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Effortlessly convert radiation units with the Radiation Unit Converter. Switch between sieverts (Sv), rem, grays (Gy), rads, and more for accurate measurements in health physics, radiology, and scientific applications!

Radiation (Irradiance) Converter

Radiation (Irradiance) Converter

Convert irradiance values between common units.

* Units: W/m², mW/m², W/cm², mW/cm², μW/cm².

Step 1: Enter Conversion Data

Conversion Result

Converted Value:

Conversion Formula:
Converted Value = (Input Value × (From Factor)) ÷ (To Factor)
(Conversion factors are defined in W/m² per unit)

Radiation Unit Converter

Radiation Unit Converter

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Radiation Converter


Complete List of Radiation Units for Conversion

  • Gray/Second [Gy/s]
  • Exagray/Second [EGy/s]
  • Petagray/Second [PGy/s]
  • Teragray/Second [TGy/s]
  • Gigagray/Second [GGy/s]
  • Megagray/Second [MGy/s]
  • Kilogray/Second [kGy/s]
  • Hectogray/Second [hGy/s]
  • Dekagray/Second [daGy/s]
  • Decigray/Second [dGy/s]
  • Centigray/Second [cGy/s]
  • Milligray/Second [mGy/s]
  • Microgray/Second [µGy/s]
  • Nanogray/Second [nGy/s]
  • Picogray/Second [pGy/s]
  • Femtogray/Second [fGy/s]
  • Attogray/Second [aGy/s]
  • Rad/Second [rd/s, rad/s]
  • Joule/Kilogram/Second [J/kg/s]
  • Watt/Kilogram [W/kg]
  • Sievert/Second [Sv/s]
  • Rem/Second [rem/s]

Units, Symbols, and Conversion Values

Units, Symbols, and Conversion Values Used in Radiation Conversion to Common Units

Common Unit: Gray/Second (Gy/s)

Convert from UnitSymbolConvert to (Gy/s)Multiply by (Conversion Factor)
Exagray/SecondEGy/sGray/Second1.0E+18
Petagray/SecondPGy/sGray/Second1.0E+15
Teragray/SecondTGy/sGray/Second1.0E+12
Gigagray/SecondGGy/sGray/Second1.0E+9
Megagray/SecondMGy/sGray/Second1.0E+6
Kilogray/SecondkGy/sGray/Second1.0E+3
Hectogray/SecondhGy/sGray/Second100
Dekagray/SeconddaGy/sGray/Second10
Decigray/SeconddGy/sGray/Second0.1
Centigray/SecondcGy/sGray/Second0.01
Milligray/SecondmGy/sGray/Second0.001
Microgray/SecondµGy/sGray/Second1.0E-6
Nanogray/SecondnGy/sGray/Second1.0E-9
Picogray/SecondpGy/sGray/Second1.0E-12
Femtogray/SecondfGy/sGray/Second1.0E-15
Attogray/SecondaGy/sGray/Second1.0E-18
Rad/Secondrd/s, rad/sGray/Second0.01
Joule/Kilogram/SecondJ/kg/sGray/Second1
Watt/KilogramW/kgGray/Second1
Sievert/SecondSv/sGray/Second1
Rem/Secondrem/sGray/Second0.01

Units, Symbols, and Conversion Values Used in Radiation Conversion from Common Units

Common Unit: Gray/Second (Gy/s)

Convert to UnitSymbolConvert from (Gy/s)Multiply by (Conversion Factor)
Exagray/SecondEGy/sGray/Second1.0E-18
Petagray/SecondPGy/sGray/Second1.0E-15
Teragray/SecondTGy/sGray/Second1.0E-12
Gigagray/SecondGGy/sGray/Second1.0E-9
Megagray/SecondMGy/sGray/Second1.0E-6
Kilogray/SecondkGy/sGray/Second1.0E-3
Hectogray/SecondhGy/sGray/Second0.01
Dekagray/SeconddaGy/sGray/Second0.1
Decigray/SeconddGy/sGray/Second10
Centigray/SecondcGy/sGray/Second100
Milligray/SecondmGy/sGray/Second1000
Microgray/SecondµGy/sGray/Second1.0E+6
Nanogray/SecondnGy/sGray/Second1.0E+9
Picogray/SecondpGy/sGray/Second1.0E+12
Femtogray/SecondfGy/sGray/Second1.0E+15
Attogray/SecondaGy/sGray/Second1.0E+18
Rad/Secondrd/s, rad/sGray/Second100
Joule/Kilogram/SecondJ/kg/sGray/Second1
Watt/KilogramW/kgGray/Second1
Sievert/SecondSv/sGray/Second1
Rem/Secondrem/sGray/Second100

Conversion Examples

Example 1: Converting Exagray/Second to Gray/Second

Given: 2 EGy/s

Objective: Convert to Gray/Second (Gy/s)

Steps:
  1. Identify the Starting Unit: Exagray per Second (EGy/s)
  2. Find the Conversion Factor:
    • 1 EGy/s = 1.0E+18 Gy/s
    1 EGy/s = 1.0E+18 Gy/s
  3. Multiply the Starting Value by the Conversion Factor:
    2 EGy/s × 1.0E+18 Gy/s/EGy/s = 2.0E+18 Gy/s

Result: 2 EGy/s = 2.0E+18 Gy/s

Example 2: Converting Gray/Second to Exagray/Second

Given: 5.0E+17 Gy/s

Objective: Convert to Exagray/Second (EGy/s)

Steps:
  1. Identify the Starting Unit: Gray per Second (Gy/s)
  2. Find the Conversion Factor:
    • 1 EGy/s = 1.0E+18 Gy/s
    • Thus, 1 Gy/s = 1.0E-18 EGy/s
    1 Gy/s = 1.0E-18 EGy/s
  3. Multiply the Starting Value by the Conversion Factor:
    5.0E+17 Gy/s × 1.0E-18 EGy/s/Gy/s = 0.5 EGy/s

Result: 5.0E+17 Gy/s = 0.5 EGy/s


Practical Tips for Unit Conversion

  • Use Precise Conversion Factors: Ensure accuracy by using exact conversion factors, especially in scientific calculations.
  • Maintain Consistent Units: When performing calculations involving multiple units, ensure all units are appropriately converted to maintain consistency.
  • Understand the Relationship Between Units: Familiarize yourself with how different radiation units relate to each other, particularly between SI and non-SI systems.
  • Reference Reliable Sources: Always verify conversion factors using trusted references or official standards.
  • Utilize Technology: Leverage calculators or software tools to handle complex conversions and minimize manual errors.
  • Practice with Examples: Reinforce your understanding by working through various conversion scenarios.

Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

  1. Incorrect Conversion Factors:
    • Solution: Always cross-check conversion factors with reliable sources before performing calculations.
  2. Misalignment of Units:
    • Solution: Ensure that numerator and denominator units are consistently converted to maintain dimensional integrity.
  3. Ignoring Temperature Dependencies:
    • Solution: Pay attention to any temperature-specific conditions that may affect conversion factors.
  4. Rounding Errors:
    • Solution: Carry sufficient decimal places during intermediate steps and round only the final result as needed.
  5. Confusing Similar Units:
    • Solution: Clearly distinguish between units such as Gy/s, EGy/s, PGy/s, etc., to avoid mixing them up.
  6. Assuming Non-Standard Units are Equivalent:
    • Solution: Verify the equivalence of less common units before performing conversions.

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