Centistokes to Pascal's Second Converter
Convert Centistokes to Pascal's Second
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How to Convert Centistokes to Pascal's Second
Converting centistokes (cSt) to pascal's second (Pa·s) requires considering the density of the fluid, as centistokes are a unit of kinematic viscosity and pascal's second is a unit of dynamic viscosity. However, for a fluid with a density of 1 g/cm³ (like water), the conversion is more direct.
For more information about centistokes as a unit of measurement, visit our centistokes page.
Formula (for fluid with density of 1 g/cm³)
Pascal's Second = Centistokes ÷ 1,000
or
Pa·s = cSt ÷ 1,000
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in centistokes
- Divide that number by 1,000
- The result is the equivalent viscosity in pascal's second (for a fluid with a density of 1 g/cm³).
Examples
- 100 cSt = 100 ÷ 1,000 = 0.1 Pa·s
- 500 cSt = 500 ÷ 1,000 = 0.5 Pa·s
- 1,000 cSt = 1,000 ÷ 1,000 = 1 Pa·s
- 5,000 cSt = 5,000 ÷ 1,000 = 5 Pa·s
When to Convert Centistokes to Pascal's Second
This conversion is useful when you need to switch between kinematic and dynamic viscosity measurements, especially in fields like fluid dynamics and engineering.
Common Centistokes to Pascal's Second Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference (assuming a density of 1 g/cm³):
| Centistokes (cSt) | Pascal's Second (Pa·s) | Centistokes (cSt) | Pascal's Second (Pa·s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.001 | 250 | 0.25 |
| 5 | 0.005 | 500 | 0.5 |
| 10 | 0.01 | 1000 | 1 |
| 25 | 0.025 | 2000 | 2 |
| 50 | 0.05 | 5000 | 5 |
| 100 | 0.1 | 10000 | 10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you convert centistokes to pascal's second?
To convert centistokes (cSt) to pascal's second (Pa·s), you generally need to know the density of the fluid. The formula is: Pa·s = (cSt * density) / 1000. For fluids with a density of 1 g/cm³, you can simply divide the centistokes value by 1,000.
What is the difference between kinematic and dynamic viscosity?
Kinematic viscosity (measured in centistokes) is the ratio of dynamic viscosity to density. Dynamic viscosity (measured in pascal's second) is the measure of a fluid's internal resistance to flow.