Impedance vs Frequency Plotter

Visualize the impedance curve of your speaker across frequency. Analyze resonance peaks, crossover behavior, and speaker load for accurate system design.

How to Use the Impedance Plotter

This tool plots the speaker's impedance curve across the selected frequency range. Use it to:

  • Identify resonance peaks at Fs and impedance rise.
  • Analyze crossover impact on speaker load.
  • Ensure amplifier compatibility and avoid clipping.
  • Compare nominal vs peak impedance for system design.
  1. Set the frequency range (start and end Hz).
  2. Enter speaker nominal impedance, resonance frequency, and peak impedance.
  3. Set the number of points for plot smoothness.
  4. The chart will update automatically to show the impedance curve.
Formula Used:
  • Impedance Z(f) = Znom + (Zmax - Znom) × exp(-((f - Fs)/Fs)^2)
  • This Gaussian approximation simulates the resonance peak of a typical speaker.

Who Can Use This Calculator

  • Speaker designers analyzing frequency response and impedance behavior.
  • Car audio enthusiasts tuning subwoofers and speakers for amplifiers.
  • Home theater installers verifying system load and amplifier safety.
  • PA system designers checking speaker impedance in series/parallel setups.

Where to Use

  • Car audio subwoofer and full-range speaker systems.
  • Home theater speakers and subwoofer banks.
  • PA system speaker arrays and crossover design.
  • Pro audio speaker system troubleshooting.

FAQ

It shows how a speaker's impedance changes across the frequency spectrum, helping to design amplifiers, crossovers, and prevent overloading.

Series adds the impedance of speakers at each frequency, increasing total load, while parallel reduces overall impedance.

Yes, you can simulate series or parallel configurations for two identical speakers. For more complex setups, multiple instances or advanced curves may be needed.

Speakers exhibit mechanical and electrical resonance, causing the impedance to spike at a certain frequency.

The plot helps identify low impedance dips or resonance peaks. Amplifiers should not be driven below their safe load limits to avoid overheating or damage.