Microsecond

µs

One millionth of a second

About Microsecond (µs)

One millionth of a second, the microsecond is critical in computing, radar systems, and high-speed photography. CPU instructions execute in fractions of microseconds, and GPS positioning accuracy depends on measuring signal travel times to microsecond precision.

Category
Time
Symbol
µs
Also known as
microseconds usec

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Microsecond (µs)?

One millionth of a second

How many Second (s) are in one Microsecond (µs)?

One Microsecond (µs) equals 0.000001 Second (s).

How many Millisecond (ms) are in one Microsecond (µs)?

One Microsecond (µs) equals 0.001 Millisecond (ms).

How many Nanosecond (ns) are in one Microsecond (µs)?

One Microsecond (µs) equals 1,000 Nanosecond (ns).

How do I convert Microsecond to Second?

To convert Microsecond to Second, multiply the value by 0.000001 (1 µs = 0.000001 s).