Convert Picocoulomb to EMU of Charge
Type the number of picocoulombs that you wish to convert to emu.
How to Convert Picocoulombs to EMU
The picocoulomb and emu of charge are both units of electric charge. By definition, 1 emu of charge equals exactly 1e13 picocoulombs. This means to convert picocoulombs to emu, you divide by 1e13.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 pC to emu:
We need to convert picocoulombs to emu
Since 1 emu = 1e13 pC, divide by 1e13
5 ÷ 1e13 = 5e-13
5 pC = 5e-13 emu
Picocoulomb to EMU of Charge Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common picocoulomb to emu of charge conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Picocoulombs (pC) | EMU (emu) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 pC | 1e-14 emu |
| 0.5 pC | 5e-14 emu |
| 1 pC | 1e-13 emu |
| 2 pC | 2e-13 emu |
| 5 pC | 5e-13 emu |
| 10 pC | 1e-12 emu |
| 25 pC | 2.5e-12 emu |
| 50 pC | 5e-12 emu |
| 100 pC | 1e-11 emu |
About These Units
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.
EMU of Charge (emu)
The EMU (electromagnetic unit) of charge is identical to the abcoulomb, equal to exactly 10 coulombs. Part of the CGS electromagnetic system. One coulomb equals 0.1 EMU. Rarely used in modern applications; SI units preferred.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert picocoulombs to emu?
To convert picocoulombs to emu, divide the value by 1e13. For example, 10 pC = 1e-12 emu.
How many emu are in 1 picocoulomb?
1 picocoulomb equals 1e-13 emu.
What is the formula for picocoulombs to emu?
The formula is: emu = pC ÷ 1e13.