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Biot–Savart Law Calculator

Compute the magnetic field from currents (straight wire and loop).

Input Data

Current A
A
Distance M
m

Results

B = μ₀I/(2πr).
0.000002T
In microtesla.
2μT
B at loop center.
0.0000062832T
In microtesla.
6.2832μT
μ₀ = 4πe-7.
0.0000012566T·m/A

At a glance:Straight wire: B = μ₀I/(2πr); loop center: B = μ₀I/(2R). Complements ampere-force and solenoid-magnetic-field.

Formula

B_wire = μ₀I/(2πr).

B_loop = μ₀I/(2R).

$$d\mathbf{B} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{I d\mathbf{l} \times \hat{r}}{r^2}, \quad B_{\text{wire}} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2\pi r}, \quad B_{\text{loop}} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2R}$$

How to Use

  1. Enter current and distance (and loop radius).
  2. The tool returns the fields.

Case Studies

I=1 A, r=0.01 m (wire)

B ≈ 20 µT.

FAQ

µ₀ value?

4π × 10⁻⁷ H/m.

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References

Content review: Calculatorism Science Team. Results are for reference only; please refer to the relevant authorities for the official figures.

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