Convert Poise to Pa·s
Enter the number of poise that you want to convert to pascal seconds.
How to Convert Poise to Pascal Seconds
The poise and pascal second are both units of viscosity. By definition, 1 pascal second equals exactly 10 poise. This means to convert poise to pascal seconds, you divide by 10.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 P to pascal seconds:
We need to convert poise to pascal seconds
Since 1 Pa·s = 10 P, divide by 10
5 ÷ 10 = 0.5
5 P = 0.5 Pa·s
Poise to Pascal Second Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common poise to pascal second conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Poise (P) | Pascal Seconds (Pa·s) |
|---|---|
| 1 P | 0.1 Pa·s |
| 2 P | 0.2 Pa·s |
| 5 P | 0.5 Pa·s |
| 10 P | 1 Pa·s |
| 15 P | 1.5 Pa·s |
| 20 P | 2 Pa·s |
| 25 P | 2.5 Pa·s |
| 50 P | 5 Pa·s |
| 100 P | 10 Pa·s |
About These Units
Poise (P)
The poise (P) is the CGS unit of dynamic viscosity equal to 0.1 Pa·s or 100 centipoise. Named after Jean Léonard Marie Poiseuille who studied blood flow. Water is 0.01 P, glycerin is ~15 P at 20°C. One poise = 1 g/(cm·s) = 1 dyn·s/cm².
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 poise to pascal seconds?
To convert poise to pascal seconds, divide the value by 10. For example, 10 P = 1 Pa·s.
How many pascal seconds are in 1 poise?
1 poise equals 0.1 pascal seconds.
What is the formula for poise to pascal seconds?
The formula is: Pa·s = P ÷ 10.