Milliampere to Abampere Converter
Convert Milliamperes to Abamperes
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How to Convert Milliamperes to Abamperes
Converting milliamperes to abamperes involves dividing the number of milliamperes by 10,000. This is because 1 abampere is equal to 10 amperes, and 1 ampere is 1,000 milliamperes.
Formula
Abamperes = Milliamperes ÷ 10,000
or
abA = mA ÷ 10,000
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in milliamperes
- Divide that number by 10,000
- The result is the equivalent current in abamperes
Examples
- 5,000 milliamperes = 5,000 ÷ 10,000 = 0.5 abamperes
- 20,000 milliamperes = 20,000 ÷ 10,000 = 2 abamperes
- 100,000 milliamperes = 100,000 ÷ 10,000 = 10 abamperes
When to Convert Milliamperes to Abamperes
This conversion is primarily used in physics and engineering contexts where the abampere unit is employed, particularly in relation to magnetism and electromagnetic fields in the CGS system of units.
Common Milliamperes to Abamperes Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Milliamperes (mA) | Abamperes (abA) | Milliamperes (mA) | Abamperes (abA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0.01 | 20,000 | 2 |
| 500 | 0.05 | 50,000 | 5 |
| 1,000 | 0.1 | 100,000 | 10 |
| 5,000 | 0.5 | 250,000 | 25 |
| 10,000 | 1 | 500,000 | 50 |
Other conversions from milliamperes
Milliamperes can be converted to various other units of electric current. Here are some common conversions:
- Ampere (A) - 1 mA = 0.001 A
- Microampere (µA) - 1 mA = 1,000 µA
- Biot (Bi) - 1 mA = 0.0001 Bi
Other conversions to abamperes
Various units can be converted to abamperes. Here are some common conversions:
- Ampere (A) - 1 A = 0.1 abA
- Microampere (µA) - 1 µA = 0.0000001 abA
- Biot (Bi) - 1 Bi = 1 abA
Frequently Asked Questions
How many milliamperes are in an abampere?
There are 10,000 milliamperes in one abampere.
What is an abampere?
The abampere (abA) is the unit of electric current in the CGS-EMU (centimeter-gram-second electromagnetic) system of units. It is equal to 10 amperes.