Decibels to Bels Converter

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How to use this Decibels to Bels Converter 🤔

Follow these steps to convert given sound from the units of Decibels to the units of Bels.

Decibels to Bels Converter | dB to B
  1. Enter the input Decibels value in the text field.
  2. The calculator converts the given Decibels into Bels in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Bels label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Bels value is re-calculated, just like that.
  3. You may copy the resulting Bels value using the Copy button.
  4. To view a detailed step by step calculation of the conversion, click on the View Calculation button.
  5. You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.

What is the Formula to convert Decibels to Bels?

The formula to convert given sound from Decibels to Bels is:

Sound(Bels) = Sound(Decibels) × 0.1

Substitute the given value of sound in decibels, i.e., Sound(Decibels) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the sound in bels, i.e., Sound(Bels).

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Examples

1

Consider that the noise level in a busy urban area is measured at 85 decibels.
Convert this noise level from decibels to Bels.

Answer:

Given:

The sound in decibels is:

Sound(Decibels) = 85

Formula:

The formula to convert sound from decibels to bels is:

Sound(Bels) = Sound(Decibels) × 0.1

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Sound(Decibels) = 85 in the above formula.

Sound(Bels) = 85 × 0.1

Sound(Bels) = 8.5

Final Answer:

Therefore, 85 dB is equal to 8.5 B.

The sound is 8.5 B, in bels.

2

Consider that a high-fidelity audio system produces sound at 95 decibels.
Convert this sound level from decibels to Bels.

Answer:

Given:

The sound in decibels is:

Sound(Decibels) = 95

Formula:

The formula to convert sound from decibels to bels is:

Sound(Bels) = Sound(Decibels) × 0.1

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Sound(Decibels) = 95 in the above formula.

Sound(Bels) = 95 × 0.1

Sound(Bels) = 9.5

Final Answer:

Therefore, 95 dB is equal to 9.5 B.

The sound is 9.5 B, in bels.

Decibels to Bels Conversion Table

The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Decibels to Bels.

Decibels (dB)Bels (B)
0 dB0 B
1 dB0.1 B
10 dB1 B
45 dB4.5 B
90 dB9 B
180 dB18 B
360 dB36 B
1000 dB100 B

Decibels

The decibel (dB) is a unit of measurement derived from the bel, representing one-tenth of a bel. It is widely used in acoustics, electronics, and telecommunications to express the ratio of power, intensity, or amplitude. Decibels provide a convenient way to compare different levels on a logarithmic scale, making them essential for measuring sound levels, signal strengths, and other quantities that vary over a wide range. The decibel scale is used in everyday contexts, from determining the volume of music to assessing noise pollution.

Bels

The bel (B) is a unit of measurement named after Alexander Graham Bell, used primarily in telecommunications and acoustics to express ratios of power or intensity. One bel represents a tenfold increase in power level. Although the bel is not commonly used in its full form due to its large size, it is fundamental in understanding logarithmic scales and is the basis for the more frequently used decibel. Bels are important in fields where comparing vast differences in intensity or power is necessary, such as in sound levels and signal strength.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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