Convert Picoamperes to Microamperes
Convert Picoamperes (pA) to Microamperes (µA) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
µA = pA × 1.000000000e-6
About Picoamperes
The picoampere (pA) equals 10⁻¹² A, the standard scale for electrometer measurements, reverse-bias diode leakage, and single ion-channel currents in patch-clamp electrophysiology. A typical open potassium channel carries 1-20 pA; high-quality electrometer inputs resolve below 1 pA; insulation resistance measurements on cables are reported in pA at known voltage. 1 pA = 10⁻³ nA = 10³ fA.
About Microamperes
The microampere (µA) equals 10⁻⁶ A, common in low-power sensor circuits, analogue signal conditioning, and bioelectrical measurement. Surface ECG electrodes record body currents of 1-100 µA; a 1 mW signal at 5 V draws 200 µA; modern low-power microcontrollers sleep at 1-10 µA, enabling coin-cell operation for months or years. 1 µA = 10⁻³ mA = 10³ nA.
Quick Reference Table
| Picoamperes (pA) | Microamperes (µA) |
|---|---|
| 1 pA | 1 × 10-6 µA |
| 2 pA | 2 × 10-6 µA |
| 5 pA | 5 × 10-6 µA |
| 10 pA | 1 × 10-5 µA |
| 25 pA | 2.5 × 10-5 µA |
| 50 pA | 5 × 10-5 µA |
| 100 pA | 1 × 10-4 µA |