AU to Parsecs Converter
Convert astronomical units to parsecs with accurate formulas, examples and conversion tables.
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1 AU ≈ 0.00000485 pc
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Conversion table
Common astronomical units to parsecs values, generated from the selected units.
| astronomical units (AU) | parsecs (pc) |
|---|---|
| 1 astronomical unit | 0.00000485 parsecs |
| 5 astronomical units | 0.00002424 parsecs |
| 10 astronomical units | 0.00004848 parsecs |
| 20 astronomical units | 0.00009696 parsecs |
| 50 astronomical units | 0.00024241 parsecs |
| 100 astronomical units | 0.00048481 parsecs |
Conversion Formula
Divide the value in astronomical units by 206264.80624709636 to get parsecs.
pc = AU ÷ 206264.80624709636Example
Convert 1 astronomical unit to parsecs:
1 ÷ 206264.80624709636= 0.00000485 pcUnit information
Concise reference information for the selected source and target units.
Astronomical unit (AU)
Scientific- Definition
- One astronomical unit equals exactly 149,597,870,700 meters.
- Usage
- Used for distances within the solar system.
Parsec (pc)
Scientific- Definition
- One parsec is approximately 3.0857 × 10¹⁶ meters.
- Usage
- Used by astronomers for stellar and galactic distances.
Frequently asked questions
How many parsecs are in 1 astronomical unit?
1 astronomical unit equals 0.000004848137 parsecs.
How do you convert astronomical units to parsecs?
Divide the value in astronomical units by 206264.80624709636 to get parsecs. The formula is pc = AU ÷ 206264.80624709636.
What is 10 astronomical units in parsecs?
10 astronomical units is approximately 0.00004848 parsecs.