Convert terawatt to nanowatt
Please provide values below to convert terawatt [TW] to nanowatt [nW], or Convert nanowatt to terawatt.
1 TW = 1.0000e+21 nW. To convert terawatt to nanowatt, multiply the value by 1.0000e+21; to go the other way, divide by it (1 nW = 1.0000e-21 TW). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 TW = 1.0000e+21 nW
- 1 nW = 1.0000e-21 TW
- 10 TW = 1.0000e+22 nW
- 100 TW = 1.0000e+23 nW
How to Convert Terawatt to Nanowatt
1 TW = 1e+21 nW
Example: convert 15 TW to nW:
15 TW = 15 × 1e+21 nW = 1.5e+22 nW
Terawatt to Nanowatt Conversion Table
| terawatt | nanowatt |
|---|---|
| 1 TW | 1.0000e+21 nW |
| 2 TW | 2.0000e+21 nW |
| 3 TW | 3.0000e+21 nW |
| 5 TW | 5.0000e+21 nW |
| 10 TW | 1.0000e+22 nW |
| 20 TW | 2.0000e+22 nW |
| 50 TW | 5.0000e+22 nW |
| 100 TW | 1.0000e+23 nW |
| 500 TW | 5.0000e+23 nW |
| 1000 TW | 1.0000e+24 nW |
Terawatt
A terawatt (TW) is a unit of power equal to one trillion watts (10^12 watts).
History/Origin
The term 'terawatt' was introduced as part of the metric system to quantify extremely large power levels, especially in fields like astrophysics and energy production, gaining prominence in the 20th century with advancements in large-scale energy and power measurement.
Current Use
Terawatts are used to describe the total power output of large-scale energy sources, such as the total global power consumption, solar radiation received by Earth, and astrophysical phenomena.
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 terawatt in nanowatt?
1 terawatt (TW) = 1.0000e+21 nanowatt (nW).
How do you convert terawatt to nanowatt?
Multiply the terawatt value by 1.0000e+21. For example, 25 TW × 1.0000e+21 = 2.5000e+22 nW.
What is 10 terawatt in nanowatt?
10 TW = 1.0000e+22 nW.
Which unit is larger, the terawatt or the nanowatt?
The terawatt is the larger unit: 1 TW = 1.0000e+21 nW.