Centipoise to Dekapoise Conversion

Convert between Centipoise and Dekapoise quickly and accurately.

cP
daP

How to Convert Centipoise to Dekapoise

Conversion Formula

1 cP = 0.001 daP
1 daP = 1000 cP

Example

Convert 15 cP to daP:

15 cP = 15 × 0.001 daP = 0.015 daP

Unit Information

Learn about the viscosity - dynamic units you're converting between

Centipoise

cP

Definition

The centipoise is a commonly used unit of dynamic viscosity, representing 10^-2 poise. It is widely used in industry for measuring the viscosity of various fluids.

History/Origin

This unit was created by applying the centi- prefix to the poise, providing a convenient scale for measuring low to moderate viscosities in industrial applications.

Current Use

Extensively used in the petroleum industry, chemical engineering, and food processing for measuring the viscosity of oils, polymers, and other fluids. It is often more convenient than the pascal second for practical applications.

Multiplier

0.001

Offset

0

Dekapoise

daP

Definition

The dekapoise is a unit of dynamic viscosity, representing 10^1 poise. It is used for measuring the viscosity of moderately viscous materials in various applications.

History/Origin

This unit was created by applying the deka- prefix to the poise, providing a scale for measuring moderately high viscosities in scientific and engineering contexts.

Current Use

Used in various applications where materials have moderately high viscosities, such as certain oils, polymers, and thick fluids.

Multiplier

1

Offset

0

Centipoise to Dekapoise Conversion Table

Centipoise [cP] Dekapoise [daP]
1 cP 0.001 daP
10 cP 0.01 daP
25 cP 0.025 daP
50 cP 0.05 daP
100 cP 0.1 daP
0 cP 0E+0 daP
-10 cP -0.01 daP
-40 cP -0.04 daP