Picojoule is 1e-12 joule units.
Picojoules to Electronvolts Converter — pJ to eV
Convert Picojoule (pJ) to Electronvolt (eV) using the exact conversion factor (1 picojoule = 6,241,509.074 electronvolt). See the formula, worked examples, conversion table, and common uses.
Picojoules to Electronvolts converter
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An electronvolt is the energy gained by an electron across one volt.
Result = input x 1e-12 / 1.60217663e-19.
Energy uses the joule as the base unit.
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About Converting Picojoules to Electronvolts
Picojoule and Electronvolt both measure energy, and the conversion is especially useful for comparing nutrition labels (kilocalories) against scientific energy figures (joules). Specifically: Picojoule is 1e-12 joule units, and an electronvolt is the energy gained by an electron across one volt.
Formula
electronvolts = picojoules × 6241509.07446
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 picojoule equals 1e-12 base units, and 1 electronvolt equals 1.602177e-19 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct picojoule-to-electronvolt factor of 6241509.07446.
Simple example
1 pJ × 6241509.074 = 6,241,509.074 eV
1 picojoule = 6,241,509.074 electronvolts.
Real-world example
100 pJ × 6241509.074 = 624,150,907.4 eV
100 picojoules = 624,150,907.4 electronvolts.
Conversion table
| Picojoule (pJ) | Electronvolt (eV) |
|---|---|
| 1 pJ | 6,241,509.074 eV |
| 10 pJ | 62,415,090.74 eV |
| 100 pJ | 624,150,907.4 eV |
| 500 pJ | 3,120,754,537 eV |
| 1,000 pJ | 6,241,509,074 eV |
| 2,000 pJ | 12,483,018,150 eV |
Reverse conversion: Electronvolt to Picojoule
1 eV × 1.602177e-7 = 1.602177e-7 pJ
1 electronvolt = 1.602177e-7 picojoules.
picojoules = electronvolts × 1.602177e-7
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Electronvolt to Picojoule.
Understanding the Picojoule (pJ)
Picojoule is 1e-12 joule units.
Understanding the Electronvolt
Electronvolt (eV) measures energy. The energy gained by a single electron accelerated through an electric potential difference of one volt — a very small amount of energy, exactly 1.602176634 × 10⁻¹⁹ joules. It is classified as a non-SI unit accepted for use with the SI, common in physics.
Where it's used: Standard unit throughout particle physics, atomic physics, and chemistry worldwide
Uses of the Electronvolt today
- Particle physics (particle accelerator energies are often quoted in GeV or TeV)
- Atomic and molecular energy levels
- Semiconductor band-gap energies
Electronvolt — sources
- BIPM SI Brochure, 9th edition — Electronvolt listed as a non-SI unit accepted for use with the SI, with its exact value fixed via the elementary charge.
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Frequently asked questions
How many electronvolts are in 1 picojoule?
1 picojoule equals 6,241,509.074 electronvolts, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert picojoule to electronvolt?
Multiply the picojoule value by 6241509.074. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert electronvolt back to picojoule?
Use the reverse factor: 1 electronvolt equals 1.602177e-7 picojoules. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a picojoule?
Picojoule (pJ) is a unit of energy.
What is a electronvolt?
Electronvolt (eV) measures energy. The energy gained by a single electron accelerated through an electric potential difference of one volt — a very small amount of energy, exactly 1.602176634 × 10⁻¹⁹ joules. It is classified as a non-SI unit accepted for use with the SI, common in physics.
Is the picojoule to electronvolt conversion exact?
Yes. The energy gained by a single electron accelerated through an electric potential difference of one volt — a very small amount of energy, exactly 1.602176634 × 10⁻¹⁹ joules. That fixed definition is what the converter above uses, so any rounding you see is a display choice, not a limitation of the math.