The volt is the SI derived unit of electric potential difference.
It became one of the core electrical units as circuit theory and measurement standards matured.
Measurement system: International System of Units (SI). SI equivalent: Base SI voltage unit.
Volt facts
- Unit name
- Volt
- Symbol
- V
- Category
- Electricity
- Measurement system
- International System of Units (SI)
- SI equivalent
- Base SI voltage unit
- Common uses
- Electronics, power supplies and grid voltage levels
Definition of the volt
The volt is the SI derived unit of electric potential difference.
Measurement system and SI relationship
International System of Units (SI)
SI equivalent: Base SI voltage unit
History of the volt
It became one of the core electrical units as circuit theory and measurement standards matured.
Where is the volt used?
Electronics, power supplies and grid voltage levels