Effortlessly convert dynamic viscosity units with the Viscosity – Dynamic Unit Converter. Switch between pascal-seconds (Pa·s), poise (P), centipoise (cP), and more for accurate fluid dynamics and engineering calculations!

Dynamic Viscosity Unit Converter

Dynamic Viscosity Converter

Convert dynamic viscosity values between common units.

* Units: Pa·s, mPa·s, cP, P.

Step 1: Enter Conversion Data

Conversion Formula:
Converted Value = (Input Value × From Factor) ÷ To Factor
(Conversion factors are defined in Pa·s per unit)

Dynamic Viscosity Unit Converter

Popular Dynamic Viscosity Unit Conversions

  • Kilogram-Force Second/Square Meter to Pascal Second
  • Pascal Second to Kilogram-Force Second/Square Meter
  • Newton Second/Square Meter to Pascal Second
  • Pascal Second to Newton Second/Square Meter
  • Pound-Force Second/Square Inch to Pascal Second
  • Pascal Second to Pound-Force Second/Square Inch
  • Poise to Pascal Second
  • Pascal Second to Poise
  • Centipoise to Pascal Second
  • Pascal Second to Centipoise

Complete List of Dynamic Viscosity Units for Conversion

  • Pascal Second [Pa*s]
  • Kilogram-Force Second/Square Meter [kgf*s/m²]
  • Newton Second/Square Meter [N*s/m²]
  • Millinewton Second/Square Meter [mN*s/m²]
  • Dyne Second/Square Centimeter [dyn*s/cm²]
  • Poise [P]
  • Exapoise [EP]
  • Petapoise [PP]
  • Terapoise [TP]
  • Gigapoise [GP]
  • Megapoise [MP]
  • Kilopoise [kP]
  • Hectopoise [hP]
  • Dekapoise [daP]
  • Decipoise [dP]
  • Centipoise [cP]
  • Millipoise [mP]
  • Micropoise [µP]
  • Nanopoise [nP]
  • Picopoise [pP]
  • Femtopoise [fP]
  • Attopoise [aP]
  • Pound-Force Second/Square Inch [lbf*s/in²]
  • Pound-Force Second/Square Foot [lbf*s/ft²]
  • Poundal Second/Square Foot [pdl*s/ft²]
  • Gram/Centimeter/Second [g/cm*s]
  • Slug/Foot/Second [slug*ft/s]
  • Pound/Foot/Second [lb*ft/s]
  • Pound/Foot/Hour [lb/(ft*h)]

Units, Symbols, and Conversion Values

Units, Symbols, and Conversion Values Used in Dynamic Viscosity Conversion to Common Units

Common Unit: Pascal Second [Pa*s]

Convert from Unit Symbol Convert to (Pa*s) Multiply by (Conversion Factor)
Kilogram-Force Second/Square Meter kgf*s/m² Pascal Second 9.80665
Newton Second/Square Meter N*s/m² Pascal Second 1
Millinewton Second/Square Meter mN*s/m² Pascal Second 0.001
Dyne Second/Square Centimeter dyn*s/cm² Pascal Second 0.1
Poise P Pascal Second 0.1
Exapoise EP Pascal Second 1.0E+17
Petapoise PP Pascal Second 1.0E+14
Terapoise TP Pascal Second 1.0E+11
Gigapoise GP Pascal Second 1.0E+8
Megapoise MP Pascal Second 1.0E+5
Kilopoise kP Pascal Second 100
Hectopoise hP Pascal Second 10
Dekapoise daP Pascal Second 1
Decipoise dP Pascal Second 0.01
Centipoise cP Pascal Second 0.001
Millipoise mP Pascal Second 0.0001
Micropoise µP Pascal Second 1.0E-7
Nanopoise nP Pascal Second 1.0E-10
Picopoise pP Pascal Second 1.0E-13
Femtopoise fP Pascal Second 1.0E-16
Attopoise aP Pascal Second 1.0E-19
Pound-Force Second/Square Inch lbf*s/in² Pascal Second 6894.7572931684
Pound-Force Second/Square Foot lbf*s/ft² Pascal Second 47.8802589802
Poundal Second/Square Foot pdl*s/ft² Pascal Second 1.4881639436
Gram/Centimeter/Second g/cm*s Pascal Second 0.1
Slug/Foot/Second slug*ft/s Pascal Second 47.8802589802
Pound/Foot/Second lb*ft/s Pascal Second 1.4881639436
Pound/Foot/Hour lb/(ft*h) Pascal Second 0.0004133789

Units, Symbols, and Conversion Values Used in Dynamic Viscosity Conversion from Common Units

Common Unit: Pascal Second [Pa*s]

Convert to Unit Symbol Convert from (Pa*s) Multiply by (Conversion Factor)
Kilogram-Force Second/Square Meter kgf*s/m² Pascal Second 0.1019716213
Newton Second/Square Meter N*s/m² Pascal Second 1
Millinewton Second/Square Meter mN*s/m² Pascal Second 1000
Dyne Second/Square Centimeter dyn*s/cm² Pascal Second 10
Poise P Pascal Second 10
Exapoise EP Pascal Second 1.0E-17
Petapoise PP Pascal Second 1.0E-14
Terapoise TP Pascal Second 1.0E-11
Gigapoise GP Pascal Second 1.0E-8
Megapoise MP Pascal Second 1.0E-5
Kilopoise kP Pascal Second 0.01
Hectopoise hP Pascal Second 0.1
Dekapoise daP Pascal Second 1
Decipoise dP Pascal Second 100
Centipoise cP Pascal Second 1000
Millipoise mP Pascal Second 10000
Micropoise µP Pascal Second 1.0E+7
Nanopoise nP Pascal Second 1.0E+10
Picopoise pP Pascal Second 1.0E+13
Femtopoise fP Pascal Second 1.0E+16
Attopoise aP Pascal Second 1.0E+19
Pound-Force Second/Square Inch lbf*s/in² Pascal Second 0.0001450377380
Pound-Force Second/Square Foot lbf*s/ft² Pascal Second 0.020863
Poundal Second/Square Foot pdl*s/ft² Pascal Second 0.672939
Gram/Centimeter/Second g/cm*s Pascal Second 10
Slug/Foot/Second slug*ft/s Pascal Second 0.020863
Pound/Foot/Second lb*ft/s Pascal Second 0.672939
Pound/Foot/Hour lb/(ft*h) Pascal Second 2420.963

Conversion Examples

Example 1: Converting Kilogram-Force Second/Square Meter to Pascal Second

Given: 5 kgf*s/m²

Objective: Convert to Pascal Second [Pa*s]

Steps:
  1. Identify the Starting Unit: Kilogram-Force Second/Square Meter (kgf*s/m²)
  2. Find the Conversion Factor:
    • 1 kgf*s/m² = 9.80665 Pa*s
    1 kgf*s/m² = 9.80665 Pa*s
  3. Multiply the Starting Value by the Conversion Factor:
    5 kgf*s/m² × 9.80665 Pa*s/kgf*s/m² = 49.03325 Pa*s

Result: 5 kgf*s/m² = 49.03325 Pa*s

Example 2: Converting Pascal Second to Pound-Force Second/Square Inch

Given: 100 Pa*s

Objective: Convert to Pound-Force Second/Square Inch [lbf*s/in²]

Steps:
  1. Identify the Starting Unit: Pascal Second [Pa*s]
  2. Find the Conversion Factor:
    • 1 Pa*s = 0.0001450377380 lbf*s/in²
    1 Pa*s = 0.0001450377380 lbf*s/in²
  3. Multiply the Starting Value by the Conversion Factor:
    100 Pa*s × 0.0001450377380 lbf*s/in²/Pa*s = 0.0145037738 lbf*s/in²

Result: 100 Pa*s = 0.0145037738 lbf*s/in²


Practical Tips for Unit Conversion

  • Use Precise Conversion Factors: Ensure accuracy by using exact conversion factors, especially in scientific and engineering 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 dynamic viscosity 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 Unit Prefixes:
    • Solution: Pay attention to unit prefixes (e.g., kilo-, centi-, milli-) as they significantly 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 Pa*s, kgf*s/m², lbf*s/in², etc., to avoid mixing them up.
  6. Assuming Non-Standard Units are Equivalent:
    • Solution: Verify the equivalence of less common units before performing conversions.