What is an erg per second?

An erg per second (erg/s) is a CGS unit of power representing one erg of energy transferred each second. It equals 1×10⁻⁷ watts in SI units.

Why convert erg/second to deciwatt?

Converting erg/second to deciwatt helps translate power values from astrophysical CGS units to a practical SI subunit useful in electronics and engineering contexts.

Where is deciwatt commonly used?

Deciwatt is used to express low power levels in small electronic components, sensors, indicator LEDs, and laboratory measurements where a 0.1 watt scale is convenient.

How to Convert from Erg/second [erg/s] to Deciwatt [dW]?

Learn how to convert power units from erg per second (erg/s) to deciwatt (dW) using this simple online converter. Ideal for applications in astrophysics and low power electronics.

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Erg/second [erg/s] to Deciwatt [dW] Conversion Table

Erg/second [erg/s]	Deciwatt [dW]

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What Is This Tool?

This unit converter allows you to transform power measurements expressed in erg per second (erg/s), a CGS-system unit commonly used in astrophysics, into deciwatts (dW), a subunit of the watt useful in electronics and engineering. It bridges theoretical and practical power values for easier interpretation.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the power value in erg/second (erg/s) you want to convert
Select 'erg/second' as the input unit and 'deciwatt' as the target unit
Click convert to get the equivalent value in deciwatt (dW)
Use the result for scientific, engineering, or educational purposes

Key Features

Converts power units from erg/second to deciwatt instantly
Supports translation of CGS-based power readings to SI subunits
Useful for astrophysics, electronics, and laboratory measurements
Browser-based and easy to use with no installation required

Examples

1 erg/s converts to 0.000001 dW
500000 erg/s converts to 0.5 dW

Common Use Cases

Translating astrophysical luminosities from CGS units to practical SI subunits
Specifying low power consumption of electronic sensors and small devices
Measuring small signal or amplifier power in laboratory instrumentation

Tips & Best Practices

Verify unit selection before performing conversions to ensure accuracy
Use this converter to compare astrophysical power values with electronic power requirements
Convert to deciwatt for convenient representation of small power levels without using milliwatts

Limitations

The erg/second unit is less familiar outside astrophysics and theoretical physics
Small values may require attention to rounding due to their tiny magnitude
Deciwatt is not as commonly used as watts or milliwatts in many fields, possibly requiring additional conversions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an erg per second?: An erg per second (erg/s) is a CGS unit of power representing one erg of energy transferred each second. It equals 1×10⁻⁷ watts in SI units.
Why convert erg/second to deciwatt?: Converting erg/second to deciwatt helps translate power values from astrophysical CGS units to a practical SI subunit useful in electronics and engineering contexts.
Where is deciwatt commonly used?: Deciwatt is used to express low power levels in small electronic components, sensors, indicator LEDs, and laboratory measurements where a 0.1 watt scale is convenient.

Key Terminology

Erg/second (erg/s): A CGS unit of power equal to one erg of energy transferred each second; corresponds to 1×10⁻⁷ watts.
Deciwatt (dW): A power unit equal to one tenth of a watt (0.1 W), used for measuring small power levels especially in electronics.
Power: The rate at which energy is transferred or converted.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does one erg per second represent in power units?

One watt

One erg transferred per second

One deciwatt

How many deciwatts equal 1 erg/second?

0.01 dW

0.000001 dW

1 dW

In which field is erg/second primarily used?

Astrophysics

Automotive engineering

Thermodynamics

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