Kilopoise to Dekapoise Conversion

Convert between Kilopoise and Dekapoise quickly and accurately.

kP
daP

How to Convert Kilopoise to Dekapoise

Conversion Formula

1 kP = 100 daP
1 daP = 0.01 kP

Example

Convert 15 kP to daP:

15 kP = 15 × 100 daP = 1500 daP

Unit Information

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

Kilopoise

kP

Definition

The kilopoise is a unit of dynamic viscosity, representing 10^3 poise. It is used for measuring the viscosity of moderately viscous materials in various applications.

History/Origin

This unit was created by applying the kilo- 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

100

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

Kilopoise to Dekapoise Conversion Table

Kilopoise [kP] Dekapoise [daP]
1 kP 100 daP
10 kP 1000 daP
25 kP 2500 daP
50 kP 5000 daP
100 kP 10000 daP
0 kP 0E+0 daP
-10 kP -1000 daP
-40 kP -4000 daP