I2C Pull-up Resistor Calculator

Calculate optimal pull-up resistor values for I2C bus based on speed and capacitance.

I2C Bus Parameters

Typical: 10-20pF per device + trace capacitance

Recommended Resistor

1.8k Ohms
Standard

Resistance Range

Minimum (Vol/Iol)133 Ohms
Maximum (Rise Time)3541 Ohms
Calculated Optimal1837 Ohms

Bus Performance

Rise Time153 ns
Static Current (per line)1.61 mA
Total Static Current3.22 mA
Max Bus Capacitance197 pF
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Formula Source: Standard Mathematical References

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🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.