Bels to Decibels Converter

Convert bels (B) to decibels (dB) instantly. Type a value below; the result updates as you type. 1 B = 10 dB.

How to convert bels to decibels

1 B = 10 dB. To convert bels to decibels, multiply the value by 10.

decibels = bels × 10

Worked examples

  • 5 B = 50 dB
  • 12 B = 120 dB
  • 100 B = 1,000 dB

Common bels to decibels conversions

How many decibels is 2 B?

2 B is equal to 20 dB.

How many decibels is 10 B?

10 B is equal to 100 dB.

How many decibels is 20 B?

20 B is equal to 200 dB.

How many decibels is 50 B?

50 B is equal to 500 dB.

How many decibels is 100 B?

100 B is equal to 1,000 dB.

How many decibels is 500 B?

500 B is equal to 5,000 dB.

Bels to decibels conversion table

Bels (B)Decibels (dB)
1 B10 dB
2 B20 dB
3 B30 dB
4 B40 dB
5 B50 dB
6 B60 dB
7 B70 dB
8 B80 dB
9 B90 dB
10 B100 dB
15 B150 dB
20 B200 dB
25 B250 dB
30 B300 dB
40 B400 dB
50 B500 dB
75 B750 dB
100 B1,000 dB
250 B2,500 dB
500 B5,000 dB
1,000 B10,000 dB

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Frequently asked questions

How many decibels are in 1 bel?

1 bel (B) equals 10 decibels (dB).

How do I convert bels to decibels?

To convert bels to decibels, multiply the value by 10. For example, 5 B = 50 dB.

How many bels are in 1 decibel?

1 decibel (dB) equals 0.1 bels (B).