Convert gigawatt to nanowatt
Please provide values below to convert gigawatt [GW] to nanowatt [nW], or Convert nanowatt to gigawatt.
1 GW = 1.0000e+18 nW. To convert gigawatt to nanowatt, multiply the value by 1.0000e+18; to go the other way, divide by it (1 nW = 1.0000e-18 GW). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 GW = 1.0000e+18 nW
- 1 nW = 1.0000e-18 GW
- 10 GW = 1.0000e+19 nW
- 100 GW = 1.0000e+20 nW
How to Convert Gigawatt to Nanowatt
1 GW = 1e+18 nW
Example: convert 15 GW to nW:
15 GW = 15 × 1e+18 nW = 1.5e+19 nW
Gigawatt to Nanowatt Conversion Table
| gigawatt | nanowatt |
|---|---|
| 1 GW | 1.0000e+18 nW |
| 2 GW | 2.0000e+18 nW |
| 3 GW | 3.0000e+18 nW |
| 5 GW | 5.0000e+18 nW |
| 10 GW | 1.0000e+19 nW |
| 20 GW | 2.0000e+19 nW |
| 50 GW | 5.0000e+19 nW |
| 100 GW | 1.0000e+20 nW |
| 500 GW | 5.0000e+20 nW |
| 1000 GW | 1.0000e+21 nW |
Gigawatt
A gigawatt (GW) is a unit of power equal to one billion watts, used to measure large-scale electrical power generation or consumption.
History/Origin
The gigawatt was introduced as part of the metric system's adoption for expressing large power quantities, particularly in the context of electrical engineering and energy projects, becoming widely used in the 20th century with the growth of large power plants and national grids.
Current Use
Gigawatts are commonly used today to quantify the capacity of power plants, energy production, and national or regional power consumption levels, especially in the context of renewable energy projects and large-scale infrastructure.
Nanowatt
A nanowatt (nW) is a unit of power equal to one billionth of a watt (10^-9 W).
History/Origin
The nanowatt is derived from the SI unit watt, with the prefix 'nano-' indicating a factor of 10^-9. It has been used in scientific and engineering contexts to measure very small power levels, especially in electronics and nanotechnology.
Current Use
Nanowatts are used in fields requiring precise measurement of tiny power quantities, such as in sensor technology, low-power electronics, and nanotechnology research.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 gigawatt in nanowatt?
1 gigawatt (GW) = 1.0000e+18 nanowatt (nW).
How do you convert gigawatt to nanowatt?
Multiply the gigawatt value by 1.0000e+18. For example, 25 GW × 1.0000e+18 = 2.5000e+19 nW.
What is 10 gigawatt in nanowatt?
10 GW = 1.0000e+19 nW.
Which unit is larger, the gigawatt or the nanowatt?
The gigawatt is the larger unit: 1 GW = 1.0000e+18 nW.