Current Divider Calculator

Calculate current distribution in parallel resistors using the current divider formula: I₁ = I × (R₂ / (R₁ + R₂))

Circuit Diagram
    I_total
       ↓
    ┌──┬──┐
    │  │  │
    │ R1│ R2
    │  │  │
    │ I1│ I2
    │  │  │
    └──┴──┘
       ↓
      GND

Important Notes

  • Current divider principle works for parallel circuits.
  • The current through each branch is inversely proportional to its resistance.
  • The sum of branch currents equals the total current (Kirchhoff's Current Law).
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