Electrical Resistivity Converter

Convert electrical resistivity between ohm·meter, ohm·centimeter, and ohm·inch. Resistivity is a material property that determines how strongly a material opposes current flow.

Common Electrical Resistivity Conversions

FromTo
1 Ω·m100 Ω·cm
1 Ω·cm0.01 Ω·m
Copper1.72×10⁻⁸ Ω·m
Aluminum2.82×10⁻⁸ Ω·m
Silicon (doped)~1 Ω·m
Glass~10¹² Ω·m

Electrical Resistivity Unit Definitions

Ohm·meter (Ω·m)
SI unit of electrical resistivity.
Ohm·centimeter (Ω·cm)
Used in semiconductor datasheets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are good conductors?

Metals like silver (1.59×10⁻⁸ Ω·m), copper (1.72×10⁻⁸ Ω·m), and aluminum have very low resistivity and are good conductors.