Electric Conductance Converter
Convert between different units of electric conductance including siemens, megasiemens, kilosiemens, millisiemens, microsiemens, ampere/volt, mho, gemmho, micromho, abmho, statmho, and quantized Hall conductance. Essential for electrical engineering and circuit analysis.
Base Unit: Siemens [S] = 1/Ohm | Common: 1 S = 1000 mS = 1,000,000 µS
About Electric Conductance
Electric conductance is the reciprocal of electrical resistance, measuring how easily electric current flows through a material or component. It is measured in siemens (S) in the SI system, where 1 siemens equals 1 ampere per volt (A/V).
Conductance is fundamental in electrical engineering for analyzing circuits, designing electrical systems, and understanding material properties. Different units like mho (obsolete term for siemens), microsiemens, and specialized units like quantized Hall conductance are used depending on the application and measurement scale.
Key Features
⚡ Comprehensive Units
Supports 12 different conductance units including SI units, legacy units (mho), and specialized quantum units.
🔄 Real-time Conversion
Get instant results as you type with automatic calculations for precise engineering applications.
📱 Mobile Responsive
Optimized interface that works seamlessly across all devices from desktop to smartphone.
🎯 Scientific Precision
Handles very large and very small values with appropriate scientific notation and decimal precision.
Why Choose Our Electric Conductance Converter?
- Accuracy: Uses exact conversion factors based on international standards
- Comprehensive Coverage: Includes all common and specialized conductance units
- Engineering-Ready: Designed for professional electrical engineering applications
- Educational Value: Perfect for students learning about electrical circuits and conductance
- Scientific Applications: Supports quantum conductance units for advanced research
- User-Friendly: Clean interface with instant bidirectional conversions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between conductance and resistance?
Conductance (G) is the reciprocal of resistance (R), expressed as G = 1/R. While resistance opposes current flow, conductance measures how easily current flows. Higher conductance means lower resistance and easier current flow.
Why is the unit "mho" sometimes used instead of "siemens"?
Mho (ohm spelled backward) was the original unit for conductance before it was renamed to siemens in honor of Ernst Werner von Siemens. Both units are identical: 1 mho = 1 siemens. Modern usage prefers siemens.
What is quantized Hall conductance and when is it used?
Quantized Hall conductance (e²/h ≈ 3.87405×10⁻⁵ S) is a fundamental quantum mechanical unit used in quantum Hall effect measurements and metrological standards for electrical conductance. It's essential in quantum electronics and precision measurements.
How accurate are the conversions in this tool?
Our converter uses internationally recognized conversion factors with high precision. Results are accurate for all practical engineering, scientific, and educational applications, including research requiring precise conductance measurements.
What are typical conductance values in everyday applications?
Typical ranges: Insulators (pS to nS), semiconductors (µS to mS), electrolytes (mS to S), and good conductors like copper (kS to MS). The tool handles this entire range with appropriate unit scaling.
Can this tool be used for educational purposes?
Absolutely! The converter is excellent for physics and electrical engineering students learning about Ohm's law, circuit analysis, and the relationship between resistance and conductance. It provides immediate feedback for problem-solving.