Online String Tension Calculator

[Elantric-fgn]

http://www.mcdonaldstrings.com/stringxxiii.html

[Zipidy-fgn]

Thanks Elantric. A couple of questions:

Why is the low E string under less tension than the A string? I'd have thought it would be linear according to gauge.

Also, how does total tension relate to truss rod tension - should they be equal?

[Elantric-fgn]

http://www.daddariostrings.com/Resources/JDCDAD/images/tension_chart.pdf

http://liutaiomottola.com/formulae/tension.htm

Lutherie Myth/Science:
Human Perception of String Tension and Compliance in Stringed Musical Instruments

http://liutaiomottola.com/myth/perception.htm