Conversions

Stokes to Centistokes

Convert stokes to centistokes (St to cSt). 1 St = 100 cSt. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.

A quick reference1 St = 100 cSt
Centistokes to Stokes
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How to convert stokes to centistokes

Multiply the amount in stokes by 100 to get centistokes. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

cSt = St × 100

Worked example

1 St = 100 cSt. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.

Units and assumptions

Uses square metres per second. One centistokes is 1 mm²/s, and one stokes is 1 cm²/s. Dynamic viscosity is a different quantity and needs density to convert between the two. Values are rounded to 12 significant figures for display.

Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.

Stokes to Centistokes table

Common values, rounded for display
Stokes (St)Centistokes (cSt)
00
1100
5500
101,000
252,500
10010,000
1,000100,000

About this conversion

What is the formula for stokes to centistokes?

cSt = St × 100. Multiply the amount in stokes by 100 to get centistokes. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

How do I convert back to stokes?

Use the centistokes to stokes calculator to reverse this conversion. You can also use Swap units in the calculator above.

Can I use a different pair of units?

Choose another unit in the calculator, or open the kinematic viscosity converter to browse all supported pairs.

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