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- Why post office box can't be used to measure high or low resistance?
Why meter bridge is chosen over post office box to measure low resistance?
Measuring Low Resistance: Why Meter Bridge is the Preferred Choice
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SUMMARY
The meter bridge is preferred over the post office box for measuring low resistance due to its superior sensitivity and measurement range. The post office box, a variant of the Wheatstone bridge, is limited in its application for measuring low and high resistances, primarily designed for identifying short circuits rather than open breaks. The meter bridge utilizes a more effective method by allowing full-scale deflection before measuring the voltage drop caused by the unknown resistance, thereby enhancing accuracy.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of Wheatstone bridge circuits
- Knowledge of electrical resistance measurement techniques
- Familiarity with meter sensitivity and calibration
- Basic principles of current and voltage in electrical circuits
- Research the operational principles of Wheatstone bridges
- Learn about advanced resistance measurement techniques
- Explore the calibration methods for electrical meters
- Investigate the applications and limitations of meter bridges in practical scenarios
Electrical engineers, technicians involved in circuit testing, and students studying electrical measurement techniques will benefit from this discussion.