Dynamic viscosity

cP to mPa·s conversion

Convert centipoise (cP) to millipascal-second (mPa·s). Dynamic viscosity is a fluid's resistance to shear — the property that sets the Reynolds number and the friction factor.

1 cP = 1 mPa·s

Formula

To convert centipoise to millipascal-second, multiply the cP value by 1. To go the other way, divide by 1 (or multiply by 1).

cP to mPa·s conversion table

cP	mPa·s
1	1
2	2
5	5
10	10
25	25
50	50
100	100
250	250
500	500
1000	1000

Used in practice

Liquid viscosities are usually quoted in centipoise (cP); water is about 1 cP at room temperature.

One centipoise equals exactly one millipascal-second, the convenient bridge between the cgs and SI conventions.

Worked example. A dynamic viscosity of 1 cP is 1 mPa·s.

Frequently asked questions

How do you convert centipoise to millipascal-second?

Multiply the value in cP by 1 to get mPa·s. For example, 10 cP = 10 mPa·s.

What is 1 cP in mPa·s?

1 cP equals 1 mPa·s.

Where is this conversion used?