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Free Space Path Loss Calculator

Free space path loss in dB from frequency and distance, between two isotropic antennas. Distance in metres, kilometres, feet, or miles.

Free Space Path Loss

Signal attenuation between two isotropic antennas in free space.

Free Space Path Loss (dB)
Frequency
Frequency Unit
Distance
Distance Unit
Free Space Path Loss (dB)
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FSPL = 20·log₁₀(d) + 20·log₁₀(f) − 147.55  |  d in metres, f in Hz
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