Viscosity – Kinematic Unit Converter

Easily convert kinematic viscosity units with the Viscosity – Kinematic Unit Converter. Switch between square meters per second (m²/s), stokes (St), centistokes (cSt), and more for precise fluid flow and engineering calculations!

Kinematic Viscosity Unit Converter

Kinematic Viscosity Converter

Convert kinematic viscosity values between m²/s, Stokes, and Centistokes.

* Enter your value and choose the units.

Step 1: Enter Conversion Data

Conversion Formula:
Converted Value = (Input Value × (From Factor)) ÷ (To Factor)
(Conversion factors are defined in m²/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 UnitSymbolConvert to (Pa*s)Multiply by (Conversion Factor)
Kilogram-Force Second/Square Meterkgf*s/m²Pascal Second9.80665
Newton Second/Square MeterN*s/m²Pascal Second1
Millinewton Second/Square MetermN*s/m²Pascal Second0.001
Dyne Second/Square Centimeterdyn*s/cm²Pascal Second0.1
PoisePPascal Second0.1
ExapoiseEPPascal Second1.0E+17
PetapoisePPPascal Second1.0E+14
TerapoiseTPPascal Second1.0E+11
GigapoiseGPPascal Second1.0E+8
MegapoiseMPPascal Second1.0E+5
KilopoisekPPascal Second100
HectopoisehPPascal Second10
DekapoisedaPPascal Second1
DecipoisedPPascal Second0.01
CentipoisecPPascal Second0.001
MillipoisemPPascal Second0.0001
MicropoiseµPPascal Second1.0E-7
NanopoisenPPascal Second1.0E-10
PicopoisepPPascal Second1.0E-13
FemtopoisefPPascal Second1.0E-16
AttopoiseaPPascal Second1.0E-19
Pound-Force Second/Square Inchlbf*s/in²Pascal Second6894.7572931684
Pound-Force Second/Square Footlbf*s/ft²Pascal Second47.8802589802
Poundal Second/Square Footpdl*s/ft²Pascal Second1.4881639436
Gram/Centimeter/Secondg/cm*sPascal Second0.1
Slug/Foot/Secondslug*ft/sPascal Second47.8802589802
Pound/Foot/Secondlb*ft/sPascal Second1.4881639436
Pound/Foot/Hourlb/(ft*h)Pascal Second0.0004133789

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

Common Unit: Pascal Second [Pa*s]

Convert to UnitSymbolConvert from (Pa*s)Multiply by (Conversion Factor)
Kilogram-Force Second/Square Meterkgf*s/m²Pascal Second0.1019716213
Newton Second/Square MeterN*s/m²Pascal Second1
Millinewton Second/Square MetermN*s/m²Pascal Second1000
Dyne Second/Square Centimeterdyn*s/cm²Pascal Second10
PoisePPascal Second10
ExapoiseEPPascal Second1.0E-17
PetapoisePPPascal Second1.0E-14
TerapoiseTPPascal Second1.0E-11
GigapoiseGPPascal Second1.0E-8
MegapoiseMPPascal Second1.0E-5
KilopoisekPPascal Second0.01
HectopoisehPPascal Second0.1
DekapoisedaPPascal Second1
DecipoisedPPascal Second100
CentipoisecPPascal Second1000
MillipoisemPPascal Second10000
MicropoiseµPPascal Second1.0E+7
NanopoisenPPascal Second1.0E+10
PicopoisepPPascal Second1.0E+13
FemtopoisefPPascal Second1.0E+16
AttopoiseaPPascal Second1.0E+19
Pound-Force Second/Square Inchlbf*s/in²Pascal Second0.0001450377380
Pound-Force Second/Square Footlbf*s/ft²Pascal Second0.020863
Poundal Second/Square Footpdl*s/ft²Pascal Second0.672939
Gram/Centimeter/Secondg/cm*sPascal Second10
Slug/Foot/Secondslug*ft/sPascal Second0.020863
Pound/Foot/Secondlb*ft/sPascal Second0.672939
Pound/Foot/Hourlb/(ft*h)Pascal Second2420.963

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.