Microfarads to Farads Converter
Convert microfarads (µF) to farads (F) as you type — 1 µF = 0.000001 F. Switch units, change the precision or copy the result.
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How to use this tool
Steps for using the Unit Converter.
- Enter a value in From — microfarads are already selected.
- The result in farads appears instantly. Change either unit to convert to anything else in capacitance.
- Use the swap button for the reverse conversion, and set the decimal places you need.
- Turn on Show formula to see the calculation, then copy or share the result.
Example
1 µF to F
1 µFF = 1 ÷ 1000000 = 0.000001 FCommon use cases
- Reading capacitor markings.
- Filter and timing (RC) calculations.
- Choosing replacement capacitors.
Microfarads to Farads conversion table
| Microfarad (µF) | Farad (F) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 µF | 1e-7 F |
| 0.5 µF | 0.000001 F |
| 1 µF | 0.000001 F |
| 2 µF | 0.000002 F |
| 3 µF | 0.000003 F |
| 4 µF | 0.000004 F |
| 5 µF | 0.000005 F |
| 10 µF | 0.00001 F |
| 15 µF | 0.000015 F |
| Microfarad (µF) | Farad (F) |
|---|---|
| 20 µF | 0.00002 F |
| 25 µF | 0.000025 F |
| 50 µF | 0.00005 F |
| 75 µF | 0.000075 F |
| 100 µF | 0.0001 F |
| 250 µF | 0.00025 F |
| 500 µF | 0.0005 F |
| 1,000 µF | 0.001 F |
Values rounded to 6 decimal places.
Related conversions
The units
- Microfarad (µF)
- 10⁻⁶ F. Part of the Metric system.
- Farad (F)
- 1 C/V, the SI unit of capacitance. Part of the SI system.
How to convert microfarads to farads
Using capacitor values in formulas such as the RC time constant (τ = R × C), which need farads.
To convert microfarads to farads, use F = µF ÷ 1000000. One microfarad equals 0.000001 farads, and one farad equals 1,000,000 microfarads.
Microfarad (µF): 10⁻⁶ F. Farad (F): 1 C/V, the SI unit of capacitance.
For the opposite direction, use the Farads to microfarads converter. All electrical capacitance units are on the capacitance converter.
Limitations
- Results are rounded to the decimal places you choose; the calculation itself keeps full precision.
Frequently asked questions
How many farads are in a microfarad?
1 µF = 0.000001 F. Multiply microfarads by 0.000001 (or use F = µF ÷ 1000000).
How do I convert microfarads to farads?
Use F = µF ÷ 1000000. For example, 1 µF = 1e-6 F and 10 µF = 1e-5 F.
How many nF are in a µF?
1,000 nF.
What does capacitor code 104 mean?
100 nF (0.1 µF): the first two digits are 10, followed by 4 zeros, in picofarads.