Coulomb to Ampere-Hour Converter
Convert Coulombs to Ampere-Hours
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Coulombs to Ampere-Hours
To convert from coulombs (C) to ampere-hours (Ah), you divide the charge in coulombs by 3,600. For more information about coulombs as a unit of measurement, visit our coulombs page.
Formula
Ampere-Hours = Coulombs / 3,600
or
Ah = C / 3,600
Examples
- 1 C = 1 / 3,600 = 0.000277778 Ah
- 10 C = 10 / 3,600 = 0.00277778 Ah
- 100 C = 100 / 3,600 = 0.0277778 Ah
- 3,600 C = 3,600 / 3,600 = 1 Ah
When to Convert Coulombs to Ampere-Hours
This conversion is useful in electrical engineering and battery technology, as ampere-hours are commonly used to express battery capacity.
Battery Capacity
Battery manufacturers often specify capacity in ampere-hours, so this conversion helps in understanding the total charge stored in coulombs.
Power Systems
In power system design, converting between coulombs and ampere-hours helps in calculating energy storage and discharge rates.
Common Coulombs to Ampere-Hours Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Coulombs (C) | Ampere-Hours (Ah) | Coulombs (C) | Ampere-Hours (Ah) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.000277778 | 1,000 | 0.277778 |
| 10 | 0.00277778 | 2,000 | 0.555556 |
| 100 | 0.0277778 | 3,600 | 1 |
| 500 | 0.138889 | 5,000 | 1.38889 |
| 1,000 | 0.277778 | 10,000 | 2.77778 |
| 2,000 | 0.555556 | 50,000 | 13.8889 |
| 10,000 | 2.77778 | 100,000 | 27.7778 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a coulomb (C)?
The coulomb is the SI unit of electric charge, defined as the amount of charge transported by a constant current of one ampere in one second.
What is an ampere-hour (Ah)?
An ampere-hour is a unit of electric charge, commonly used to express the capacity of batteries. One ampere-hour is equal to 3,600 coulombs.
How do I convert ampere-hours to coulombs?
To convert from ampere-hours to coulombs, you multiply the charge in ampere-hours by 3,600. For example, 1 Ah is equal to 1 * 3,600 = 3,600 C.