Astronomical Unit to Parsec Converter
Convert Astronomical Units to Parsecs
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Astronomical Units to Parsecs
To convert from astronomical units (AU) to parsecs (pc), you divide the distance in astronomical units by 206,265. For more information about astronomical units as a unit of measurement, visit our astronomical units page.
Formula
Parsecs = Astronomical Units / 206,265
or
pc = AU / 206,265
Step-by-step process
- Take the distance in astronomical units.
- Divide it by 206,265.
- The result is the equivalent distance in parsecs.
Examples
- 1 AU = 1 / 206,265 = 0.000004848 pc
- 10 AU = 10 / 206,265 = 0.00004848 pc
- 100 AU = 100 / 206,265 = 0.0004848 pc
- 206,265 AU = 206,265 / 206,265 = 1 pc
When to Convert Astronomical Units to Parsecs
This conversion is useful when discussing distances in the vastness of space, especially for interstellar distances.
Astronomy
Parsecs are commonly used by astronomers to measure distances to stars and galaxies, as astronomical units become too small for such vast scales.
Cosmology
In cosmology, parsecs are a fundamental unit for understanding the scale of the universe and the distances to distant celestial objects.
Common Astronomical Units to Parsecs Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Astronomical Units (AU) | Parsecs (pc) | Astronomical Units (AU) | Parsecs (pc) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.000004848 | 100,000 | 0.4848 |
| 10 | 0.00004848 | 200,000 | 0.9696 |
| 100 | 0.0004848 | 206,265 | 1 |
| 1,000 | 0.004848 | 500,000 | 2.424 |
| 10,000 | 0.04848 | 1,000,000 | 4.848 |
| 50,000 | 0.2424 | 5,000,000 | 24.24 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an astronomical unit (AU)?
An astronomical unit (AU) is a unit of length, roughly the distance from Earth to the Sun. It is defined as 149,597,870,700 meters.
What is a parsec (pc)?
A parsec is a unit of length used to measure large distances to astronomical objects outside the Solar System. One parsec is approximately 3.26 light-years or 206,265 astronomical units.
How do I convert parsecs to astronomical units?
To convert from parsecs to astronomical units, you multiply the distance in parsecs by 206,265. For example, 0.0001 pc is equal to 0.0001 * 206,265 = 20.6265 AU.