Temperature Unit Converter (Celsius - Fahrenheit)
Convert temperature between Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F)
How to convert from Celsius (°C) to Fahrenheit (°F)
To convert from Celsius (°C) to Fahrenheit (°F), use the formula: °F = (°C * 9/5) + 32. To convert from Fahrenheit (°F) to Celsius (°C), use the formula: °C = (°F - 32) * 5/9.
For what drives motor temperature and how to manage it, see our electric motor temperature guide. Unfamiliar with a term? Check the electric motor glossary.
| Celsius (°C) | Fahrenheit (°F) |
|---|---|
| 0 | 32.00 |
| 10 | 50.00 |
| 20 | 68.00 |
| 30 | 86.00 |
| 40 | 104.00 |
| 50 | 122.00 |
| 60 | 140.00 |
| 70 | 158.00 |
| 80 | 176.00 |
| 90 | 194.00 |
| 100 | 212.00 |
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The Story Behind Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F)
The Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F) temperature scales are two of the most widely used systems for measuring temperature. Here's a brief history of each scale and their relevance within the scope of electric motors:
- Origin: The Celsius scale is named after Anders Celsius, a Swedish astronomer who proposed it in 1742. Initially, Celsius defined the scale with 0°C as the boiling point and 100°C as the freezing point of water. However, this was later reversed to its current convention: The Celsius scale is based on the properties of water, with 0°C representing the freezing point and 100°C representing the boiling point of water at standard atmospheric pressure.
- Symbol: °C
- Usage: Celsius is the most common temperature scale used in scientific and engineering contexts, including electric motors. Temperature is a critical parameter in electric motors as it affects their efficiency, performance, and lifespan.
- Origin: The Fahrenheit scale is named after its creator, Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit, a German-Polish physicist who introduced it in 1724. Fahrenheit originally defined 0°F as the lowest temperature he could achieve with a specific brine solution, and 96°F as normal human body temperature. The Fahrenheit scale has 32°F as the freezing point and 212°F as the boiling point of water at standard atmospheric pressure.
- Symbol: °F
- Usage: Fahrenheit is still commonly used in the United States and some other countries for everyday temperature measurements. In the context of electric motors, Fahrenheit might be used in specifications or documents in regions where this unit is more commonly understood. However, it's common for technical documents to provide values in both Celsius and Fahrenheit to cater to a global audience.
In summary, both Celsius and Fahrenheit are used in the context of electric motors, with Celsius being the more prevalent unit in technical and engineering discussions. Motor specifications and thermal management strategies consider temperature as a key factor in ensuring the motor's efficient and safe operation. At Turncircles, we specify temperatures in Celsius for motor design and operation.