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Convert microfarads to picofarads instantly. Essential for RF circuits, ceramic capacitors, and precision electronics.
pF = µF × 1,000,000
µF = pF ÷ 1,000,000
| Microfarads (µF) | Picofarads (pF) |
|---|---|
| 0.000001 | 1 |
| 0.000010 | 10 |
| 0.000100 | 100 |
| 0.001000 | 1,000 |
| 0.010000 | 10,000 |
| 0.100000 | 100,000 |
| 1.000000 | 1,000,000 |
| 10.000000 | 10,000,000 |
| 100.000000 | 100,000,000 |
| 1000.000000 | 1,000,000,000 |
A microfarad (µF) is a unit of electrical capacitance equal to one-millionth of a farad. The prefix "micro" (symbol: µ) represents 10⁻⁶ in the metric system. Microfarads are commonly used for medium-to-large capacitors in power supplies, motor start circuits, audio equipment, and general electronics. This unit provides a practical scale for capacitors used in everyday electronic devices and power applications.
A picofarad (pF) is a unit of electrical capacitance equal to one-trillionth of a farad (10⁻¹² F). The prefix "pico" represents an extremely small factor, making picofarads suitable for measuring tiny capacitances found in RF circuits, timing oscillators, ceramic disc capacitors, and parasitic capacitances. Most small ceramic capacitors, chip capacitors, and tuning capacitors are rated in picofarads, typically ranging from 1 pF to several thousand picofarads.
Converting microfarads to picofarads requires multiplication by one million:
Example: 0.001 µF × 1,000,000 = 1,000 pF
There are 1,000,000 (one million) picofarads in one microfarad. To convert µF to pF, multiply by 1,000,000. This large conversion factor reflects the vast difference in scale between these two capacitance units.
Yes, 1000 pF equals 0.001 µF (also written as 1 nF or 1 nanofarad). These are just different ways of expressing the same capacitance value. The choice of unit depends on the application and convention in your field or region.
Use picofarads for small capacitors in RF circuits, oscillators, and ceramic disc capacitors (typically 1-100,000 pF). Use microfarads for larger capacitors in power supplies, audio circuits, and motor applications (typically 0.1-10,000 µF). The unit choice should make the numerical value convenient to read and understand.
Ceramic capacitors often use a three-digit code where the first two digits are the value and the third is the multiplier (number of zeros to add), all in picofarads. For example, "104" means 10 + 4 zeros = 100,000 pF = 0.1 µF. A letter may follow indicating tolerance.
Nanofarads (nF) sit between microfarads and picofarads: 1 µF = 1,000 nF = 1,000,000 pF. So 1 nF = 1,000 pF and 0.001 µF. Nanofarads are commonly used in European schematics and for medium-value capacitors (0.001-1 µF range).
Yes, parasitic capacitance (unwanted capacitance between conductors, PCB traces, or component leads) is typically in the picofarad range, often 1-50 pF. At high frequencies, even a few picofarads of parasitic capacitance can significantly affect circuit performance, making careful layout and component selection critical.