TB digital storage unit.
TB to Terabits Converter — TB to Tb
Convert TB (TB) to Terabit (Tb) using the exact conversion factor (1 tb = 8 terabit). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
TB to Terabits converter
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Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Terabit digital storage unit.
Result = input x 8e+12 / 1e+12.
Digital storage uses bits as the base unit.
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About Converting TB to Terabits
TB and Terabit are everyday digital-storage units, used for everything from file sizes and app downloads to storage device capacity and mobile data allowances. Specifically: TB digital storage unit, and terabit digital storage unit.
Formula
terabits = tb × 8
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 tb equals 8e+12 base units, and 1 terabit equals 1e+12 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct tb-to-terabit factor of 8.
Simple example
1 TB × 8 = 8 Tb
1 tb = 8 terabits.
Real-world example
500 TB × 8 = 4,000 Tb
500 tb = 4,000 terabits.
Conversion table
| TB (TB) | Terabit (Tb) |
|---|---|
| 1 TB | 8 Tb |
| 8 TB | 64 Tb |
| 16 TB | 128 Tb |
| 64 TB | 512 Tb |
| 256 TB | 2,048 Tb |
| 1,000 TB | 8,000 Tb |
Reverse conversion: Terabit to TB
8 Tb × 0.125 = 1 TB
8 terabits = 1 tb.
tb = terabits × 0.125
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Terabit to TB.
Understanding the TB (TB)
TB digital storage unit.
Understanding the Terabit (Tb)
Terabit digital storage unit.
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Frequently asked questions
How many terabits are in 1 tb?
1 tb equals 8 terabits, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert tb to terabit?
Multiply the tb value by 8. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert terabit back to tb?
Use the reverse factor: 1 terabit equals 0.125 tb. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a tb?
TB (TB) is a unit of digital storage.
What is a terabit?
Terabit (Tb) is a unit of digital storage.
Is the tb to terabit conversion exact?
Yes. Both tb and terabit are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 8 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.