Conductance quantum = 7.748 091 729... × 10−5 S

Value
7.748 091 729... × 10−5
Unit
S
Uncertainty
exact (by definition)
Copy-ready
7.748091729e-5

The conductance quantum G₀ = 2e²/h: the conductance of one perfectly transmitting electron channel, spin included.

Seen as conductance steps in quantum point contacts and atomic-scale wires; its inverse is listed beneath.

The same quantity, other ways NIST lists it

Quantity (NIST name)ValueUnitUncertainty
Inverse of conductance quantum12 906.403 72...Ωexact

NIST, Fundamental Physical Constants — Complete Listing (2022 CODATA adjustment), retrieved 2026-07-26.

Electrical, thermal and X-ray constants

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