Microsecond to Shake Converter
Convert microseconds to shakes with our free online time converter.
Quick Answer
1 Microsecond = 100 shakes
Formula: Microsecond × conversion factor = Shake
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Microsecond to Shake Calculator
How to Use the Microsecond to Shake Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Microsecond).
- The converted value in Shake will appear automatically in the 'To' field.
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How to Convert Microsecond to Shake: Step-by-Step Guide
Converting Microsecond to Shake involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Microsecond = 100 shakesExample Calculation:
Convert 60 microseconds: 60 × 100 = 6000 shakes
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View all Time conversions →What is a Microsecond and a Shake?
A microsecond is a unit of time equal to one-millionth (1/1,000,000) of a second. It is also 1/1000th of a millisecond.
A Shake is an informal unit of time equal to 10 nanoseconds (10 ns), or 10⁻⁸ seconds. It is primarily used in nuclear physics and astrophysics to measure the timing of events in nuclear reactions and related phenomena.
Note: The Microsecond is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Shake belongs to the imperial/US customary system.
History of the Microsecond and Shake
The microsecond is derived from the SI base unit, the second, using the metric prefix 'micro-', indicating a factor of 10⁻⁶. Its use became prevalent with the advent of electronic computers, radar technology, and high-speed photography.
The term "Shake" originated during the Manhattan Project, the World War II effort to develop the first nuclear weapons. Nuclear chain reactions happen extremely quickly, and physicists needed a convenient, short unit of time to discuss the timing of events within these reactions. Ten nanoseconds was chosen as a practical order of magnitude for many processes involved. The name itself is informal, reputedly derived from the expression "two shakes of a lamb's tail," implying a very short duration.
Common Uses and Applications: microseconds vs shakes
Explore the typical applications for both Microsecond (imperial/US) and Shake (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for microseconds
- Computing: Measuring instruction execution times in older processors, interrupt latency, bus transfer times.
- Physics: Duration of certain chemical reactions, some nuclear events, timing in particle accelerators.
- Electronics: Defining pulse widths in digital signals, measuring signal delays in circuits.
- Biology: Duration of nerve impulses, time scale for certain enzymatic reactions.
- Everyday: The flash duration of a typical camera strobe is a few microseconds.
When to Use shakes
The Shake is almost exclusively used in specific technical fields:
- Nuclear Physics: Measuring the time intervals between successive neutron generations in a nuclear chain reaction.
- Astrophysics: Discussing timescales relevant to certain high-energy astrophysical events.
- Particle Physics: Occasionally used in experiments involving very short-lived particles or interactions.
- Laser Physics: Sometimes used in contexts involving very short laser pulses.
It is not used for everyday time measurements.
Additional Unit Information
About Microsecond (μs)
How many microseconds are in one second?
There are 1,000,000 (one million) microseconds in a second.
How many microseconds are in one millisecond?
There are 1,000 microseconds in a millisecond.
What does the symbol μs mean?
The symbol 'μ' (mu) is the Greek letter used as the metric prefix for micro (10⁻⁶), and 's' stands for second.
About Shake (shake)
How long is a Shake in seconds?
One Shake is equal to 10 nanoseconds (10 ns), which is 10⁻⁸ seconds, or 0.00000001 seconds.
Where did the name "Shake" come from?
The name is an informal term coined during the Manhattan Project. It's believed to be a humorous reference to the phrase "in two shakes of a lamb's tail," signifying a very brief period, appropriate for the rapid events in nuclear reactions.
Is the Shake an SI unit?
No, the Shake is not part of the International System of Units (SI). The standard SI unit for time is the second (s). The Shake is a specialized, informal unit used within specific scientific communities for convenience.
Conversion Table: Microsecond to Shake
| Microsecond (μs) | Shake (shake) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 50 |
| 1 | 100 |
| 1.5 | 150 |
| 2 | 200 |
| 5 | 500 |
| 10 | 1,000 |
| 25 | 2,500 |
| 50 | 5,000 |
| 100 | 10,000 |
| 250 | 25,000 |
| 500 | 50,000 |
| 1,000 | 100,000 |
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Can I convert Shake back to Microsecond?
Yes! You can easily convert Shake back to Microsecond by using the swap button (⇌) in the calculator above, or by visiting our Shake to Microsecond converter page. You can also explore other time conversions on our category page.
Learn more →What are common uses for Microsecond and Shake?
Microsecond and Shake are both standard units used in time measurements. They are commonly used in various applications including engineering, construction, cooking, and scientific research. Browse our time converter for more conversion options.
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Last verified: December 3, 2025