Pascal second
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Pascal second Unit Table
A list of units symbol and data.
From Pa·sTo cPAll conversion
1 Pa·s1000 cP
2 Pa·s2000 cP
3 Pa·s3000 cP
4 Pa·s4000 cP
5 Pa·s5000 cP
6 Pa·s6000 cP
7 Pa·s7000 cP
8 Pa·s8000 cP
9 Pa·s9000 cP
10 Pa·s10000 cP
Description

Understanding the Pascal Second (Pa·s)

The Pascal second (Pa·s) is the SI unit of dynamic viscosity, representing the internal resistance of a fluid to flow. It quantifies the force required to move one layer of fluid in relation to another. Specifically, one Pascal second equals one newton-second per square meter (N·s/m²).

This unit is pivotal in engineering and physics, especially when analyzing fluid dynamics in systems where precise viscosity measurements are crucial. For instance, in designing lubrication systems, understanding the fluid's resistance helps in selecting appropriate lubricants to ensure optimal performance.

In practical applications, the Pa·s is often used in conjunction with other units to express viscosity in more manageable terms, such as millipascal-seconds (mPa·s), where 1 Pa·s equals 1000 mPa·s.

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.

Complete list of conversion for Pascal second
Pascal second (Pa·s)

1 Pascal second = 1000 Millipascal second

Convert 2 Pa·s → mPa·s

1 Pascal second = 10 Poise

Convert 2 Pa·s → P

1 Pascal second = 1000 Centipoise

Convert 2 Pa·s → cP

1 Pascal second = 10 Dyne second per square centimeter

Convert 2 Pa·s → dyn·s/cm²

1 Pascal second = 1 Newton second per square meter

Convert 2 Pa·s → N·s/m²

1 Pascal second = 1 Kilogram per meter second

Convert 2 Pa·s → kg/(m·s)

1 Pascal second = 0.020885434660773968 Pound-force second per square foot

Convert 2 Pa·s → lbf·s/ft²

1 Pascal second = 0.0001450376807894691 Pound-force second per square inch

Convert 2 Pa·s → lbf·s/in²

1 Pascal second = 0.0001450376807894691 Reyn

Convert 2 Pa·s → reyn