The Centipoise to Centistokes Converter is designed to convert between centipoise (cP) and centistokes (cSt) using the specific gravity (SG) of a fluid.
This tool is useful for scientists, engineers, and anyone working with fluid dynamics, as it provides insight into a fluid’s viscosity and flow characteristics.
How to use the Converter:
- Enter any two of the following values:
- Centipoise (cP): The dynamic viscosity of the fluid.
- Specific Gravity (SG): The density of the fluid relative to water.
- Centistokes (cSt): The kinematic viscosity of the fluid.
- The converter will calculate the missing value based on the provided inputs.
- Click Calculate to display the result or Reset to clear the fields.
Calculation Examples
Example 1
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| Centipoise (cP) | 10 |
| Specific Gravity (SG) | 0.8 |
| Centistokes (cSt) | (to be calculated) |
| Calculation | 10 ÷ 0.8 = 12.5 cSt |
In this example, with a dynamic viscosity of 10 cP and a specific gravity of 0.8, the kinematic viscosity is calculated as 12.5 cSt.
Example 2
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| Centipoise (cP) | 20 |
| Centistokes (cSt) | 25 |
| Specific Gravity (SG) | (to be calculated) |
| Calculation | 20 ÷ 25 = 0.8 |
In this case, with 20 cP and 25 cSt, the specific gravity is determined to be 0.8. This information helps in understanding the fluid’s density relative to water and its flow behavior under different conditions.