Convert Microsievert to Rad
Convert microsieverts to rads by entering a value below.
How to Convert Microsieverts to Rads
The microsievert and rad are both units of radiation dose. By definition, 1 rad equals exactly 10000 microsieverts. This means to convert microsieverts to rads, you divide by 10000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 μSv to rads:
We need to convert microsieverts to rads
Since 1 rad = 10000 μSv, divide by 10000
5 ÷ 10000 = 0.0005
5 μSv = 0.0005 rad
Microsievert to Rad Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common microsievert to rad conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Microsieverts (μSv) | Rads (rad) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 μSv | 1e-5 rad |
| 0.5 μSv | 5e-5 rad |
| 1 μSv | 1e-4 rad |
| 2 μSv | 0.0002 rad |
| 5 μSv | 0.0005 rad |
| 10 μSv | 0.001 rad |
| 25 μSv | 0.0025 rad |
| 50 μSv | 0.005 rad |
| 100 μSv | 0.01 rad |
About These Units
Microsievert (μSv)
A microsievert (μSv) equals 0.001 mSv or 0.1 mrem. Common exposures: dental X-ray ~5 μSv, chest X-ray 20 μSv, transatlantic flight 40-80 μSv, banana (K-40) 0.1 μSv. Most radiation meters display μSv/h for environmental monitoring.
Rad (rad)
The rad (Radiation Absorbed Dose) is the traditional unit of absorbed dose. One gray = 100 rads exactly. One rad = 100 ergs/gram = 0.01 J/kg. Still used in US medical and nuclear industries. One rad = one centigray = one rem for gamma/X-rays.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert microsieverts to rads?
To convert microsieverts to rads, divide the value by 10000. For example, 10 μSv = 0.001 rad.
How many rads are in 1 microsievert?
1 microsievert equals 1e-4 rads.
What is the formula for microsieverts to rads?
The formula is: rad = μSv ÷ 10000.