check the power rating, not just the value
Choosing a component by its resistance or capacitance alone leaves out the rating that actually determines whether it survives. Work out the power the part will dissipate and pick something rated for at least twice it: a resistor run at its limit gets hot enough to drift out of tolerance and to discolour the board.
The formula
For a sine wave V_rms = V_peak / √2 ≈ 0.7071 × V_peak
Every result on this page comes from this formula. Nothing is rounded until the final display, so figures match a spreadsheet to the cent.
How to use the RMS Voltage Calculator
- Fill in each field with your own figures — the defaults are only there as an example.
- The result updates as you type, so there is no button to press.
- Check the breakdown under the main result for the supporting numbers.
- Use the copy button to take the result with you, or share the link to reload the same inputs.
RMS Voltage Calculator — frequently asked questions
Is this rms voltage calculator free to use?
Yes. Every calculator on the site is free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser, so your figures never leave your device.
How accurate is the result?
The maths is exact for the formula shown on the page. Accuracy in the real world depends on your inputs and on assumptions the formula cannot see, so treat the output as a well-grounded estimate rather than a quote.
Can I use it on my phone?
Yes. The page is responsive, weighs a few kilobytes and works offline once loaded, so it behaves the same on a phone as on a desktop.
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About this calculator
Written and reviewed by The Samsung Calculator editorial team. Every calculator is written against a published formula, reviewed against at least one independent reference implementation, and dated when it changes.
Last reviewed September 14, 2026 · Calculation runs client-side · No data collected · Report an error