dBm to Milliwatts Converter
Convert power from decibels-milliwatts (dBm) to milliwatts (mW).
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Decibels-milliwatts (dBm) to Milliwatts (mW) Conversion
To convert decibels-milliwatts (dBm) to milliwatts (mW), you can use the following formula:
Conversion Formula โก
The formula becomes:
P(mW) = 10(P(dBm) / 10)Where:
- P(mW) = Power in milliwatts (mW)
- P(dBm) = Power in decibels-milliwatts (dBm)
Key Insight:
This formula is essential for converting power levels expressed in dBm back to milliwatts, which is a more direct measurement of power.
๐ค What Do These Terms Really Mean?
Let’s break down these electrical measurements in a way that’s easy to understand:
๐ Decibels-milliwatts (dBm)
dBm is a logarithmic unit used to express power levels relative to 1 milliwatt:
- Scientific Definition: 0 dBm is defined as 1 mW of power.
- Real-world Example: A Wi-Fi signal might be transmitted at 20 dBm, which corresponds to 100 mW.
- Common Usage: Widely used in telecommunications, radio, and audio engineering to express power levels.
๐ Milliwatts (mW)
Milliwatts are a unit of power that represent one-thousandth of a watt:
- Scientific Definition: 1 mW = 0.001 W
- Real-world Example: A small LED light might consume around 20 mW of power.
- Common Usage: Used in low-power devices like sensors, LEDs, and small electronic components.
๐ฏ Quick Memory Trick
Remember: To convert dBm to mW, you can use the formula:
P(mW) = 10(P(dBm) / 10)For example:
- 10 dBm = 10 mW
- 20 dBm = 100 mW
- 30 dBm = 1,000 mW (or 1 W)
dBm to Milliwatts (mW) Conversion
Formula: P(mW) = 10(P(dBm) / 10)
Results:
Power: 1.00 mW
Example Values
| Power (dBm) | Power (mW) |
|---|---|
| -100 dBm | 0.0000001 mW |
| -20 dBm | 0.01 mW |
| 0 dBm | 1 mW |
| 10 dBm | 10 mW |
| 20 dBm | 100 mW |
| 30 dBm | 1000 mW |
| 40 dBm | 10000 mW |
| 50 dBm | 100000 mW |
| 60 dBm | 1000000 mW |
| 70 dBm | 10000000 mW |
| 80 dBm | 100000000 mW |
| 90 dBm | 1000000000 mW |
| 100 dBm | 10000000000 mW |
