Millisiemens to Mho Converter
Conversion Formula:
Mhos = Millisiemens ÷ 1,000
Understanding Millisiemens and Mhos
What is a Millisiemens (mS)?
A millisiemens (mS) is a unit of electrical conductance equal to 1/1,000 of a siemens. It measures how easily electric current flows through a material. One millisiemens equals one ampere per thousand volts.
What is a Mho (℧)?
A mho (℧) is the reciprocal of an ohm and equals one siemens. The term "mho" is "ohm" spelled backwards, reflecting its reciprocal relationship to electrical resistance. One mho represents a conductance that allows one ampere of current per volt of potential difference.
Common Applications
These units are commonly used in electronics and electrical engineering to measure conductance in solutions, semiconductors, and electrical components. The millisiemens is often preferred in scientific contexts, while the mho is historically significant and still used in some engineering applications.