Abcoulomb to Franklin Conversion

Convert between Abcoulomb and Franklin quickly and accurately.

From Abcoulomb

abC

To Franklin

How to Convert Abcoulomb to Franklin

Conversion Formula

1 abC = 29979245799.834 Fr

1 Fr = 3E-11 abC

Example

Convert 15 abC to Fr:

15 abC = 15 × 29979245799.834 Fr = 449688686997.509 Fr

Unit Information

Learn about the charge units you're converting between

Abcoulomb

abC

Definition

Abcoulomb is a unit of electric charge in the CGS electromagnetic system, equal to 10 coulombs. It was part of the electromagnetic system of units.

History/Origin

Abcoulomb was defined in the CGS electromagnetic system as the unit of charge that would produce a force of one dyne when placed one centimeter from an equal charge.

Current Use

Rarely used today, mainly in historical contexts and some specialized electromagnetic calculations. The coulomb has largely replaced it in modern applications.

Multiplier

Offset

Franklin

Definition

Franklin is a unit of electric charge in the CGS electrostatic system, equal to approximately 3.335640951982E-10 coulombs. It is named after Benjamin Franklin.

History/Origin

Franklin was named after Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790), who conducted pioneering experiments with electricity. It was defined in the CGS electrostatic system.

Current Use

Rarely used in modern applications, mainly in historical contexts and some specialized electrostatic calculations. The coulomb has replaced it in most scientific work.

Multiplier

3E-10

Offset