Nanofarad to Farad Conversion

Convert between Nanofarad and Farad quickly and accurately.

nF
F

How to Convert Nanofarad to Farad

Conversion Formula

1 nF = 1E-9 F
1 F = 1000000000 nF

Example

Convert 15 nF to F:

15 nF = 15 × 1E-9 F = 2E-8 F

Unit Information

Learn about the electrostatic capacitance units you're converting between

Nanofarad

nF

Definition

A unit of capacitance equal to 10^-9 farads, commonly used in electronics.

History/Origin

Part of the SI prefix system, with "nano" meaning 10^-9, widely used in electronics.

Current Use

Widely used in electronics, integrated circuits, and high-frequency applications.

Multiplier

1E-9

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

Nanofarad to Farad Conversion Table

Nanofarad [nF] Farad [F]
1 nF 1E-9 F
10 nF 1E-8 F
25 nF 3E-8 F
50 nF 5E-8 F
100 nF 1E-7 F
0 nF 0E+0 F
-10 nF -1E-8 F
-40 nF -4E-8 F