picohertz to hertz
Convert picohertz (pHz) to hertz (Hz). Use an editable frequency converter, conversion formula, and reference table.
1 pHz = 1e-12 Hz
Conversion formula
One picohertz equals 1e-12 hertz. Multiply your value in picohertz by this factor to get hertz. For the reverse conversion, divide by the same factor.
Worked example
To convert 5 picohertz:5 × 1e-12 = 5e-12 Hz
Conversion table
| picohertz (pHz) | hertz (Hz) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 1e-14 |
| 0.1 | 1e-13 |
| 1 | 1e-12 |
| 2 | 2e-12 |
| 5 | 5e-12 |
| 10 | 1e-11 |
| 25 | 2.5e-11 |
| 50 | 5e-11 |
| 100 | 1e-10 |
| 1000 | 1e-9 |
About these measurements
Frequency measures cycles per second.
The base reference used here is the hertz. One picohertz is 1e-12 base units; one hertz is 1 base units.
Important distinctions
Frequency is the reciprocal of period, not angular velocity.
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 pHz to Hz?
Multiply the quantity in pHz by 1e-12. You can also type the value into the converter above.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. Use the swap button or open the hertz to picohertz 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.
