nmol to pmol Converter
To convert nmol to pmol, multiply the value in nanomoles by 1,000.
How to Convert nmol to pmol
Use this nmol to pmol converter to change nanomoles into picomoles. Enter a value in nmol and the answer in pmol appears at once.
Nano- is 10−9 and pico- is 10−12. One nanomole is 1,000 picomoles, so multiply by 1,000.
For example, 0.01 nmol × 1,000 = 10 pmol.
1 nmol = 1,000 pmolMultiply the number of nanomoles by 1,000 to get picomoles.Conversion Formula
The formula to convert nmol to pmol is:
Where:
- nmol = amount in nanomoles (10⁻⁹ mol)
- pmol = amount in picomoles (10⁻¹² mol)
Conversion Table
Common nmol to pmol conversions are shown below:
| nmol | pmol |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 10 |
| 0.1 | 100 |
| 0.33 | 330 |
| 0.5 | 500 |
| 1 | 1,000 |
| 2.5 | 2,500 |
| 5 | 5,000 |
| 10 | 10,000 |
| 33 | 33,000 |
| 50 | 50,000 |
| 100 | 100,000 |
| 250 | 250,000 |
| 500 | 500,000 |
| 1,000 | 1,000,000 |
Worked Examples
Here are some common examples of nmol to pmol conversion:
- 1,000 pmol = 1 nmol
- 5,000 pmol = 5 nmol
- 33,000 pmol = 33 nmol
- 100,000 pmol = 100 nmol
Unit Definitions
What is a nanomole (nmol)?
A nanomole (nmol) is a unit of amount of substance equal to 10⁻⁹ mole.
The prefix nano- (n) means 10⁻⁹, or one billionth. So 1 nmol = 0.000000001 mol.
What is a picomole (pmol)?
A picomole (pmol) is a unit of amount of substance equal to 10⁻¹² mole.
The prefix pico- (p) means 10⁻¹², or one trillionth. So 1 pmol = 0.000000000001 mol.
Why Is the Conversion Factor 1,000?
A nanomole is 10⁻⁹ mole, while a picomole is 10⁻¹² mole.
Therefore, 1 nanomole equals 1,000 picomoles. To convert nmol to pmol, you multiply by 1,000, and to convert pmol to nmol, you divide by 1,000.
Uses and Importance of nmol and pmol
Nanomoles and picomoles are the everyday units of molecular biology. Oligo yields are given in nmol, while reactions use pmol.
Primer planning
A primer delivered as 20 nmol contains 20,000 pmol. That is enough for thousands of reactions that each use a few pmol.
Resuspending oligos
Adding a volume of water in µL equal to ten times the nmol yield gives a 100 µM stock, which is 100 pmol per µL.
Peptide mass spectrometry
Samples are often prepared in nmol and loaded in pmol or smaller amounts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many picomoles are in one nanomole?
One nanomole equals 1,000 picomoles.
How much is 1 µL of a 100 µM primer stock in pmol?
100 µM means 100 µmol per liter, which is the same as 100 pmol per µL. So 1 µL holds 100 pmol, or 0.1 nmol.
What is 25 nmol in pmol?
25 × 1,000 = 25,000 pmol.
Why does a small nmol number become large in pmol?
A picomole is 1,000 times smaller, so you need 1,000 times more of them.
Do I need molecular weight for this?
No. Molecular weight is only needed to convert between moles and grams.
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Accuracy and Scope
The factor 1 nmol = 1,000 pmol is exact.
Oligo yields printed on tubes are measured by the supplier. Your usable amount may be slightly lower after handling.
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