Convert Millifarad to Picofarad
Convert millifarads to picofarads by entering a value below.
How to Convert Millifarads to Picofarads
The millifarad and picofarad are both units of capacitance. By definition, 1 millifarad equals exactly 1e18 picofarads. This means to convert millifarads to picofarads, you multiply by 1e18.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 mF to picofarads:
We need to convert millifarads to picofarads
Since 1 mF = 1e18 pF, multiply by 1e18
5 × 1e18 = 5e18
5 mF = 5e18 pF
Millifarad to Picofarad Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common millifarad to picofarad conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Millifarads (mF) | Picofarads (pF) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 mF | 1e17 pF |
| 0.5 mF | 5e17 pF |
| 1 mF | 1e18 pF |
| 2 mF | 2e18 pF |
| 5 mF | 5e18 pF |
| 10 mF | 1e19 pF |
| 25 mF | 2.5e19 pF |
| 50 mF | 5e19 pF |
| 100 mF | 1e20 pF |
About These Units
Millifarad (mF)
A millifarad (mF) equals 0.001 farads or 1,000 microfarads. Found in large electrolytic capacitors for power supplies, audio equipment, and motor start capacitors. Supercapacitors range from 0.1 to 5,000+ mF. Also written as 1000 µF.
Picofarad (pF)
A picofarad (pF) equals 10⁻¹² farads or 0.001 nanofarads. Used in RF circuits, tuning capacitors (5-500 pF), oscillator circuits, and high-frequency applications. Ceramic capacitors are commonly rated in pF. Variable capacitors for radio tuning use pF.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert millifarads to picofarads?
To convert millifarads to picofarads, multiply the value by 1e18. For example, 10 mF = 1e19 pF.
How many picofarads are in 1 millifarad?
1 millifarad equals 1e18 picofarads.
What is the formula for millifarads to picofarads?
The formula is: pF = mF × 1e18.