Viscosity Conversion Calculator
Convert between different viscosity units
Common Viscosity Values (in cP)
Water (20°C)
1.0 cP
Olive Oil
84 cP
Honey
2,000-10,000 cP
Molasses
5,000-10,000 cP
Ketchup
50,000-100,000 cP
Conversion Reference
| From | To | Conversion Factor |
|---|---|---|
| Pa·s | cP | 1 Pa·s = 1,000 cP |
| Pa·s | P | 1 Pa·s = 10 P |
| cP | Pa·s | 1 cP = 0.001 Pa·s |
| P | Pa·s | 1 P = 0.1 Pa·s |
| St | cSt | 1 St = 100 cSt |
| lb·s/ft² | Pa·s | 1 lb·s/ft² = 47.8803 Pa·s |
Dynamic Viscosity: Resistance to flow (Pa·s, cP, P) – measures internal friction
Kinematic Viscosity: Dynamic viscosity divided by density (St, cSt) – measures flow under gravity
Common Usage: cP for liquids, Pa·s for scientific work, cSt for lubricants