The conversion of 1 gauss equals 0.0001 tesla.
Gauss and tesla are units measuring magnetic flux density, where 1 gauss is defined as one maxwell per square centimeter, and 1 tesla equals 10,000 gauss. Therefore, to convert gauss to tesla, you divide the value in gauss by 10,000. For example, 1 gauss divided by 10,000 gives 0.0001 tesla.
Gauss to Tesla Conversion
Result in tesla:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert gauss to tesla is straightforward: Tesla = Gauss / 10,000. This works because 1 tesla is defined as 10,000 gauss, so dividing the gauss value by 10,000 gives the equivalent in tesla. For example, converting 500 gauss involves 500 ÷ 10,000 = 0.05 tesla.
Conversion Example
- Example 1: Convert 2 gauss to tesla:
- Start with 2 gauss.
- Divide by 10,000: 2 ÷ 10,000 = 0.0002.
- Result: 0.0002 tesla.
- Example 2: Convert 10 gauss to tesla:
- Start with 10 gauss.
- Divide by 10,000: 10 ÷ 10,000 = 0.001.
- Result: 0.001 tesla.
- Example 3: Convert 0.5 gauss to tesla:
- Start with 0.5 gauss.
- Divide by 10,000: 0.5 ÷ 10,000 = 0.00005.
- Result: 0.00005 tesla.
- Example 4: Convert 100 gauss to tesla:
- Start with 100 gauss.
- Divide by 10,000: 100 ÷ 10,000 = 0.01.
- Result: 0.01 tesla.
- Example 5: Convert 5 gauss to tesla:
- Start with 5 gauss.
- Divide by 10,000: 5 ÷ 10,000 = 0.0005.
- Result: 0.0005 tesla.
Conversion Chart
Gauss | Tesla |
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-24.0 | -0.0024 |
-20.0 | -0.0020 |
-15.0 | -0.0015 |
-10.0 | -0.0010 |
-5.0 | -0.0005 |
0.0 | 0.0 |
5.0 | 0.0005 |
10.0 | 0.0010 |
15.0 | 0.0015 |
20.0 | 0.0020 |
24.0 | 0.0024 |
26.0 | 0.0026 |
The chart helps to quickly find the tesla equivalent for gauss values within this range. Simply locate the gauss value and read across to see the tesla value. Negative values indicate magnetic fields in the opposite direction.
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Conversion Definitions
Gauss
The gauss is a unit of magnetic flux density measuring the strength of magnetic fields, where 1 gauss equals one maxwell per square centimeter, used mainly in physics and engineering to quantify magnetic intensity.
Tesla
The tesla is the international standard unit for magnetic flux density, equivalent to one weber per square meter, representing the strength of magnetic fields, with 10,000 gauss making up one tesla.
Conversion FAQs
How does magnetic flux density relate to magnetic field strength?
Magnetic flux density indicates the amount of magnetic flux passing through a given area, measured in tesla or gauss, whereas magnetic field strength refers to the force on a moving charge, often measured in amperes per meter. They are related but not identical.
Can I convert gauss to tesla directly in a calculator?
Yes, by dividing the gauss value by 10,000, you get the equivalent in tesla because of their defined relationship. This simple division provides accurate conversions for typical magnetic field measurements.
Why is the tesla unit more common now?
The tesla is part of the SI system, making it the standard unit worldwide, unlike gauss, which is still used in some fields like magnetics and physics. The SI unit ensures consistency and ease of communication across scientific communities.