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Dynamic Viscosity Converter
Dynamic viscosity is a fluid’s resistance to flow, in pascal-seconds (Pa·s). The centipoise (cP) is widely used. It cannot be converted to kinematic viscosity without the density.
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About this category: Dynamic Viscosity
Dynamic viscosity is a fluid’s resistance to flow, in pascal-seconds (Pa·s). The centipoise (cP) is widely used. It cannot be converted to kinematic viscosity without the density.
Dynamic viscosity is in Pa·s; the centipoise cP = 0.001 Pa·s. Never convert to kinematic viscosity without density.
Practical uses
- Oils, adhesives and paints
- Hydraulic systems and lubrication
- Food and pharmaceutical industries
Available units
| Unit | Name | Definition | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pa·s | Pascal-second | The SI unit of dynamic viscosity. | SI Derived |
| mPa·s | Millipascal-second | One mPa·s equals exactly one centipoise. | SI Derived |
| cP | Centipoise | One cP = 0.001 Pa·s. Water is about 1 cP. | Non-SI |
| P | Poise | One poise = 0.1 Pa·s (CGS). | Non-SI |
| lb/(ft·s) | Pound per foot-second | One lb/(ft·s) = 1.48816 Pa·s. | Non-SI |
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