Farad to Picofarad Converter
Convert Farads to Picofarads
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Farads to Picofarads
To convert from farads (F) to picofarads (pF), you multiply the capacitance in farads by 1,000,000,000,000. For more information about farads as a unit of measurement, visit our farads page.
Formula
Picofarads = Farads × 1,000,000,000,000
or
pF = F × 1,000,000,000,000
Examples
- 0.000000000001 F = 0.000000000001 × 1,000,000,000,000 = 1 pF
- 0.00000000001 F = 0.00000000001 × 1,000,000,000,000 = 10 pF
- 0.0000000001 F = 0.0000000001 × 1,000,000,000,000 = 100 pF
- 0.000000001 F = 0.000000001 × 1,000,000,000,000 = 1,000 pF
When to Convert Farads to Picofarads
This conversion is useful when dealing with electronic components, as picofarads are a very common unit for practical capacitors, especially in high-frequency circuits.
Electronics Design
In circuit design, capacitors are typically specified in microfarads, nanofarads, or picofarads, making this conversion essential.
RF Engineering
Radio frequency engineers often work with picofarads when designing and analyzing high-frequency circuits.
Common Farads to Picofarads Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Farads (F) | Picofarads (pF) | Farads (F) | Picofarads (pF) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.000000000001 | 1 | 0.000000001 | 1,000 |
| 0.000000000005 | 5 | 0.000000005 | 5,000 |
| 0.00000000001 | 10 | 0.00000001 | 10,000 |
| 0.00000000005 | 50 | 0.00000005 | 50,000 |
| 0.0000000001 | 100 | 0.0000001 | 100,000 |
| 0.0000000005 | 500 | 0.0000005 | 500,000 |
| 1 | 1,000,000,000,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a farad (F)?
The farad is the SI unit of electrical capacitance, defined as one coulomb per volt. It represents the ability of a body to store an electric charge.
What is a picofarad (pF)?
A picofarad is a unit of capacitance equal to one trillionth (10⁻¹²) of a farad. It is a very small unit, commonly used for capacitors in high-frequency circuits.
How do I convert picofarads to farads?
To convert from picofarads to farads, you divide the capacitance in picofarads by 1,000,000,000,000. For example, 100 pF is equal to 100 / 1,000,000,000,000 = 0.0000000001 F.