Maxwells to Volt seconds Converter (Mx to V·s)
Mx × 1 × 10⁻⁸ = V·s
Calculation: 1 Mx × 1 × 10⁻⁸ = 1 × 10⁻⁸ V·s
Common Maxwell to Volt second Calculations
Quick-lookup reference table showing calculated equivalents for standard increments between Maxwell (Mx) and Volt second (V·s).
| Conversion & Equivalent Value | Scientific Notation |
|---|---|
| 0.001 Mx 1 × 10⁻¹¹ V·s | 1 × 10⁻¹¹ |
| 0.01 Mx 1 × 10⁻¹⁰ V·s | 1 × 10⁻¹⁰ |
| 0.1 Mx 1 × 10⁻⁹ V·s | 1 × 10⁻⁹ |
| 0.5 Mx 5 × 10⁻⁹ V·s | 5 × 10⁻⁹ |
| 1 Mx 1 × 10⁻⁸ V·s | 1 × 10⁻⁸ |
| 2 Mx 2 × 10⁻⁸ V·s | 2 × 10⁻⁸ |
| 5 Mx 5 × 10⁻⁸ V·s | 5 × 10⁻⁸ |
| 10 Mx 1 × 10⁻⁷ V·s | 1 × 10⁻⁷ |
| 20 Mx 2 × 10⁻⁷ V·s | 2 × 10⁻⁷ |
| 25 Mx 2.5 × 10⁻⁷ V·s | 2.5 × 10⁻⁷ |
| 50 Mx 5 × 10⁻⁷ V·s | 5 × 10⁻⁷ |
| 100 Mx 1 × 10⁻⁶ V·s | 1 × 10⁻⁶ |
| 250 Mx 2.5 × 10⁻⁶ V·s | 2.5 × 10⁻⁶ |
| 500 Mx 5 × 10⁻⁶ V·s | 5 × 10⁻⁶ |
| 1000 Mx 1 × 10⁻⁵ V·s | 1 × 10⁻⁵ |
| Reciprocal & Equivalent Value | Scientific Notation |
|---|---|
| 1 V·s 1 × 10⁸ Mx | 1 × 10⁸ |
| 5 V·s 5 × 10⁸ Mx | 5 × 10⁸ |
| 10 V·s 1 × 10⁹ Mx | 1 × 10⁹ |
| 50 V·s 5 × 10⁹ Mx | 5 × 10⁹ |
| 100 V·s 1 × 10¹⁰ Mx | 1 × 10¹⁰ |
Real-World Context & Everyday Benchmarks
Tap to load into converterTo help contextualize these units in everyday life, science, and engineering, here are verified real-world reference points for Maxwell (Mx) and Volt second (V·s):
Maxwell References:
- CGS magnetic flux: Miniature quartz wristwatch stepping motor 5000 Mx
- Small ferrite permanent magnet surface magnetic flux 20000 Mx
Volt second References:
- Equivalent to weber: High-frequency ferrite flyback transformer 0.005 V·s
How to Convert Maxwell to Volt second
Converting Maxwell (Mx) to Volt second (V·s) is a core calculation in Magnetic Flux, which measures the total magnetic field passing through a given surface area. This calculation bridges modern MKSA metric standards with the historical Gaussian centimetre-gram-second (CGS) electrostatic and electromagnetic framework. In CGS systems, electromagnetic units (such as statvolts, abvolts, dynes, ergs, and gauss) are formulated directly from mechanical dimensions, with electrostatic-to-electromagnetic relations tied to the speed of light in vacuum (c ≈ 2.99792458 × 1010 cm/s). Exactly 1 Maxwell translates to 1 × 10⁻⁸ Volt second (1 V·s = 1 × 10⁸ Mx).
Mathematical Conversion Derivation via Coherent SI Base Unit
Under the International System of Quantities (ISQ), dimensional conversion between non-SI units is rigorously resolved by bridging through the coherent SI base unit (weber (Wb)) without arbitrary rounding:
1 Mx = 1 × 10⁻⁸ weber (Wb)1 V·s = 1 weber (Wb)V(V·s) = V(Mx) × ( 1 × 10⁻⁸ / 1 ) = V(Mx) × 1 × 10⁻⁸Value in Volt second = Value in Maxwell × 1 × 10⁻⁸Direct computational formula applied for standard conversion.Converting 250 Mx yields an exact output of 2.5 × 10⁻⁶ V·s in Volt second. Under higher industrial throughput, 2500 Mx translates to 2.5 × 10⁻⁵ V·s.
Inverse check: 1 V·s = 1 × 10⁸ Mx.Understanding Maxwell and Volt second
Maxwell
MxA Maxwell (Mx) is a unit of magnetic flux in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system.
Applications & Practical Context
In practical magnetic flux terms, a CGS magnetic flux: Miniature quartz wristwatch stepping motor equals 5000 Mx, a small ferrite permanent magnet surface magnetic flux equals 20000 Mx.
A physical magnitude of 1 Mx corresponds to 1 × 10⁻⁸ Wb in standard SI measurement.
1 Mx = 1 × 10⁻⁸ WbVolt second
V·sA Volt second (V·s) is a recognized unit for magnetic flux.
Applications & Practical Context
In practical magnetic flux terms, a equivalent to weber: High-frequency ferrite flyback transformer equals 0.005 V·s.
A magnetic flux of 1 V·s passing uniformly through an open coil loop produces an electromotive force of 1 volt if reduced to zero in 1 second.
1 V·s = 1 WbDomain Metrology & Engineering Applications
Faraday's Law of Magnetic Induction (Φ = ∬ B · dA)
Rigorously quantified in laboratory and field settings using electronic integrating fluxmeters, search coil Helmholtz pairs, and vibrating sample magnetometers (VSM).
Applied across transformer core saturation testing, permanent magnet production quality control, magnetic recording heads, and particle accelerator dipoles under international metrology standard ISO 80000-6:2022.
Formulas, conversion coefficients, and base definitions on this page strictly adhere to the ISO 80000-6:2022 and the BIPM SI Brochure (9th Edition). Governed by Faraday's Law of Magnetic Induction (Φ = ∬ B · dA) under ISO 80000 dimensional vector [M L² T⁻² I⁻¹].
Total Magnetic Flux to Flux Density Bridge (Tesla • Gauss • Millitesla • Microtesla • Webers)
Calculate core magnetic flux density B = Φ / A from total flux across core cross-sections, bridging magnetic flux [M L² T⁻² I⁻¹] and flux density [M T⁻² I⁻¹] via core area (A).
B = Φ / A
[Wb] ÷ [m²] → [T]
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1. Normalize Input to SI Base Unit (Wb):
Φ = 1 Mx × 1 × 10⁻⁸ = 1 × 10⁻⁸ Wb -
2. Apply Engineering Parameter (A):
Selected condition: Distribution Transformer Limb (0.01 m²) at A = 0.01 m² -
3. Execute Governing Physical Law in SI Units:
B = Φ / A = (1 × 10⁻⁸ Wb) ÷ (0.01 m²) = 1 × 10⁻⁶ T -
4. Convert to Standard Engineering Units:
• T: 1 × 10⁻⁶ × 1 = 1 × 10⁻⁶ T (Tesla) • G: 1 × 10⁻⁶ × 10000 = 0.01 G (Gauss) • mT: 1 × 10⁻⁶ × 1000 = 0.001 mT (Millitesla) • μT: 1 × 10⁻⁶ × 1000000 = 1 μT (Microtesla) • Wb: 1 × 10⁻⁶ × 0.01 = 1 × 10⁻⁸ Wb (Webers (0.01 m² Core)) • Mx: 1 × 10⁻⁶ × 1000000 = 1 Mx (Maxwells (0.01 m² Core))
| Engineering Substance / Operating Standard | Parameter Value (m²) | Reference State / Condition | Typical Industrial & Engineering Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMD Inductor Core (10 mm²) | 1 × 10⁻⁵ |
1.0 × 10⁻⁵ m² (10 mm²) | Micro ferrite power inductor core |
| ETD49 Ferrite Transformer Core (211 mm²) | 0.000211 |
2.11 × 10⁻⁴ m² (211 mm²) | Switched-mode power supply transformer |
| Distribution Transformer Limb (0.01 m²) | 0.01 |
0.01 m² (100 cm²) | Pole-mounted distribution transformer limb |
| Heavy Substation Core Limb (0.08 m²) | 0.08 |
0.08 m² (800 cm²) | Grid-scale power transformer core limb |
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