Attofarad to Farad Conversion

Convert between Attofarad and Farad quickly and accurately.

aF
F

How to Convert Attofarad to Farad

Conversion Formula

1 aF = 1E-18 F
1 F = 1E+18 aF

Example

Convert 15 aF to F:

15 aF = 15 × 1E-18 F = 2E-17 F

Unit Information

Learn about the electrostatic capacitance units you're converting between

Attofarad

aF

Definition

A unit of capacitance equal to 10^-18 farads, used for extremely small capacitance measurements.

History/Origin

Part of the SI prefix system, with "atto" meaning 10^-18, used for extremely small measurements.

Current Use

Used in quantum electronics, single-electron devices, and extremely small capacitance measurements.

Multiplier

1E-18

Offset

0

Farad

F

Definition

The SI base unit of capacitance, representing the ability of a conductor to store electrical charge when a potential difference is applied.

History/Origin

Named after Michael Faraday (1791-1867), the English scientist who made fundamental contributions to electromagnetism and electrochemistry.

Current Use

Widely used in electronics, electrical engineering, and physics to measure the capacitance of capacitors and electrical components.

Multiplier

1

Offset

0

Attofarad to Farad Conversion Table

Attofarad [aF] Farad [F]
1 aF 1E-18 F
10 aF 1E-17 F
25 aF 3E-17 F
50 aF 5E-17 F
100 aF 1E-16 F
0 aF 0E+0 F
-10 aF -1E-17 F
-40 aF -4E-17 F