How many picofarads are in one nanofarad?

One nanofarad equals exactly 1,000 picofarads. The nano prefix represents 10⁻⁹ and pico represents 10⁻¹², so 1 nF = 10⁻⁹ F = 1,000 × 10⁻¹² F = 1,000 pF.

When is pF used instead of nF?

Picofarads are common for very small capacitances found in RF circuits, crystal oscillator loads, antenna matching networks, and parasitic capacitances. Nanofarads are typical for decoupling, bypass, and filter capacitors in general-purpose electronics.

How do I convert picofarads back to nanofarads?

Divide the pF value by 1,000. For example, 4,700 pF ÷ 1,000 = 4.7 nF. Use the Swap button in this tool to perform the reverse conversion automatically.

What is the relationship between nF, pF, and µF?

1 µF = 1,000 nF = 1,000,000 pF. Microfarads are used for larger capacitors such as electrolytic bulk capacitors. Nanofarads and picofarads cover the smaller range used in signal and RF circuits.

Does capacitance value change with unit conversion?

No. Changing between nF and pF is purely a unit representation change — the physical capacitance of the component stays the same. 10 nF and 10,000 pF describe exactly the same component.

Nanofarads to Picofarads Converter

Name: Nanofarads to Picofarads Converter
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Author: Nham Vu

Enter a capacitance in nanofarads (nF) and instantly get the equivalent value in picofarads (pF); 1 nF = 1,000 pF.

Capacitance Conversion

Value in Nanofarads (nF)

Result in Picofarads (pF)

Formula

pF = nF × 1,000

1 nF = 10^-9 F | 1 pF = 10^-12 F

Quick Reference

Nanofarads (nF)	Picofarads (pF)
0.1 nF	100 pF
1 nF	1,000 pF
4.7 nF	4,700 pF
10 nF	10,000 pF
47 nF	47,000 pF
100 nF	100,000 pF
470 nF	470,000 pF
1,000 nF	1,000,000 pF

Summary

Enter a capacitance in nanofarads (nF) and instantly get the equivalent value in picofarads (pF); 1 nF = 1,000 pF.

How it works

Enter the capacitance value in nanofarads (nF) in the input field.
The converter multiplies your value by 1,000 (since 1 nF = 1,000 pF).
The equivalent value in picofarads (pF) appears instantly.
Use the Swap button to reverse the conversion from pF to nF.
Click the copy icon to copy the result to your clipboard.

Use cases

Convert capacitor values between nF and pF when reading component datasheets.
Match capacitance units when designing RF or high-frequency circuits.
Cross-check component values across simulation tools that use different unit conventions.
Verify filter or timing circuit calculations that mix nF and pF notation.
Quickly translate supplier catalog specs when sourcing replacement capacitors.
Convert values for PCB BOM entries that require a consistent unit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: 2026-07-24 · Reviewed by Nham Vu