What is a statcoulomb?

A statcoulomb is the cgs-ESU (Gaussian) unit of electric charge used in theoretical and historical electrostatics.

How does the ampere-second relate to the coulomb?

The ampere-second is an SI derived unit of electric charge exactly equal to one coulomb, representing the charge transported by one ampere in one second.

Why convert from statcoulombs to ampere-seconds?

Converting to ampere-seconds translates charge values into SI units compatible with modern measurements, electronic engineering, and electrochemical applications.

How to Convert from Statcoulomb [stC] to Ampere-second [A*s]?

Learn how to convert electric charge values from statcoulomb (stC), an electrostatic unit in the cgs-ESU system, to ampere-second (A·s), the SI derived unit of electric charge. This guide explains the key concepts, usage, and conversion steps between these units.

Statcoulomb [stC]

Ampere-second [A*s]

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Statcoulomb [stC] to Ampere-second [A*s] Conversion Table

Statcoulomb [stC]	Ampere-second [A*s]

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Statcoulomb [stC] to Ampere-second [A*s] Conversion Table
Statcoulomb [stC]	Ampere-second [A*s]

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What Is This Tool?

This converter allows you to translate electric charge values measured in statcoulombs, the cgs-ESU Gaussian system unit, into ampere-seconds, the SI unit. It is useful for converting legacy or theoretical charge data into modern, standardized units for practical applications.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the electric charge value in statcoulombs.
Select statcoulomb [stC] as the input unit.
Choose ampere-second [A*s] as the output unit.
Click the convert button to get the charge value in ampere-seconds.
Use the converted value for calculations, analysis, or reporting in SI units.

Key Features

Converts charge values from statcoulomb [stC] to ampere-second [A*s]
Applies to electric charge measurements in scientific and engineering contexts
Browser-based and easy to use without additional software
Supports conversion for plasma physics, astrophysics, electronics and electrochemistry
Based on the exact conversion factor defined between cgs-ESU and SI units

Examples

1 statcoulomb = 3.33564 × 10⁻¹⁰ ampere-second
3 statcoulombs = 1.0006922856 × 10⁻⁹ ampere-second

Common Use Cases

Translating charge values from Gaussian/cgs units to SI for comparison in scientific research
Calculating charge delivered by current pulses in electronic circuit design
Estimating battery state-of-charge through coulomb counting in battery technology
Analyzing charge transfer in electrochemical processes such as electroplating
Interpreting historical experimental charge data in modern units

Tips & Best Practices

Carefully input values to avoid errors from the very small conversion factor
Use converted values primarily for compatibility with modern electrical measurements
Remember this conversion is mostly relevant for legacy or theoretical data
Confirm units before and after conversion to maintain consistency in calculations
Apply this tool in contexts where cgs-ESU and SI unit systems intersect

Limitations

Conversion involves a very small numerical factor demanding attention to significant digits
Statcoulomb units are primarily historical or theoretical and not common in everyday use
Conversions mainly serve legacy data interpretation rather than routine electrical measurements

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a statcoulomb?: A statcoulomb is the cgs-ESU (Gaussian) unit of electric charge used in theoretical and historical electrostatics.
How does the ampere-second relate to the coulomb?: The ampere-second is an SI derived unit of electric charge exactly equal to one coulomb, representing the charge transported by one ampere in one second.
Why convert from statcoulombs to ampere-seconds?: Converting to ampere-seconds translates charge values into SI units compatible with modern measurements, electronic engineering, and electrochemical applications.

Key Terminology

Statcoulomb (stC): The electrostatic unit of electric charge in the cgs-ESU (Gaussian) system used particularly in older or theoretical contexts.
Ampere-second (A·s): The SI derived unit of electric charge equal to the charge transferred by a steady current of one ampere in one second.
Charge (Q): A fundamental property of matter that causes it to experience a force in an electromagnetic field.

Quick Knowledge Check

Which unit is the statcoulomb associated with?

SI unit system

cgs-ESU (Gaussian) unit system

MKS unit system

What does one ampere-second represent?

One joule of energy

Charge transported by a current of one ampere in one second

One volt potential difference

In which fields is conversion from statcoulomb to ampere-second commonly used?

Plasma physics and astrophysics

Cooking and food measurements

Meteorological data analysis

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