PPM to PPB Converter
Convert PPM (Parts Per Million) to PPB (Parts Per Billion) and decimal values. Free online conversion tool with calculation steps and examples.
About PPM to PPB Conversion
PPM (Parts Per Million) and PPB (Parts Per Billion) are units of concentration. PPM represents parts per million, while PPB represents parts per billion. Converting between them is essential in environmental science, chemistry, and quality control.
PPB = PPM × 1,000
What is the difference between PPM and PPB?
PPM (Parts Per Million) represents 1 part in 1,000,000 parts, while PPB (Parts Per Billion) represents 1 part in 1,000,000,000 parts. PPB is 1,000 times smaller than PPM.
How do you convert PPM to PPB?
To convert PPM to PPB, multiply the PPM value by 1,000. The formula is: PPB = PPM × 1,000
When is PPB used instead of PPM?
PPB is used when measuring very low concentrations, such as trace elements in water, air pollutants, or contaminants in food. It provides higher precision for extremely small amounts.
PPM to PPB Conversion Table
| PPM | PPB | Decimal |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,000 | 0.000001 |
| 10 | 10,000 | 0.00001 |
| 100 | 100,000 | 0.0001 |
| 1,000 | 1,000,000 | 0.001 |
| 10,000 | 10,000,000 | 0.01 |
| 100,000 | 100,000,000 | 0.1 |