This article, based on the 9th edition of The International System of Units released in 2019, will primarily discuss how to convert nanofarads (nF) to picofarads (pF), and provide a convenient conversion calculator. We will start with the basic concept of capacitance, then delve into the specific steps and techniques of unit conversion, to help you better understand and apply this process.
Convert nF to pF Calculator
How to Convert nF to pF
To convert nanofarads (nF) to picofarads (pF), you multiply by 1000. This is because 1 nanofarad is equivalent to 1000 picofarads.
So, if you have a capacitance value in nanofarads and you want to convert it to picofarads, you would use the following formula:
1 pF = 1000 nF
Therefore, to convert from nF to pF, you simply multiply the number of nF by 1,000.
For example, if you have a capacitance of 3 nF, it would be equivalent to 3000 pF.
Conversion Formula and Calculation
Formula:
Capacitance in pF = Capacitance in nF × 1,000
Example Calculation:
If you have a capacitance of 2 nF, you would calculate:
Capacitance in pF = 2 nF×1,000 = 2,000 pF
Capacitor uF - pF - nF Conversion Chart
| µF or MFD | nF | pF or MMFD |
|---|
| 0.001 µF or MFD | 1 | 1,000 pF or MMFD |
| 0.0022 µF or MFD | 2.2 | 2,200 pF or MMFD |
| 0.0047 µF or MFD | 4.7 | 4,700 pF or MMFD |
| 0.01 µF or MFD | 10 | 10,000 pF or MMFD |
| 0.022 µF or MFD | 22 | 22,000 pF or MMFD |
| 0.033 µF or MFD | 33 | 33,000 pF or MMFD |
| 0.047 µF or MFD | 47 | 47,000 pF or MMFD |
| 0.1 µF or MFD | 100 | 100,000 pF or MMFD |
| 0.22 µF or MFD | 220 | 220,000 pF or MMFD |
| 0.33 µF or MFD | 330 | 330,000 pF or MMFD |
| 0.47 µF or MFD | 470 | 470,000 pF or MMFD |
| 1 µF or MFD | 1,000 | 1,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 2.2 µF or MFD | 2,200 | 2,200,000 pF or MMFD |
| 3.3 µF or MFD | 3,300 | 3,300,000 pF or MMFD |
| 4.7 µF or MFD | 4,700 | 4,700,000 pF or MMFD |
| 10 µF or MFD | 10,000 | 10,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 22 µF or MFD | 22,000 | 22,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 33 µF or MFD | 33,000 | 33,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 47 µF or MFD | 47,000 | 47,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 100 µF or MFD | 100,000 | 100,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 220 µF or MFD | 220,000 | 220,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 330 µF or MFD | 330,000 | 330,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 470 µF or MFD | 470,000 | 470,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 1,000 µF or MFD | 1,000,000 | 1,000,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 2,200 µF or MFD | 2,200,000 | 2,200,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 3,300 µF or MFD | 3,300,000 | 3,300,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 4,700 µF or MFD | 4,700,000 | 4,700,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 10,000 µF or MFD | 10,000,000 | 10,000,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 22,000 µF or MFD | 22,000,000 | 22,000,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 33,000 µF or MFD | 33,000,000 | 33,000,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 47,000 µF or MFD | 47,000,000 | 47,000,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 100,000 µF or MFD | 100,000,000 | 100,000,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 220,000 µF or MFD | 220,000,000 | 220,000,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 330,000 µF or MFD | 330,000,000 | 330,000,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 470,000 µF or MFD | 470,000,000 | 470,000,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 0.68 µF or MFD | 680 | 680,000 pF or MMFD |
| 0.82 µF or MFD | 820 | 820,000 pF or MMFD |
| 1.5 µF or MFD | 1,500 | 1,500,000 pF or MMFD |
| 2.7 µF or MFD | 2,700 | 2,700,000 pF or MMFD |
| 3.9 µF or MFD | 3,900 | 3,900,000 pF or MMFD |
| 5.6 µF or MFD | 5,600 | 5,600,000 pF or MMFD |
| 6.8 µF or MFD | 6,800 | 6,800,000 pF or MMFD |
| 8.2 µF or MFD | 8,200 | 8,200,000 pF or MMFD |
| 15 µF or MFD | 15,000 | 15,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 27 µF or MFD | 27,000 | 27,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 39 µF or MFD | 39,000 | 39,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 56 µF or MFD | 56,000 | 56,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 68 µF or MFD | 68,000 | 68,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 82 µF or MFD | 82,000 | 82,000,000 pF or MMFD |
| 150 µF or MFD | 150,000 | 150,000,000 pF or MMFD |
Conclusion
In conclusion, understanding the conversion between different units of capacitance, such as nanofarads (nF), picofarads (pF), and microfarads (µF), is crucial, especially in fields like electronics where these units are commonly used. The conversion process is straightforward, with 1 nF equating to 1,000 pF and 1 µF equating to 1,000 nF. However, it's essential to consider the number of significant figures in your original measurement, as this can influence the precision of your converted value. These conversions not only help in maintaining accuracy but also in better understanding and interpreting the specifications and performance of electronic components such as capacitors.