Statvolt per Centimeter to Millivolt per Meter Conversion

Convert between Statvolt per Centimeter and Millivolt per Meter quickly and accurately.

stV/cm
mV/m

How to Convert Statvolt per Centimeter to Millivolt per Meter

Conversion Formula

1 stV/cm = 29979199.999 mV/m
1 mV/m = 3E-8 stV/cm

Example

Convert 15 stV/cm to mV/m:

15 stV/cm = 15 × 29979199.999 mV/m = 449687999.99 mV/m

Unit Information

Learn about the electric field strength units you're converting between

Statvolt per Centimeter

stV/cm

Definition

The Statvolt per Centimeter (stV/cm) is a CGS electrostatic unit equal to approximately 29,979 volts per meter. It is part of the CGS electrostatic system, used historically in theoretical physics and still relevant in some specialized electromagnetic studies.

History/Origin

The statvolt per centimeter originated from the CGS electrostatic system, which was developed in the 19th century for theoretical physics. This system was based on the fundamental properties of electric charge and was widely used in electromagnetic theory before the adoption of the SI system.

Current Use

The statvolt per centimeter is primarily used in academic and theoretical contexts, particularly in classical electromagnetic theory and historical physics literature. It is occasionally used in specialized research areas where CGS units provide theoretical advantages.

Multiplier

29979.2

Offset

0

Millivolt per Meter

mV/m

Definition

The Millivolt per Meter (mV/m) equals 0.001 volts per meter, used for measuring very weak electric fields. This unit is essential in electromagnetic compatibility testing, environmental monitoring, and applications involving extremely low field strengths.

History/Origin

The millivolt per meter became important with the development of sensitive electrical measurement techniques and the need to quantify very weak electric fields. It is particularly relevant in electromagnetic compatibility and environmental electromagnetic field measurements.

Current Use

Millivolt per meter is widely used in electromagnetic compatibility testing, environmental monitoring, and biomedical applications. It is essential for measuring weak electric fields from electronic devices, power lines, and natural electromagnetic phenomena.

Multiplier

0.001

Offset

0

Statvolt per Centimeter to Millivolt per Meter Conversion Table

Statvolt per Centimeter [stV/cm] Millivolt per Meter [mV/m]
1 stV/cm 29979200 mV/m
10 stV/cm 299792000 mV/m
25 stV/cm 749479999.9835000038 mV/m
50 stV/cm 1498959999.9670000076 mV/m
100 stV/cm 2997919999.9340000153 mV/m
0 stV/cm 0E+0 mV/m
-10 stV/cm -299792000 mV/m
-40 stV/cm -1199167999.9735999107 mV/m