Convert Centipoise to Pa·s
Enter the number of centipoise that you want to convert to pascal seconds.
How to Convert Centipoise to Pascal Seconds
The centipoise and pascal second are both units of viscosity. By definition, 1 pascal second equals exactly 1000 centipoise. This means to convert centipoise to pascal seconds, you divide by 1000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 cP to pascal seconds:
We need to convert centipoise to pascal seconds
Since 1 Pa·s = 1000 cP, divide by 1000
5 ÷ 1000 = 0.005
5 cP = 0.005 Pa·s
Centipoise to Pascal Second Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common centipoise to pascal second conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Centipoise (cP) | Pascal Seconds (Pa·s) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 cP | 0.0001 Pa·s |
| 0.5 cP | 0.0005 Pa·s |
| 1 cP | 0.001 Pa·s |
| 2 cP | 0.002 Pa·s |
| 5 cP | 0.005 Pa·s |
| 10 cP | 0.01 Pa·s |
| 25 cP | 0.025 Pa·s |
| 50 cP | 0.05 Pa·s |
| 100 cP | 0.1 Pa·s |
About These Units
Centipoise (cP)
The centipoise (cP) is the most widely used viscosity unit, equal to 0.01 poise or 1 mPa·s. Water at 20°C = 1 cP (reference point). Common fluids: milk 3 cP, SAE 10W motor oil 100 cP, honey 2,000-10,000 cP, ketchup 50,000-100,000 cP, peanut butter 250,000 cP.
Pascal Second (Pa·s)
The Pascal second (Pa·s) is the SI unit of dynamic (absolute) viscosity—a fluid's resistance to shear flow. Water at 20°C: 0.001 Pa·s, motor oil: 0.1-0.3 Pa·s, honey: 2-10 Pa·s, molten glass: 10-1000 Pa·s. Formula: τ = η × (dv/dy). One Pa·s = 10 poise = 1000 centipoise.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert centipoise to pascal seconds?
To convert centipoise to pascal seconds, divide the value by 1000. For example, 10 cP = 0.01 Pa·s.
How many pascal seconds are in 1 centipoise?
1 centipoise equals 0.001 pascal seconds.
What is the formula for centipoise to pascal seconds?
The formula is: Pa·s = cP ÷ 1000.