Statcoulomb to Franklin Conversion

Convert between Statcoulomb and Franklin quickly and accurately.

stC
Fr

How to Convert Statcoulomb to Franklin

Conversion Formula

1 stC = 1 Fr
1 Fr = 1 stC

Example

Convert 15 stC to Fr:

15 stC = 15 × 1 Fr = 15 Fr

Unit Information

Learn about the charge units you're converting between

Statcoulomb

stC

Definition

Statcoulomb is a unit of electric charge in the CGS electrostatic system, equal to approximately 3.335640951982E-10 coulombs. It was defined based on electrostatic principles.

History/Origin

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

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

0

Franklin

Fr

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

0

Statcoulomb to Franklin Conversion Table

Statcoulomb [stC] Franklin [Fr]
1 stC 1 Fr
10 stC 10 Fr
25 stC 25 Fr
50 stC 50 Fr
100 stC 100 Fr
0 stC 0E+0 Fr
-10 stC -10 Fr
-40 stC -40 Fr