Terawatt is 1000000000000 watt units.
Terawatts to Centiwatts Converter — TW to cW
Convert Terawatt (TW) to Centiwatt (cW) using the exact conversion factor (1 terawatt = 1e+14 centiwatt). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Terawatts to Centiwatts converter
Converter
Engineering Converter
Convert common stress, force, torque, power, and energy units used in engineering.
Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Centiwatt is 0.01 watt units.
Result = input x 1e+12 / 0.01.
Power units are compatible.
Reserved above the conversion cards and below the converter.
About Converting Terawatts to Centiwatts
Terawatt and Centiwatt both measure a quantity used in structural or mechanical engineering — commonly stress, pressure, force, torque, power, or energy — where converting between the unit conventions used in different regions, industries, or equipment specifications is a routine part of design work. Specifically: Terawatt is 1000000000000 watt units, and centiwatt is 0.01 watt units.
Formula
centiwatts = terawatts × 1e+14
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 terawatt equals 1e+12 base units, and 1 centiwatt equals 0.01 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct terawatt-to-centiwatt factor of 1e+14.
Simple example
1 TW × 1e+14 = 1e+14 cW
1 terawatt = 1e+14 centiwatts.
Real-world example
100 TW × 1e+14 = 1e+16 cW
100 terawatts = 1e+16 centiwatts.
Conversion table
| Terawatt (TW) | Centiwatt (cW) |
|---|---|
| 1 TW | 1e+14 cW |
| 10 TW | 1e+15 cW |
| 50 TW | 5e+15 cW |
| 100 TW | 1e+16 cW |
| 500 TW | 5e+16 cW |
| 1,000 TW | 1e+17 cW |
Reverse conversion: Centiwatt to Terawatt
1e+14 cW × 1e-14 = 1 TW
1e+14 centiwatts = 1 terawatt.
terawatts = centiwatts × 1e-14
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Centiwatt to Terawatt.
Understanding the Terawatt (TW)
Terawatt is 1000000000000 watt units.
Understanding the Centiwatt (cW)
Centiwatt is 0.01 watt units.
Reserved between the cards and the FAQ so the page stays balanced.
Frequently asked questions
How many centiwatts are in 1 terawatt?
1 terawatt equals 1e+14 centiwatts, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert terawatt to centiwatt?
Multiply the terawatt value by 1e+14. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert centiwatt back to terawatt?
Use the reverse factor: 1 centiwatt equals 1e-14 terawatts. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a terawatt?
Terawatt (TW) is a unit of engineering.
What is a centiwatt?
Centiwatt (cW) is a unit of engineering.
Is the terawatt to centiwatt conversion exact?
Yes. Both terawatt and centiwatt are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 1e+14 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.
Why do engineering unit conventions vary so much by region and industry?
Pressure, force, and stress can be expressed in metric (pascal, newton), US customary (psi, pound-force), or older and industry-specific units (atmosphere, torr, kip) depending on the country, industry, and even the equipment manufacturer, which is why engineers routinely need to convert between them when working across specs from different sources.