Convert watt-second to erg
Please provide values below to convert watt-second [W*s] to erg [erg], or Convert erg to watt-second.
1 W*s = 10000000 erg. To convert watt-second to erg, multiply the value by 10000000; to go the other way, divide by it (1 erg = 1e-07 W*s). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 W*s = 10000000 erg
- 1 erg = 1e-07 W*s
- 10 W*s = 100000000 erg
- 100 W*s = 1000000000 erg
How to Convert Watt-Second to Erg
1 W*s = 10000000 erg
Example: convert 15 W*s to erg:
15 W*s = 15 × 10000000 erg = 150000000 erg
Watt-Second to Erg Conversion Table
| watt-second | erg |
|---|---|
| 1 W*s | 10000000 erg |
| 2 W*s | 20000000 erg |
| 3 W*s | 30000000 erg |
| 5 W*s | 50000000 erg |
| 10 W*s | 100000000 erg |
| 20 W*s | 200000000 erg |
| 50 W*s | 500000000 erg |
| 100 W*s | 1000000000 erg |
| 500 W*s | 5000000000 erg |
| 1000 W*s | 10000000000 erg |
Watt-Second
A watt-second (W·s) is a unit of energy equivalent to one joule, representing the amount of energy transferred or converted when one watt of power is applied for one second.
History/Origin
The watt-second originated from the SI system of units, where the watt (W) is the SI derived unit of power, and the second (s) is the SI base unit of time. It has been used historically in physics and engineering to quantify energy, especially in contexts where energy transfer occurs over short durations.
Current Use
The watt-second is primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts to measure small amounts of energy, such as in electrical and mechanical systems. It is often replaced by the joule in modern applications but remains a recognized unit within the energy converter category.
Erg
The erg is a unit of energy in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, defined as the amount of work done when a force of one dyne displaces an object by one centimeter.
History/Origin
The erg was introduced in the late 19th century as part of the CGS system of units, primarily used in physics to measure small amounts of energy before the adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the erg is largely obsolete and rarely used outside of specific scientific contexts, with the SI unit joule being the standard for energy measurement. It remains relevant in some fields like astrophysics and theoretical physics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 watt-second in erg?
1 watt-second (W*s) = 10000000 erg (erg).
How do you convert watt-second to erg?
Multiply the watt-second value by 10000000. For example, 25 W*s × 10000000 = 250000000 erg.
What is 10 watt-second in erg?
10 W*s = 100000000 erg.
Which unit is larger, the watt-second or the erg?
The watt-second is the larger unit: 1 W*s = 10000000 erg.