Gigawatts to Petawatts
Convert Gigawatts to Petawatts instantly. Free online power unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
PW = GW × 1e-6
GW = PW × 1000000
Conversion table
| 1 GW | 1e-6 PW |
| 5 GW | 5e-6 PW |
| 10 GW | 1e-5 PW |
| 20 GW | 2e-5 PW |
| 50 GW | 5e-5 PW |
| 100 GW | 0.0001 PW |
| 500 GW | 0.0005 PW |
| 1000 GW | 0.001 PW |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the gigawatt (GW). A gigawatt is 1e+09 watt units.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the petawatt (PW). A petawatt is 1e+15 watt units.
How do I convert gigawatts to petawatts?
Multiply the gigawatt value by 1e-6 to get petawatt. For example, 1000 GW × 1e-6 = 0.001 PW.
Is the gigawatts to petawatts conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by fixed numeric relationships to the watt, so the conversion factor used here, 1e-6, is exact.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It is used when comparing power ratings expressed in gigawatts against equipment, engines, or specifications rated in petawatts.
Can I convert petawatts back to gigawatts?
Yes. Multiply the petawatt value by 1000000 to get gigawatt.
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About this conversion
This page converts gigawatts (GW) into petawatts (PW), two units used to describe power, the rate at which energy is transferred or work is done.
A gigawatt is 1e+09 watt units.
A petawatt is 1e+15 watt units.
The formula is PW = GW × 1e-6, derived from each unit's fixed relationship to the watt, the SI unit of power.
Because both units are defined by exact numeric relationships to the watt, this conversion is exact rather than approximate.