Poise
Enter a value and select units to convert.
Switch mPa·s to P
Poise Unit Table
A list of units symbol and data.
From PTo mPa·sAll conversion
1 P100 mPa·s
2 P200 mPa·s
3 P300.00000000000006 mPa·s
4 P400 mPa·s
5 P500 mPa·s
6 P600.0000000000001 mPa·s
7 P700 mPa·s
8 P800 mPa·s
9 P900 mPa·s
10 P1000 mPa·s
Description

The Poise (P): A CGS Unit of Dynamic Viscosity

The Poise (P) is a unit of dynamic viscosity in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, named after French physician Jean Léonard Marie Poiseuille. It measures the resistance of a fluid to flow, defined as one dyne-second per square centimeter.

In SI units, 1 Poise equals 0.1 Pascal seconds (Pa·s). While the Poise is less commonly used today, it remains relevant in specific scientific contexts, particularly in rheology and fluid mechanics studies.

Understanding the Poise is essential for professionals dealing with legacy data or working in fields where CGS units are still prevalent, ensuring accurate interpretation and application of viscosity measurements.

Exploring the Millipascal Second (mPa·s)

The Millipascal second (mPa·s) is a subunit of the Pascal second, commonly used to express dynamic viscosity in more practical terms. It is equivalent to one-thousandth of a Pascal second, making it suitable for measuring the viscosity of fluids like water and light oils.

For example, water at 20°C has a viscosity of approximately 1 mPa·s, highlighting the unit's relevance in everyday applications. The mPa·s is widely used in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food processing, and petrochemicals, where precise viscosity measurements are essential for quality control and product consistency.

Understanding and utilizing the mPa·s allows professionals to assess fluid behavior accurately, ensuring optimal performance in various processes and applications.

Complete list of conversion for Poise
Poise (P)

1 Poise = 0.1 Pascal second

Convert 2 P → Pa·s

1 Poise = 100 Millipascal second

Convert 2 P → mPa·s

1 Poise = 100 Centipoise

Convert 2 P → cP

1 Poise = 1 Dyne second per square centimeter

Convert 2 P → dyn·s/cm²

1 Poise = 0.1 Newton second per square meter

Convert 2 P → N·s/m²

1 Poise = 0.1 Kilogram per meter second

Convert 2 P → kg/(m·s)

1 Poise = 0.0020885434660773967 Pound-force second per square foot

Convert 2 P → lbf·s/ft²

1 Poise = 0.00001450376807894691 Pound-force second per square inch

Convert 2 P → lbf·s/in²

1 Poise = 0.00001450376807894691 Reyn

Convert 2 P → reyn