kilofarad to centifarad
Convert kilofarad (kF) to centifarad (cF). Use an editable capacitance converter, conversion formula, and reference table.
1 kF = 100,000 cF
Conversion formula
One kilofarad equals 100,000 centifarad. Multiply your value in kilofarad by this factor to get centifarad. For the reverse conversion, divide by the same factor.
Worked example
To convert 5 kilofarad:5 × 100,000 = 500,000 cF
Conversion table
| kilofarad (kF) | centifarad (cF) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 1,000 |
| 0.1 | 10,000 |
| 1 | 100,000 |
| 2 | 200,000 |
| 5 | 500,000 |
| 10 | 1,000,000 |
| 25 | 2,500,000 |
| 50 | 5,000,000 |
| 100 | 10,000,000 |
| 1000 | 100,000,000 |
About these measurements
Capacitance relates stored charge to potential difference.
The base reference used here is the farad. One kilofarad is 1,000 base units; one centifarad is 0.01 base units.
Important distinctions
Common component values use microfarads, nanofarads, and picofarads.
Precision
The converter uses stored conversion factors and floating-point arithmetic. Results display up to ten significant digits, switching to scientific notation for very small or large values. Keep the precision of your original measurement when reporting results.
Common questions
How do I convert kF to cF?
Multiply the quantity in kF by 100,000. You can also type the value into the converter above.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. Use the swap button or open the centifarad to kilofarad converter.
Reference
NIST Guide to the SI — conversion factors and prefix conventions. SI prefixes scale units by powers of ten; the dimension-specific notes above describe the assumptions used on this page.
