Conversion Formula
$$\nu_{\text{m²/s}} = \nu_{\text{cSt}} \times 10^{-6}$$
Multiply centistokes by 10⁻⁶ to get m²/s.
cSt to m²/s Conversion Table
| Centistoke (cSt) | Square Meter per Second (m²/s) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 1.000000e-7 |
| 0.5 | 5.000000e-7 |
| 1 | 0.000001 |
| 2 | 0.000002 |
| 5 | 0.000005 |
| 10 | 0.00001 |
| 25 | 0.000025 |
| 50 | 0.00005 |
| 100 | 0.0001 |
| 250 | 0.00025 |
| 500 | 0.0005 |
| 1,000 | 0.001 |
cSt to m²/s in Engineering
Kinematic viscosity (dynamic viscosity divided by density) is directly used in Reynolds number calculations, pipe flow analysis, and lubrication specifications. The centistoke (cSt) is the most common practical unit, where water at 20°C ≈ 1.004 cSt.
Centistoke: Most common practical kinematic viscosity unit. Equal to mm²/s. Water at 20°C ≈ 1.004 cSt. Standard for lubricant specs.
Square Meter per Second: SI unit of kinematic viscosity. Used in Reynolds number calculations and international engineering standards.