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Convert between decibels, bels, and nepers.

Bels to Nepers

1 Bel = 1.151292547 Nepers
1.151292547

About these units

Bels

The bel is the base logarithmic unit; one bel equals 10 decibels. The decibel is used in practice because it's a finer scale.

Nepers

The neper is a logarithmic unit based on natural logarithms, used in engineering for ratios of amplitude. One neper ≈ 8.686 decibels.

Conversion formula

To convert Bel to Neper, multiply the value by 1.151292547.

Quick reference

BelsNepers
11.151292547
22.302585093
55.756462733
1011.51292547
100115.1292547

Frequently asked questions

How many Nepers are in one Bel?
1 Bel = 1.151292547 Nepers.
How many Bels are in one Neper?
1 Neper = 0.8685889638 Bels.

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