What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms kinematic viscosity measurements from square foot per second (ft²/s), an Imperial/US customary unit, to dekastokes (daSt), a CGS-derived multiple unit commonly used for higher-viscosity fluids. It helps interpret fluid flow properties across different unit systems.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the kinematic viscosity value in square foot/second (ft²/s)
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Select the target unit as dekastokes (daSt)
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent value
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Review the converted result for use in your application
Key Features
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Converts between square foot/second and dekastokes units of kinematic viscosity
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Supports fluid mechanics and engineering usage scenarios
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Provides quick, browser-based calculation
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Uses a precise conversion factor for consistent results
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Facilitates comparison of US customary and CGS units
Examples
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1 ft²/s equals 92.90304 daSt
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0.5 ft²/s equals 46.45152 daSt
Common Use Cases
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Specifying kinematic viscosity of lubricating oils, hydraulic fluids, and fuels on US customary data sheets
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Characterizing high-viscosity fluids like heavy lubricating oils and greases in industrial reports
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Analyzing polymer melts or viscous process fluids in rheology
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Reporting laboratory viscosity values of bitumen or asphalt
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Converting between unit systems for engineering flow calculations
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure viscosity and density measurements are accurate before conversion
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Use dekastokes units primarily for high-viscosity fluid measurements
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Cross-check results when converting fluids under varying temperature or pressure
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Refer to engineering standards for consistency in reported units
Limitations
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Conversion depends on accurate viscosity and density data
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Large temperature or pressure changes may impact conversion validity
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Dekastokes are more appropriate for high-viscosity fluids rather than low-viscosity ones
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does square foot per second measure?
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It measures kinematic viscosity in the US customary system, indicating how fast momentum diffuses through a fluid, expressed as area per unit time.
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What is a dekastoke used for?
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Dekastoke is a CGS-derived unit for kinematic viscosity, often used to describe high-viscosity fluids including heavy lubricants and polymer melts.
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Why convert ft²/s to daSt?
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Converting enables comparison and standardization when moving from Imperial/US customary units to CGS units suitable for high-viscosity fluid data in industrial and laboratory contexts.
Key Terminology
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Square foot per second (ft²/s)
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An Imperial/US customary unit of kinematic viscosity quantifying fluid momentum diffusion as area per unit time.
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Dekastokes (daSt)
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A CGS-derived unit of kinematic viscosity equal to 10 stokes, commonly used for describing relatively high-viscosity fluids.
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Kinematic viscosity
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A measure of a fluid's internal resistance to flow under gravity, calculated as dynamic viscosity divided by density.