Magnetic Flux Density Converter

Use this tool to convert between different units of magnetic flux density, such as Tesla, Gauss, Weber/m², and more.

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Common Magnetic Flux Density Conversions

T to Gauss T → G
mT to T mT → T
Gauss to mT G → mT
T to mT T → mT

What is Magnetic Flux Density Conversion?

Magnetic flux density conversion is the process of converting measurements of magnetic induction from one unit to another. Our converter helps switch between SI units (tesla) and CGS units (gauss) used in physics and engineering.

Common units include tesla (T), millitesla (mT), microtesla (μT), and gauss (G). These conversions are essential for electromagnetism, MRI technology, magnetic material testing, and geophysics.

Simply enter your value in the "From" field, select the original unit, choose your target unit in the "To" field, and the converter will instantly display the converted result along with the conversion formula.

Magnetic Flux Density Conversion Examples

MRI Example

Medical imaging field strengths:

  • 1.5 T = 15,000 Gauss
  • 3 T = 30,000 Gauss
  • 0.5 T = 5,000 Gauss

Industrial Magnet Example

Strong permanent magnets:

  • Neodymium: 1.2-1.4 T = 12,000-14,000 G
  • 0.1 T = 1,000 Gauss
  • 0.01 T = 100 mT

Earth's Field Example

Geomagnetic field measurements:

  • Earth's field ≈ 50 μT = 0.5 Gauss
  • 25 μT = 0.25 mG
  • 100 μT = 1 Gauss

Frequently Asked Questions

How many gauss in a tesla?

One tesla (T) equals exactly 10,000 gauss (G). This large conversion factor exists because gauss is the smaller CGS unit of magnetic flux density.

How do I convert T to mT?

To convert tesla to millitesla, multiply by 1000. For example, 0.5 T × 1000 = 500 mT. This conversion is commonly used for moderate magnetic field measurements.

What is a safe MRI field strength?

Clinical MRI scanners use 1.5T or 3T fields. Higher fields (7T+) are used for research. Safety considerations include projectile effects and implant compatibility, not direct tissue effects at these levels.

How many microtesla in a gauss?

One gauss (G) equals 100 microtesla (μT). This conversion is useful for comparing weak magnetic field measurements like Earth's field.

What is the formula for Gauss to Tesla conversion?

To convert gauss to tesla, divide by 10,000. For example, 5000 G ÷ 10,000 = 0.5 T. This conversion is essential for comparing specifications across different unit systems.