Measuring Current with a Shunt in Series Circuits
A shunt, acting as a resistor, is used in series circuits to measure current flow without interrupting the circuit. By measuring the voltage drop across the shunt in millivolts, the current can be calculated based on the shunt's resistance. Various shunt types are discussed, from smaller shunts for low-amp systems like galvanic anodes to larger shunts designed for high-amp rectifier systems. The flow of current through resistors and shunts is explained, including how different shunt sizes handle different amp capacities.