Capacitance Conversion Calculator

Convert capacitance values instantly between Farad (F), millifarad (mF), microfarad (µF), nanofarad (nF), and picofarad (pF).

Conversion Results

Picofarad (pF)
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Nanofarad (nF)
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Microfarad (µF)
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Millifarad (mF)
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Farad (F)
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Quick Values

Capacitance Conversion Reference

Unit Symbol Equivalent
Farad F 1 F
Millifarad mF 10-3 F
Microfarad µF 10-6 F
Nanofarad nF 10-9 F
Picofarad pF 10-12 F

Understanding Capacitance Units

What Is Capacitance?

Capacitance is the ability of a component or electrical system to store electric charge. The standard SI unit of capacitance is the Farad (F).

In practical electronic circuits, capacitance values are commonly expressed in smaller units such as microfarads, nanofarads, and picofarads.

Common Conversion Relationships

  • 1 F = 1,000 mF
  • 1 mF = 1,000 µF
  • 1 µF = 1,000 nF
  • 1 nF = 1,000 pF
  • 1 µF = 1,000,000 pF
1 F = 10³ mF = 10⁶ µF = 10⁹ nF = 10¹² pF

Capacitance Conversion FAQ

1 nanofarad (nF) equals 1,000 picofarads (pF).
1 microfarad (µF) equals 1,000 nanofarads (nF).
1 microfarad (µF) equals 1,000,000 picofarads (pF).
Yes. You can enter values using scientific notation, such as 1e-9 or 2.2e-6.

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