Self Inductance of a Solenoid Problem

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The problem involves calculating the inductance of a solenoid with 600 turns, a cross-sectional area of 450 mm², a length of 500 mm, and a relative permeability of 25. The correct formula for inductance is L = (μ0 * μr * n² * A) / l, where μ0 is the permeability of free space, taken as 12.6 x 10^-7. The user initially calculated an inductance of 2.55, while the expected answer is 10 mH. The confusion seems to stem from incorrect application of the formula or unit conversions. Properly applying the formula with correct units should yield the expected result.
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Homework Statement


Hi again guys, been stuck on this problem for a while now, thought it would be a simple bumping in some values in a given equation question but I can't get the correct answer :confused: Heres the problem:

What is the inductance of a 600 turn coil wound on a core of cross sectional area 450mm2 , length of 500mm and a relative permeability of 25?


Homework Equations


I assumed the equation I would use would be L=μ0μrn2Al
Where n = number of turns
A = cross sectional area
l = length
μ0 I took as 12.6x10^-7
and μr = 25

The Attempt at a Solution


When I put all these values into the equation I get 2.55, where as the given answer is 10mH. I'm stumped :confused:
 
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The correct equation is: L=\frac{\mu_0 \mu_r n^2 A}{l}
 
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