Centipoise
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Centipoise Unit Table
A list of units symbol and data.
From cPTo kg/(m·s)All conversion
1 cP0.001 kg/(m·s)
2 cP0.002 kg/(m·s)
3 cP0.003 kg/(m·s)
4 cP0.004 kg/(m·s)
5 cP0.005 kg/(m·s)
6 cP0.006 kg/(m·s)
7 cP0.007 kg/(m·s)
8 cP0.008 kg/(m·s)
9 cP0.009000000000000001 kg/(m·s)
10 cP0.01 kg/(m·s)
Description

Centipoise (cP): A Practical Unit for Viscosity Measurement

The Centipoise (cP) is a subunit of the Poise, widely used to express dynamic viscosity in practical applications. One centipoise equals one-hundredth of a Poise or 0.001 Pascal seconds (Pa·s).

This unit is particularly useful because the viscosity of water at 20°C is approximately 1 cP, providing a convenient reference point. Industries such as food processing, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals frequently use the centipoise to measure and control the viscosity of products, ensuring consistency and quality.

Employing the centipoise allows for precise and accessible viscosity measurements, facilitating better control over product formulation and processing conditions.

Kilogram per Meter Second (kg/(m·s)): A Fundamental SI Unit of Viscosity

The Kilogram per meter second (kg/(m·s)) is a fundamental SI unit of dynamic viscosity, representing the force in kilograms required to move a fluid layer over another with a velocity gradient of one meter per second across a one-meter gap.

This unit is integral in scientific and engineering calculations involving fluid flow, heat transfer, and material processing. It provides a direct measure of a fluid's resistance to deformation, crucial for designing systems where fluid behavior impacts performance.

Employing kg/(m·s) in calculations ensures consistency and accuracy in modeling and analyzing fluid dynamics across various applications.

Complete list of conversion for Centipoise
Centipoise (cP)

1 Centipoise = 0.001 Pascal second

Convert 2 cP → Pa·s

1 Centipoise = 1 Millipascal second

Convert 2 cP → mPa·s

1 Centipoise = 0.01 Poise

Convert 2 cP → P

1 Centipoise = 0.01 Dyne second per square centimeter

Convert 2 cP → dyn·s/cm²

1 Centipoise = 0.001 Newton second per square meter

Convert 2 cP → N·s/m²

1 Centipoise = 0.001 Kilogram per meter second

Convert 2 cP → kg/(m·s)

1 Centipoise = 0.000020885434660773968 Pound-force second per square foot

Convert 2 cP → lbf·s/ft²

1 Centipoise = 1.450376807894691e-7 Pound-force second per square inch

Convert 2 cP → lbf·s/in²

1 Centipoise = 1.450376807894691e-7 Reyn

Convert 2 cP → reyn