Frequency and Period Calculator
〰 Oscillations & waves. Use the Frequency and period formula to find frequency, period: pick the value you want, type the others, and the answer updates as you go.
Frequency0.5 Hz
Pick the ○ next to the value you want to find, fill in the others, and it solves as you type.
What each letter means
| Quantity | Unit |
|---|---|
| Frequency | Hz |
| Period | s |
Worked example
Find the frequency when Period = 2 s.
Using f = 1/T: Frequency = 0.5 Hz.
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula for Frequency and period?
f = 1/T.
What do the letters stand for, and what units are used?
Frequency in Hz, Period in s.
How do you calculate frequency?
Put the values into f = 1/T. For example, with Period = 2 s, frequency = 0.5 Hz.
Can I solve for a different value?
Yes. In the calculator above, pick the circle next to any value (frequency, period) and fill in the others: it rearranges the formula for you.
