Centipoises to Centistokes Converter
Convert Centipoises to Centistokes
Quick Conversions (assuming density of 1 g/cm³)
How to Convert Centipoises to Centistokes
Converting centipoises (cP) to centistokes (cSt) involves converting dynamic viscosity to kinematic viscosity. This conversion requires knowing the density of the fluid, as kinematic viscosity is dynamic viscosity divided by density.
Formula
Centistokes = Centipoises / Density (g/cm³)
or
cSt = cP / ρ
Where ρ is the density in grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³).
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in centipoises
- Determine the density of the fluid in g/cm³
- Divide the centipoises value by the density
- The result is the equivalent amount in centistokes
Examples (assuming density of 1 g/cm³)
- 1 cP = 1 cSt
- 10 cP = 10 cSt
- 0.5 cP = 0.5 cSt
When to Convert Centipoises to Centistokes
This conversion is crucial in industries such as petroleum, chemical, and pharmaceutical, where fluid properties are often expressed in kinematic viscosity, but measurements might be taken in dynamic viscosity.
Common Centipoises to Centistokes Conversions (assuming density of 1 g/cm³)
Here is a table of common centipoise to centistoke conversions for quick reference:
| Centipoises (cP) | Centistokes (cSt) | Centipoises (cP) | Centistokes (cSt) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 100 | 100 |
| 2 | 2 | 200 | 200 |
| 5 | 5 | 500 | 500 |
| 10 | 10 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many centistokes are in a centipoise?
The conversion from centipoise to centistokes depends on the fluid's density. If the density is 1 g/cm³ (like water), then 1 centipoise equals 1 centistoke.
Why is density important for this conversion?
Centipoise is a unit of dynamic viscosity, while centistokes is a unit of kinematic viscosity. Kinematic viscosity is derived by dividing dynamic viscosity by the fluid's density. Therefore, density is essential for accurate conversion.