Convert Abcoulomb to Picocoulomb
Type the number of abcoulombs that you wish to convert to picocoulombs.
How to Convert Abcoulombs to Picocoulombs
The abcoulomb and picocoulomb are both units of electric charge. By definition, 1 abcoulomb equals exactly 1e13 picocoulombs. This means to convert abcoulombs to picocoulombs, you multiply by 1e13.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 abC to picocoulombs:
We need to convert abcoulombs to picocoulombs
Since 1 abC = 1e13 pC, multiply by 1e13
5 × 1e13 = 5e13
5 abC = 5e13 pC
Abcoulomb to Picocoulomb Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common abcoulomb to picocoulomb conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Abcoulombs (abC) | Picocoulombs (pC) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 abC | 1e12 pC |
| 0.5 abC | 5e12 pC |
| 1 abC | 1e13 pC |
| 2 abC | 2e13 pC |
| 5 abC | 5e13 pC |
| 10 abC | 1e14 pC |
| 25 abC | 2.5e14 pC |
| 50 abC | 5e14 pC |
| 100 abC | 1e15 pC |
About These Units
Abcoulomb (abC)
An abcoulomb (abC) is the CGS electromagnetic unit of charge equal to exactly 10 coulombs. Defined as the charge that exerts a force of 2 dynes on an equal charge 1 cm away. Also called the electromagnetic unit (EMU) of charge. Rarely used today.
Picocoulomb (pC)
A picocoulomb (pC) equals 10⁻¹² coulombs. Used in radiation detectors (scintillators produce ~1 pC per gamma ray), piezoelectric accelerometers, and charge-sensitive amplifiers. Typical photodiode currents generate picocoulombs per pulse.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert abcoulombs to picocoulombs?
To convert abcoulombs to picocoulombs, multiply the value by 1e13. For example, 10 abC = 1e14 pC.
How many picocoulombs are in 1 abcoulomb?
1 abcoulomb equals 1e13 picocoulombs.
What is the formula for abcoulombs to picocoulombs?
The formula is: pC = abC × 1e13.