Centipoise to Poise Converter

Summary

Convert dynamic viscosity from centipoise (cP) to poise (P); 1 cP = 0.01 P exactly.

How it works

1. Enter a viscosity value in either the cP or Poise field.
2. The other field updates instantly as you type — no button needed.
3. Click "Swap" to reverse the direction of the conversion.
4. Use the reference table to load a common fluid value with one click.
5. Click "Copy Result" to copy the converted value to your clipboard.

Use cases

• Convert viscosity values reported in centipoise on lab data sheets to poise for CGS calculations.
• Check material data sheets that list viscosity in poise against instruments that report in centipoise.
• Cross-check oil, polymer, or coating viscosity specs when switching between cP and P conventions.
• Verify viscosity inputs for fluid mechanics models that require poise.
• Compare fluid viscosities during product formulation in cosmetics, food science, or pharmaceuticals.
• Teach viscosity unit relationships in chemistry or chemical engineering courses.

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