Viscosity
cm²/stocSt
Convert square centimetres per second (cm²/s) to centistokes (cSt).
Factor1 cm²/s = 100 cSt
Converter
cm²/s
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
cSt
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
cSt = cm²/s × 100
Multiply any value in square centimetres per second by 100 to obtain the value in centistokes.
Worked example
Convert 1 cm²/s to cSt.
- 01Start with 1 cm²/s.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 100 = 100 cSt.
Result1 cm²/s = 100 cSt
Conversion table
| cm²/s | cSt |
|---|---|
| 1 | 100 |
| 2 | 200 |
| 5 | 500 |
| 10 | 1000 |
| 20 | 2000 |
| 50 | 5000 |
| 100 | 10000 |
| 200 | 20000 |
| 500 | 50000 |
| 1000 | 1.0000e+5 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from cm²/s to cSt?
1 cm²/s equals 100 cSt. To convert, multiply the value in square centimetres per second by 100.
How do I convert 1 cm²/s to cSt?
1 cm²/s = 100 cSt. For any value, multiply by 100.
How do I convert cSt back to cm²/s?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.01. So 1 cSt = 0.01 cm²/s.
When would I need to convert square centimetre per second to centistoke?
Kinematic viscosity conversions between cm²/s and cSt arise in hydraulic fluid selection, lubricant grading (ISO VG), pipe flow Reynolds number calculations, and fuel-oil specification. Kinematic viscosity equals dynamic viscosity divided by fluid density and cannot be directly compared to dynamic viscosity without that context.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).