Astronomical unit to Parsec
Convert Astronomical unit to Parsec instantly. Free online scientific unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
parsec = astronomical unit × 4.848136811e-06
astronomical unit = parsec × 206264.8062
Conversion table
| 1 AU | 4.84814e-06 pc |
| 5 AU | 2.42407e-05 pc |
| 10 AU | 4.84814e-05 pc |
| 20 AU | 9.69627e-05 pc |
| 50 AU | 0.000242407 pc |
| 100 AU | 0.000484814 pc |
| 500 AU | 0.00242407 pc |
| 1000 AU | 0.00484814 pc |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the astronomical unit (AU). An astronomical unit is the mean Earth-Sun distance.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the parsec (pc). A parsec is about 3.26156 light-years.
How do I convert astronomical unit to parsec?
Multiply the astronomical unit value by 4.848136811e-06. For example, 10 AU × 4.848136811e-06 = 4.84814e-05 pc.
Is the astronomical unit to parsec conversion exact?
Yes. The relationship between these units is a fixed mathematical or SI-defined ratio, so the conversion factor is exact rather than a measured approximation.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It's used whenever a value expressed in astronomical unit needs to be compared with, or reported in, parsec, such as in engineering, scientific, or laboratory calculations.
Can I convert parsec back to astronomical unit?
Yes. Multiply the parsec value by 206264.8062 to get astronomical unit.
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About this conversion
This page converts astronomical unit (AU) to parsec (pc) within the scientific units converter.
An astronomical unit is the mean Earth-Sun distance.
A parsec is about 3.26156 light-years.
The formula is parsec = astronomical unit × 4.848136811e-06, based on each unit's fixed relationship to the scientific converter's reference units.
The conversion is exact, since it relies on a fixed numerical ratio between the two units rather than a measured or approximate value.
Use the calculator above for instant results, or the table below for common astronomical unit values already converted to parsec.