Immittance

nounStandard termElectronics

A combined term representing either the impedance or admittance of an electrical network.

Immittance is a mathematical convenience used in circuit analysis to describe how a network restricts or allows alternating current flow. It allows engineers to write generalized equations and use tools like the Smith chart without specifying whether they are working with impedance or admittance.

Heard on the job

Plot the immittance on the Smith chart to find the matching network values.