Question 1

How do I convert Tesla to Gauss?

Accepted Answer

To convert Tesla (T) to Gauss (G), multiply by 10,000. For example, 1 Tesla = 10,000 Gauss, and 1 milliTesla (mT) = 10 Gauss. Tesla is the SI unit while Gauss is the CGS unit for magnetic flux density.

Question 2

What is the relationship between Henry, milliHenry, and microHenry?

Accepted Answer

Henry (H) is the SI unit of inductance. 1 Henry = 1,000 milliHenry (mH) = 1,000,000 microHenry (µH) = 1,000,000,000 nanoHenry (nH). Most electronic inductors are measured in µH or nH.

Question 3

How do I convert Oersted to A/m?

Accepted Answer

To convert Oersted (Oe) to Amperes per meter (A/m), multiply by 79.5775. For example, 1 Oe ≈ 79.58 A/m. Oersted is the CGS unit while A/m is the SI unit for magnetic field strength.

Question 4

Why do engineers use different magnetic units?

Accepted Answer

Different industries and regions historically used different unit systems. The CGS system (Gauss, Oersted) was common in older literature and some industries, while the SI system (Tesla, A/m) is the modern international standard. Engineers often need to convert between them when working with datasheets from different sources.

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