Convert pF to nF
Input the number of picofarads you want to convert to nanofarads.
How to Convert Picofarads to Nanofarads
The picofarad and nanofarad are both units of capacitance. By definition, 1 nanofarad equals exactly 1000 picofarads. This means to convert picofarads to nanofarads, you divide by 1000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 pF to nanofarads:
We need to convert picofarads to nanofarads
Since 1 nF = 1000 pF, divide by 1000
5 ÷ 1000 = 0.005
5 pF = 0.005 nF
Picofarad to Nanofarad Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common picofarad to nanofarad conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Picofarads (pF) | Nanofarads (nF) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 pF | 1e-4 nF |
| 0.5 pF | 0.0005 nF |
| 1 pF | 0.001 nF |
| 2 pF | 0.002 nF |
| 5 pF | 0.005 nF |
| 10 pF | 0.01 nF |
| 25 pF | 0.025 nF |
| 50 pF | 0.05 nF |
| 100 pF | 0.1 nF |
About These Units
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.
Nanofarad (nF)
A nanofarad (nF) equals 10⁻⁹ farads, 1,000 picofarads, or 0.001 microfarads. Common for ceramic disc capacitors (1-100 nF), film capacitors, and timing circuits. Bypass capacitors often use 100 nF (0.1 μF). One nF = 1000 pF.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert picofarads to nanofarads?
To convert picofarads to nanofarads, divide the value by 1000. For example, 10 pF = 0.01 nF.
How many nanofarads are in 1 picofarad?
1 picofarad equals 0.001 nanofarads.
What is the formula for picofarads to nanofarads?
The formula is: nF = pF ÷ 1000.